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Japan Patent Office

The Japan Patent Office (JPO) is a government agency responsible for granting patents, utility models, trademarks, and designs in Japan. It reviews applications to recognize inventions and intellectual property, ensuring inventors and creators have legal rights to their innovations. The JPO also manages registrations, maintains a database of intellectual property rights, and handles disputes and enforcement related to these rights. Its goal is to promote innovation and economic growth by protecting intellectual property and facilitating fair competition within Japan and internationally.