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 Once the original patent application is converted, it will be deemed withdrawn.
- Characteristics of Japanese invention patent application process
- Which is the competent authority for Japanese invention patent applications?
- How long is the protection period of industrial design in Japan?
- Is Japanese Utility Model Application Type Convertible?
- How long does it take to authorize an industrial design in Japan?
- Novelty grace period for utility model applications in Japan
- Can the priority right of Japanese invention patent application be restored?
- How long does it take for a utility model application to be granted in Japan?
- Whether the Japanese invention patent application can be DAS
- Is a Japanese industrial design application eligible for DAS?