# Trademark Similarity: Onggijangi Hangari Kalguksu versus Hangari

The registered service mark consists of the Korean wording “Onggijangi Hangari Kalguksu,” while the earlier mark consists of “Hangari.” Viewed as complete expressions, they differ in appearance, sound and meaning. The analysis then considers the role of individual elements within that overall assessment.

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HOME / NEWS & INSIGHTS NEWS & INSIGHTS Trademark Similarity: Onggijangi Hangari Kalguksu versus Hangari The registered service mark consists of the Korean wording “Onggijangi Hangari Kalguksu,” while the earlier mark consists of “Hangari.” Viewed as complete expressions, they differ in appearance, sound and meaning. The analysis then considers the role of individual elements within that overall assessment. Trademarks 2023.11.02 published IPLEX 3 min read 2006 Heo 2578 Trademark registration invalidation Earlier registered Service Mark The Registered Service Mark [Comparison] The registered Korean word mark Onggijangi Hangari Kalguksu differs as a whole from the earlier Hangari mark. The court then considered whether a dominant distinctive element could be identified. Hangari means a storage jar, traditionally used for fermenting and storing food. For restaurant services, Hangari Kalguksu suggests noodles served in such a jar and is descriptive rather than a distinctive dominant element. Onggijangi means a potter. It does not immediately describe the restaurant services and can serve as their source identifier. Comparing Onggijangi with Hangari reveals differences in appearance, pronunciation and concept. [Decisions] The service marks were therefore dissimilar and unlikely to cause source confusion even on identical or similar services. Read the Korean source This article reflects the information available when it was published. Contact us to discuss your circumstances. Discuss this topic ↗ All articles Related service: Designs & trade marks ↗ Related service: IP disputes & appeals ↗ TALK TO IPLEX Discuss your IP questions We consider your technology and business needs together. ↗ Contact us Newer Trademark Similarity: Key Points from a Court Decision ↗ Older Kynix Technology Wins an Award at the 2023 Korea Invention Patent Exhibition ↗ Related insights Trademarks 2026.10.01 TikTok for confectionery: dilution can prevent registration in Korea Korean Patent Court case 2025Heo10379 explains why different goods and later commercial success did not overcome the reputation and distinctiveness of TikTok. ↗ Read article Trademarks 2026.09.30 Can Fear of a Trade Mark Dispute Justify Non-Use? Korean Supreme Court decision 2024후10504 separates an intention to launch from actual use and objective obstacles beyond the owner’s control. ↗ Read article Trademarks 2026.09.29 An App Name: A Mark for Software or for the Service It Delivers? The 010PAY decision, 2025허10405, considers actual transactions, revenue and the proper subject of Korean trade mark scope proceedings. ↗ Read article

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