A patent right protects new technical ideas relating to, for example, the structure of a product, a manufacturing method, or a method of using a product.
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Benefits of Obtaining a Paten
- Exclusive Rights A patent gives its owner the exclusive right to practice the patented invention.
- Licensing Opportunities Patent owners may generate licensing revenue by granting licenses to other companies to use the patented invention.
- Protection Against Imitation A patent can be used to prevent competitors from copying or using the patented invention without authorization.
- Enhanced Business Competitiveness A patent provides objective evidence that your technology is unique and proprietary, which can help strengthen your competitive position and support your sales and marketing activities.
What to Prepare
Please prepare any materials that help us understand the key points of your invention (idea), such as a prototype, drawings, sketches, or experimental results. Bullet-point notes or rough sketches are perfectly acceptable. There is no need to spend significant time preparing formal or detailed materials before consulting us.
Costs for Obtaining a Paten
The total cost varies depending on factors such as whether a prior art search is conducted and the number of claims. As a general guideline, the total cost from filing through obtaining a patent is approximately JPY 600,000 to JPY 800,000, including tax, our professional fees, and official fees payable to the Japan Patent Office (JPO). For further details, please see our Patent Fee Schedule.
Patent Application Process
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