A: Classification is determined by a Cabinet Order, and it divides goods and services into some categories according to their attributes. When registering a trademark, the registration fee will differ depending on how many categories the target product covers. In addition, trademarks may not be able to be registered unless appropriate divisions are set, or the use of trademarks similar to third parties may be forgiven. Therefore, it is very important to determine exactly which category a product or service belongs to. In Japan, it is divided into 45 types. Although the conventional classification was Japan’s own, it was revised in accordance with the International Classification in 2005 by joining the “Multilateral Agreement on the International Classification of Goods and Services for Registration of Marks (Nice Agreement)”. It has been done to the present. Classification can be confirmed by the JPO’s “Similar Products / Services Examination Standards”.