Who is eligible for VC-IPAS?

Venture Capital (VC) firms that support startups through investment and management are the primary targets to receive expert dispatch.

Is there a fee to attend the briefing?

The article does not specify a fee, but JPO briefings are typically free. Please check the Peatix page for confirmation.

Will there be a recording available?

It is not explicitly mentioned, but since it is hosted on YouTube, a recording may be available later. Contact the secretariat for details.

JPO to Hold 2nd Briefing and Study Session for VC-IPAS Intellectual Property Expert Dispatch Program to VCs

Published May 18, 2026 8:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 2, 2026 1:04 PM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

The Japan Patent Office (JPO) will host the 2nd briefing for the 'VC-IPAS' program on May 26, 2026. This program dispatches IP experts such as patent attorneys and lawyers to VCs to support startups in building IP strategies linked to their business goals.

The Japan Patent Office (JPO) will hold the 2nd public briefing and study session for the Intellectual Property Expert Dispatch Program to VCs (VC-IPAS) on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:40 PM.

### What is VC-IPAS? VC-IPAS is a program that dispatches IP experts, such as patent attorneys and lawyers, to Venture Capital firms (VCs) that support startups. The program aims to accelerate startup growth by providing support in building IP strategies integrated with business strategies, both before and after investment.

### Event Overview - **Date & Time:** Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 13:00 - 15:40 - **Format:** Online (via YouTube) - **Schedule:** - 13:00-13:05: Greeting from JPO - 13:05-13:20: Program explanation (Secretariat) - 13:20-13:50: Seminar I - 'Key Points for IP Strategy in IT and Manufacturing' (Yoshihiko Kido, Patent Attorney) - 13:50-14:20: Seminar II - 'Key Points for IP Strategy in Pharma and Bio' (Shinichi Watanabe, Patent Attorney) - 14:20-14:50: Seminar III - 'Legal Considerations for Startups in Contracts with Large Corporations' (Rinzai Yamazaki, Attorney) - 14:50-15:00: Q&A - 15:00-15:05: Application Guidance - 15:05-15:40: Consultation Session (Pre-registered applicants only)

### How to Join Registration link: https://vc-ipas002.peatix.com/

### Contact Information VC-IPAS Secretariat (within Deloitte Tohmatsu) Attn: Rena Takahashi, Kota Nakamura, Nana Nishida Address: Marunouchi Nijubashi Building, 3-2-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005 Email: [email protected]

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