JPO Logo gets a face lift
The Japan Patent Office (JPO) has created a new logo to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the industrial property right system in Japan. more info
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Who has ownership rights for employee inventions?
In the Japanese patent law, there is a provision called Article 35 that is not present in the U.S. patent law. This provision stipulates that, in order for an employer to apply for a patent for an invention created by his…
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Who can become applicant in Japan?
In Japan, an inventor, or his or her assignee can be an applicant. Also it is common in Japan for an assignee company to file a patent application, as well as a PCT international application. However, an applicant does not…
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When failed to enter the Japanese national phase within the 30-month time limit
Q1 I unintentionally failed to enter the Japanese national phase within the 30-month time limit. Is there any way to reinstate my patent rights, and enter the Japanese national phase? A1 There is a possibility, if your case falls under…
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How much does it cost?
Q. I would like to know the cost estimate for entering into the Japanese national phase and preparing and filing a Japanese translation within two months from the date of entry. A. Keisen Associates provides a free online fee calculator….
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Taro Yaguchi (Detailed CV)
Taro Yaguchi’s Profile in LinkedIn Supplementary data on Taro Yaguchi’s court admissions, scope of practice, memberships, and teaching experience. More basic information on Mr. Yaguchi and reaching him is available here. Court Admission -Japan District Courts, admitted for litigation representation…
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Japan, United States, the European Union and other countries agree on a landmark proposal to combat counterfeit and pirated goods
An international pact on tackling counterfeit and pirated goods was tentatively agreed upon among 11 nations and regions in a global negotiation that took place October 2 in Tokyo. The main feature of this Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement or ACTA is…
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Plans to Enlarge the Patentable Subject Matter for Medical Inventions
The Japanese Government’s IP Strategic Headquarters announced plans to revise the patent examination standards for medical inventions of known drug compounds. The new standard will grant patent protection for new and inventive dosage regimens and modes of administration as a…
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The Japan Patent Office Will Implement The Super Accelerated Examination System Starting October 1, 2008
The Japan Patent Office (JPO) will launch a pilot program that specifically aims to expedite examination for internationally filed applications with concrete commercial intent or that require a quick examination turnaround. The “Super Accelerated Examination System,” as it is called,…
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U.S., Japan and Europe Jointly Launch Three-Way Patent Search Sharing Pilot, beginning July 28, 2008
On July 28, 2008, the Trilateral Patent Offices of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the European Patent Office (EPO), and the Japanese Patent Office (JPO) launched a joint work-sharing project entitled the “Triway”. The program will test…
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