2009.10.2 Patent Utility Model The JPO Accepts Recordation of Non-Exclusive Licenses Based on Comprehensive License Agreement
2009.5.27 Patent An Amendment to Japanese Patent Law regarding the Time Frame for Filing a Divisional Patent Application (Effective April 1, 2009)
2009.4.1 Patent Japanese Patent Office Announces Deferred Fees for a Request for Examination for Patent Applications (Effective April 1, 2009)
2008.10.4 Patent The JPO implemented a pilot program for “Super Accelerated Examination” on October 1, 2008.
2008.7.4 Patent Priority Documents-Exemption under the Priority Document Electronic Exchange Agreement between the USPTO and the JPO (July 2007)
2008.7.4 Patent The JPO reserved changes to the PCT regulations that entered into force on April 1, 2007
2008.5.29 Patent Trademark Japanese Patent Office Announces Reductions in the Official Fees (Effective from June 1, 2008)