The JPO conducts formality examination and substantive examination of invention patent applications. The applicant should submit a request for substantive examination within 3 years from the filing date. The JPO makes an granted decision if it determines after review that no grounds for refusal have been found.
- Which is the competent authority for utility model patent applications in Japan?
- Explanation of Japanese Industrial Design Authorization and Annual Fee
- How long does it take for a Japanese invention patent application to be granted?
- Whether the Japanese invention patent application can be DAS
- Whether the type of Japanese industrial design application can be converted
- Whether a Japanese industrial design application can apply for a combined appearance
- Which is the competent authority for Japanese invention patent applications?
- Instructions for authorization of Japanese invention patent application and annual fee
- Is a Japanese industrial design application eligible for DAS?
- How long is the PCT deadline for utility model applications in Japan?