The JPO conducts formality examination and substantive examination of the design patent application, and the substantive examination starts automatically, and the applicant does not need to submit a separate substantive examination request. JPO mainly examines the novelty and inventiveness of designs.
- (*Secret design: applicants can request that their design remain secret for 3 years from the filing date).
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- Which is the competent authority for Japanese invention patent applications?
- Instructions for authorization of Japanese invention patent application and annual fee
- Explanation of Japanese utility model application authorization and annual fee
- How long is the protection period for utility model applications in Japan?
- How long is the PCT period for a Japanese invention patent application?
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- How long is the protection period of industrial design in Japan?