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.
- Features of Japanese Utility Model Patent Application Process
- Is a Japanese industrial design application eligible for DAS?
- How long is the PCT period for a Japanese invention patent application?
- Which is the competent authority for Japanese invention patent applications?
- Features of Japanese design patent application process
- Whether the Japanese invention patent application can be DAS
- Is Japanese Invention Patent Application Type Convertible?
- Which is the competent authority for utility model patent applications in Japan?
- Novelty grace period for utility model applications in Japan
- What are the requirements for Japanese invention patent application documents