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 Once the original patent application is converted, it will be deemed withdrawn.
- Features of Japanese design patent application process
- Novelty grace period for utility model applications in Japan
- How long is the PCT deadline for utility model applications in Japan?
- Novelty Grace Period for Japanese Invention Patent Application
- How long is the PCT period for a Japanese invention patent application?
- Is Japanese Invention Patent Application Type Convertible?
- How long does it take for a Japanese invention patent application to be granted?
- How long is the protection period for utility model applications in Japan?
- What are the requirements for Japanese industrial design application documents?
- What are the requirements for Japanese utility model application documents?