Our Policy

The firm of Sonoda & Kobayashi was established in 1998 with the specific goal of achieving a new type of intellectual property law office with a more global outlook. Since then, it has quickly developed to achieve an international reputation as one of the most reliable intellectual property firms in Japan.Our primary concern is to reduce the difficulties which are all too often encountered by companies in the process of applying for, obtaining and maintaining intellectual property rights in Japan.

We believe such difficulties can only be overcome by a thorough knowledge not only of laws and technologies at a worldwide level, but also an understanding of cultural and linguistic differences which can be a barrier to full communication. Sonoda Kobayashi's unique combination of professional expertise and cosmopolitan awareness provides the advantage necessary to carry out its commitment to offering clients the highest possible quality of services.