Takuji Yamashita
- Representative Partner
After completing his graduate studies at Kyoto University, Takuji Yamashita worked on relay design at Matsushita Electric Works Ltd. He obtained his patent attorney qualification in 2001 and joined Shinjyu Global IP the same year. He handles patent application drafting, filings, prosecution, appeals, and infringement/validity opinions across a wide range of fields, including mechanical, control, and electrical engineering. Patent specifications that Takuji drafted have been highly recognized, earning him multiple Excellent Specification Awards from his clients over the years. Since 2008, he has served as a lecturer for JIPA’s training programs and was honored with a Distinguished Service Award in 2018. In 2002, he participated in a training program in South Korea, and he continues to approach his work with an international perspective, leveraging his overseas experience and multilingual skills.
- Education
- Kyoto University
BS and MS (Engineering Physics) - Practice Areas
- Mechanical Engineering
Control Systems
Electrical Engineering
Practice Areas
Mr. Yamashita handles patent application drafting, filings, prosecution, appeals, and infringement/validity opinions across a wide range of fields, including construction machinery, hydraulic circuits, motorcycles, outboard motors, relays, fishing equipment, and displays. His work spans across diverse technical domains such as mechanical, control, electrical, and systems engineering, providing solutions tailored to clients’ needs. His work has been highly recognized, earning him multiple Excellent Specification Awards from clients.
Education and Career
1997 B.S. in Mechanical and Engineering Physics, Kyoto University
1999 M.S. in Mechanical and Engineering Physics, Kyoto University
1999 Joined Matsushita Electric Works Ltd., engaged in relay design
2001 Joined Shinjyu Global IP
Qualifications
2001 Registered Japanese Patent Attorney
Languages
Japanese, English and Korean
Additional Information
Speaking Engagements：
Since 2008, he has served as a lecturer for the Japan Intellectual Property Association (JIPA) training course “Drafting Patent Specifications with a Focus on Essentials (Electrical and Mechanical Engineering).” In recognition of his contributions, he received a Distinguished Service Award from JIPA in 2018.
International Experience：
In 2002, he participated in training programs at YOU ME Patent Firm and GIP KOREA in South Korea, gaining exposure to local Korean patent practices, and studied Korean at Yonsei University Language Institute.
Mr. Yamashita handles patent application drafting, filings, prosecution, appeals, and infringement/validity opinions across a wide range of fields, including construction machinery, hydraulic circuits, motorcycles, outboard motors, relays, fishing equipment, and displays. His work spans across diverse technical domains such as mechanical, control, electrical, and systems engineering, providing solutions tailored to clients’ needs. His work has been highly recognized, earning him multiple Excellent Specification Awards from clients.
Education and Career
1997 B.S. in Mechanical and Engineering Physics, Kyoto University
1999 M.S. in Mechanical and Engineering Physics, Kyoto University
1999 Joined Matsushita Electric Works Ltd., engaged in relay design
2001 Joined Shinjyu Global IP
Qualifications
2001 Registered Japanese Patent Attorney
Languages
Japanese, English and Korean
Additional Information
Speaking Engagements：
Since 2008, he has served as a lecturer for the Japan Intellectual Property Association (JIPA) training course “Drafting Patent Specifications with a Focus on Essentials (Electrical and Mechanical Engineering).” In recognition of his contributions, he received a Distinguished Service Award from JIPA in 2018.
International Experience：
In 2002, he participated in training programs at YOU ME Patent Firm and GIP KOREA in South Korea, gaining exposure to local Korean patent practices, and studied Korean at Yonsei University Language Institute.
