The design does not lose its novelty if it is disclosed by the designer in Japan within 12 months from the filing date/priority date.
- Explanation of Japanese utility model application authorization and annual fee
- Features of Japanese design patent application process
- How long does it take for a utility model application to be granted in Japan?
- Whether the type of Japanese industrial design application can be converted
- How long is the protection period of Japanese invention patent application
- Characteristics of Japanese invention patent application process
- Can the priority right of utility model application in Japan be restored?
- How long is the protection period of industrial design in Japan?
- What are the requirements for Japanese invention patent application documents
- How long is the application period for industrial design in Japan?