yes.
- Within 3 years from the filing date, the patent type can be changed from utility model to invention upon request of the applicant
- Utility model patents can be converted to design patents at any time
A conversion fee shall be paid for patent type conversion. Once the original patent application is converted, it will be deemed withdrawn.
- Novelty grace period for industrial design applications in Japan
- Explanation of Japanese utility model application authorization and annual fee
- Features of Japanese Utility Model Patent Application Process
- Whether the Japanese invention patent application can be DAS
- Is a utility model application in Japan eligible for DAS?
- How long is the protection period for utility model applications in Japan?
- How long is the application period for industrial design in Japan?
- Features of Japanese design patent application process
- Novelty grace period for utility model applications in Japan
- What are the requirements for Japanese invention patent application documents