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.
- Novelty grace period for industrial design applications in Japan
- Features of Japanese design patent application process
- How long does it take for a Japanese invention patent application to be granted?
- How long is the PCT deadline for utility model applications in Japan?
- Is a Japanese industrial design application eligible for DAS?
- What are the requirements for Japanese utility model application documents?
- Explanation of Japanese Industrial Design Authorization and Annual Fee
- Explanation of Japanese utility model application authorization and annual fee
- How long is the protection period of Japanese invention patent application
- Novelty Grace Period for Japanese Invention Patent Application