OK. What is that?
I have heard that there is a very important point to note when claiming a priority for an international design application to Japan.
Oh, you know that very well!
Yes, that’s right.
Yes, that’s right.
In that case, you must not forget the following two.
Uh-huh.
First, you must indicate information of a basic application in the entry column No. 13 named “PRIORITY CLAIM” when filing an international design application.
How is the entry column…?
That’s like this.
Right.
What is the second one?
What is the second one?
The second one is very important.
That’s because it seems to be forgot easily and there would still be a lot of applicants who do not know it.
That’s because it seems to be forgot easily and there would still be a lot of applicants who do not know it.
You must submit an original priority document with a Japanese translation to the Japan Patent Office within three months from the international publication date of the application through a representative domiciled in Japan.
I see.
But, the Office will notify us the deadline for submitting it…right?
But, the Office will notify us the deadline for submitting it…right?
Actually, they won’t.
Wow, really?
Yes.
That’s why it’s very important.
Although most foreign applicants are not familiar with the Japanese practice, they must remember to file it without any reminders!
That’s why it’s very important.
Although most foreign applicants are not familiar with the Japanese practice, they must remember to file it without any reminders!
It’s not easy for me.
Yeah, I think so too.
I strongly recommend you to consult a good attorney in Japan well before proceeding with filing an international application designating Japan.
I strongly recommend you to consult a good attorney in Japan well before proceeding with filing an international application designating Japan.
Today, I have a question about claiming a priority under the Paris Convention for an international design application to Japan.