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 Once the original patent application is converted, it will be deemed withdrawn.
- What are the requirements for Japanese utility model application documents?
- Characteristics of Japanese invention patent application process
- What are the requirements for Japanese industrial design application documents?
- Instructions for authorization of Japanese invention patent application and annual fee
- Features of Japanese Utility Model Patent Application Process
- Can the priority right of Japanese invention patent application be restored?
- What are the requirements for Japanese invention patent application documents
- Is Japanese Invention Patent Application Type Convertible?
- How long is the application period for industrial design in Japan?
- How long is the protection period of Japanese invention patent application