J-PlatPat is a comprehensive online platform for accessing Japanese patent and trademark gazettes, application status, and related information. The platform offers a user-friendly search interface with regularly updated data.
While the primary interface is in Japanese, many functions are accessible to English users through machine translation features. This guide outlines the key features and operations that English-speaking users can effectively utilize.
- Link to J-PlatPat https://www.j-platpat.inpit.go.jp/
- What is J-PlatPat?
「National Center for Industrial Property Information and Training (INPIT) provides “J-PlatPat (Japan Platform for Patent Information)” as a service where anyone, at any time, anywhere can search industrial property information for free over the Internet.」
Detailed manual in English on how to use J-PlatPat (Provided by INPIT at the following link)
A) Patent Document Search by Application or Patent Number
This section covers the fundamental number-based search function, which allows users to access patent documents and monitor current examination status.
B) Exporting Search Results in CSV Format
Multiple patent document search results, including applicant searches, can be exported to CSV format for data sharing and analysis purposes.
C) Trademark Search by Registration Number
The J-PlatPat system extends beyond patents to include design and trademark searches. This section guides you through the trademark search process.
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