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Japan Utility Model Technical Evaluation Report: Enforcement Risks and Converting to a Patent
2026/11/2
A Japanese utility model cannot be enforced without a technical evaluation report. Fees, Article 29-2/29-3 risks and patent conversion explained.
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Japan Utility Model Cost and Procedure (2026): Official JPO Fees, Timeline and Filing Tips
2026/11/2
Japan utility model cost (2026): official JPO fees by number of claims, 10-year totals, procedure, Paris priority and translation tips for foreign applicants.
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Utility Model vs Patent in Japan: Which Should Foreign Applicants Choose?
2026/11/2
Utility model vs patent in Japan: subject matter, examination, term, JPO fees and enforcement risks, compared for foreign applicants by a Japanese attorney.