Intellectual Property Services in JAPAN
We understand that overseas patent services can often be costly. However, we believe that securing top-quality patent services should not be a financial burden. That’s why we are proud to offer reliable patent services at competitive rates.
For example, we can handle PCT National Phase Entry to Japan for a fee of just 400USD (excluding translation costs, the official fee and prosecution after the filing). (Please request our detailed fee schedule.)
As a boutique firm, we pride ourselves on providing personalized attention to each of our clients. This allows us to deliver a superior level of service that is typically only found at larger firms but without the high price tag.
Patent Attorney (Japan)
Certified Consultant (Information Enginering)
Kiyoshi is Patent Attorney in Japan (certification# 13977) with a unique background in the computer industry as an industry analyst at Gartner and a system engineer ar IBM.
He has more than 15 years experience in intellectual properties, especially in software patents, serving a wide range of foreign clients. He is also a much-sought-after translator, having translated several influential business books including “Dealing with Darwin” by Geoffrey Moore and “Open Business Model” by Henry Chesbrough.
He graduated from University Of Tokyo (Bachelor of Engineering) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Master of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science).
Reasonable Fee
We charge a reasonable fee for straightforward tasks such as address changes. For tasks requiring professional attention, our fees remain competitive and are typically below the industry average. While fees for overseen services can be expensive in general, we strive to offer more affordable solutions for our clients.
Reliable Services
We have many years of experience supporting international clients. All translation work is done in-house. Our clients will not have any difficulties with communication in English.
Personalized Services
Being a boutique firm allows us to provide personalized services to our clients. Your inquiries will never be passed around unnecessarily. For larger projects, we can accommodate your needs through collaboration with our partner firms.”
If you can tell us your PCT application number, we can file it soon. POA is not necessary. The translation can be submitted later. If you are a patent firm, we can invoice you after we finish the filing.
We specialize in software, business methods, information and telecommunication technologies, as well as mechatronics. While we do not handle chemistry and biotechnologies, if you urgently need to file a National Phase Entry, we can ensure it is filed on time and help you find a competent attorney later.
Please note that we prefer bank transfers in USD. However, we also accept payments via PayPal and credit cards. If you are a patent firm, we typically issue invoices upon completion of the work. However, in some cases, we may request payment in advance.
If we handle a National Phase Entry (or a domestic Japanese application), a Power of Attorney (POA) is not necessary (this also applies to all subsequent prosecution stages). However, if we take over your case from another agent, a POA is required, but your signature is not, so there is no need to mail a physical copy. Please note that for critical procedures, such as patent reassignments, a paper document executed by the owner is necessary, and in such cases, you will need to physically mail the paper.
Currently, we only handle English (and Japanese). However, if you urgently need to file a National Phase Entry for PCT applications in a language other than English, we can ensure it is filed on time and help you find a competent attorney later. Alternatively, if you provide us with a reliable English translation, we can handle the prosecution based on that.
We kindly request that you entrust the translation of your patent documents to us. Our translation fees are highly competitive (typically 0.20USD/EnglishWord). All translations are done in-house, followed by a thorough review by experts. We never submit raw machine translations. By having our firm handle the translations, subsequent prosecution becomes easier, ultimately improving the chances of patent allowance and saving your costs. Please be aware that if the quality of the translation provided by you is low, there may be additional charges for revisions made by us.