Inventors have a novelty grace period of 12 months after disclosure (including sale).
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- How long is the protection period of industrial design in Japan?
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- How long does it take to authorize an industrial design in Japan?
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- Explanation of Japanese Industrial Design Authorization and Annual Fee
- How long is the protection period for utility model applications in Japan?
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