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.
- Whether the Japanese invention patent application can be DAS
- How long is the application period for industrial design in Japan?
- Novelty grace period for industrial design applications in Japan
- Which is the competent authority for Japanese invention patent applications?
- Explanation of Japanese Industrial Design Authorization and Annual Fee
- What are the requirements for Japanese industrial design application documents?
- Whether a Japanese industrial design application can apply for a combined appearance
- Whether the type of Japanese industrial design application can be converted
- Novelty grace period for utility model applications in Japan
- Characteristics of Japanese invention patent application process