How to format a usb flash drive to 'Mac OS Extended-Journaled' format in windows pc?

Hello,
I have a Mac OS X - Mountain Lion ISO file.
I want to install Mac OS X on my Windows PC.
So I want to format my pen drive in windows to Mac OS X Extended.
Is there any software or other way to do this.
Any helpful suggestions will surely be appreciated. :)

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