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It seems to be a new trend called "patent/trademark bullying". The company files a patent on anything even remotely resembling their product, packaging or trademark. They then count on the high costs of legal defense to intimidate others into giving in to their demands, no matter how ridiculous.
Kikkoman makes Soy Sauce. Anybody can make that. The trademark bottle, which everyone should recognize if they have been to an Asian restaurant, is just as important as their name and logo. I don't know why they wouldn't want the free advertising and exposure in stock photos?
...I don't know why they wouldn't want the free advertising and exposure in stock photos?