In May 2024, the Tokyo District Court ruled on the DABUS patent application, concluding that an AI cannot be recognized as an inventor under Japanese patent law.

Now, in January 2025, the Intellectual Property High Court has issued its decision on the appeal. In this episode, Patent Attorney Yuya Kuroda provides an update on this important case, breaking down the court’s reasoning, how it aligns with global trends, and what it means for AI-generated inventions in Japan.