Where can I find information about limitations or restrictions when using the JPO as an ISA?

To find information about limitations or restrictions when using the Japan Patent Office (JPO) as an International Searching Authority (ISA), you should refer to the following sources:

1. The PCT Information section of the Official Gazette on the USPTO’s website
2. Annex D of the PCT Applicant’s Guide on WIPO’s website

As stated in the MPEP: For any limitations or restrictions with the JPO as an ISA, please refer to the PCT Information section of the Official Gazette found on the USPTO’s website ( www.uspto.gov/learning-and-resources/official-gazette ). For additional information, e.g., subject matter limitations, additional search fees, cited documents, etc., please refer to Annex D of the PCT Applicant’s Guide found on WIPO’s website ( www.wipo.int/pct/en/guide/index.html ).

To learn more:

• JPO limitations
• ISA restrictions
• PCT Information
• Official Gazette
• PCT Applicant’s Guide