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.
- How long does it take for a utility model application to be granted in Japan?
- How long is the PCT period for a Japanese invention patent application?
- Whether the type of Japanese industrial design application can be converted
- Is a utility model application in Japan eligible for DAS?
- How long does it take to authorize an industrial design in Japan?
- How long is the PCT deadline for utility model applications in Japan?
- Is Japanese Invention Patent Application Type Convertible?
- How long is the protection period for utility model applications in Japan?
- What are the requirements for Japanese utility model application documents?
- What are the requirements for Japanese industrial design application documents?