Japanese Patent Intelligence

AI-analyzed patents from Japan, translated for global R&D teams

1,810 patents
国立大学法人信州大学 ★ S Rank

Method for Producing Layered Double Hydroxide Crystals

This technology enables the production of layered double hydroxide crystals with superior, uniform micro-scale particle sizes, significantly enhancing ion …

Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials Manufacturing

Achieve 1.5x Ion Exchange Efficiency, Cut Costs by ~30% in Water Treatment

~$200K/year estimated cost reduction potential per facility (est.)

学校法人 工学院大学 ★ S Rank

Method and Apparatus for Manufacturing Metal Film Forming Compositions, Metal Films, and…

This technology offers a novel electrochemical method to efficiently produce high-purity metal film precursors using a specialized filter. It enables the f…

Advanced Materials

High-Purity Metal Films: Achieve 99.999% Purity, Cut Production Costs by ~30%

~$150K/year estimated operational cost and loss reduction per facility (est.)

学校法人 関西大学 ★ S Rank

Suction Body and Suction Apparatus

This technology provides a novel suction body and apparatus for stably gripping flexible, deformable objects. It forms a sealed space with the object, usin…

Life Sciences Manufacturing Chemistry & Pharma

Automate Flexible Item Handling: 1.5× Stability, 66% Cost Savings

~$350K/year estimated automation cost savings per facility (est.)

国立大学法人 宮崎大学 ★ S Rank

Microbial Adsorbent and Microbial Sterilization Method Using the Same

This technology employs volcanic ash soil, rich in Al2O3, as a microbial adsorbent for effective, low-cost deactivation of bacteria and viruses. Its natura…

Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials Manufacturing

Volcanic Ash Kills Microbes: ~30% Cost Cut, 90% Eco-Impact Reduction

~$150K/year estimated operational cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構 ★ S Rank

Light-Activatable Tet Expression Control System

This light-activatable system offers precise, spatiotemporal control over gene expression, enabling ON/OFF switching of target genes with specific light wa…

Life Sciences AI & Software

Precise Gene Control by Light: Accelerate R&D by 30%

~$80K/year estimated R&D cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Measurement Device and Evaluation Method

This innovative measurement device uses a biosensor to directly detect the electron transfer function of microorganisms or their derived particles. By appl…

Life Sciences Inspection & Detection Manufacturing

Rapid Microbial Detection: ~4x Faster, Cuts Labor Costs by ~$65K/year

~$200K/year estimated inspection cost reduction and loss mitigation per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Electrolyte for Lithium-Air Batteries and Lithium-Air Battery Using the Same

This technology introduces a novel electrolyte composition for lithium-air batteries, significantly boosting energy efficiency and cycle life. By stabilizi…

Advanced Materials Electronics

2x Energy Efficiency, 1.5x EV Range for Next-Gen Batteries

~$2.5M/year estimated operational cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Electrolyte for Lithium-Air Batteries and Lithium-Air Battery Using the Same

This breakthrough electrolyte technology accelerates the commercialization of next-generation lithium-air batteries. By precisely combining sulfolane, lith…

Advanced Materials Electronics

Next-Gen Lithium-Air Battery Boosts Efficiency by >20%, Extends EV Range

~$1M/year estimated cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Adhesion Prevention Material

This technology introduces a novel two-part sprayable adhesion barrier based on a specific gelatin derivative. It effectively prevents postoperative adhesi…

Chemistry & Pharma Life Sciences Advanced Materials

Sprayable Adhesion Barrier: Cut Re-operations by ~20%, Reduce Costs by ~65%

~$350K–$650K/year estimated medical cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Method for Cleaning a Receptor Layer of a Surface Stress Sensor

This technology offers an efficient, non-contact method for cleaning receptor layers on high-precision surface stress sensors. By heating a portion of the …

Manufacturing AI & Software

Heat-Activated Sensor Cleaning: Cut Maintenance Costs by ~65%

~$165K/year estimated economic impact per facility (est.)

国立大学法人高知大学 ★ S Rank

Diagnostic Support Device, Diagnostic Support Method, and Diagnostic Support Program

This technology provides an AI-powered diagnostic support system for cerebral artery dissection. It analyzes brightness distribution in vascular cross-sect…

Chemistry & Pharma Life Sciences Manufacturing

Boost Cerebral Artery Dissection Diagnosis by 30% with AI Imaging

~$350K/year estimated medical cost reduction per facility (est.)

慶應義塾 ★ S Rank

Spintronic Device, Magnetic Memory, and Electronic Equipment

This novel spintronic device generates spin currents by leveraging gradients in carrier mobility or electrical conductivity. This material-independent appr…

Manufacturing Electronics

3× Memory Performance: Novel Spin Current Generation Boosts Efficiency

~$1.5M/year estimated operational savings and performance uplift per facility (AI est.)

天野 滋 ★ S Rank

Cell-Permeable Peptide

This technology introduces a novel cell-permeable peptide, under 40 amino acids, designed for highly selective intracellular and intranuclear delivery. It …

Chemistry & Pharma Life Sciences Advanced Materials

Targeting Cell Nuclei: High-Selectivity Peptide, <40 Amino Acids

~$1M/year estimated drug development cost reduction per facility (est.)

太田 宏暁 ★ S Rank

Modular Backpack and Backpack Set

This modular backpack system allows instant, tool-free swapping of storage compartments and back bases via a unique convex-concave coupling. Users can cust…

Consumer & Lifestyle Advanced Materials

Modular Backpack: Instant Swaps, 3x Faster Customization

~$1M/year estimated additional revenue per facility (est.)

浅田 一郎 ★ S Rank

Underwear with Crotch Storage Compartment

This innovative underwear design enhances male health and comfort by isolating male genitalia from the thighs, reducing pressure and maintaining optimal te…

Healthcare & Safety Consumer & Lifestyle Advanced Materials

Optimal Male Health: Reduces Scrotal Temperature by ~2°C for Enhanced Comfort

~$3.5M/year estimated new market creation potential (est.)

国立研究開発法人農業・食品産業技術総合研究機構 ★ S Rank

Cell Culture Device and Its Method of Use

This innovative cell culture device features two culture dishes with adjustable gaps and membranes, optimizing cell growth conditions. It simplifies handli…

Life Sciences Advanced Materials

Boost Cell Culture Efficiency by 30%, Halve Handling Time

~$200K/year estimated cost savings per facility (est.)

国立大学法人東北大学 ★ S Rank

Scanning Mirror and Method for Manufacturing Scanning Mirrors

This technology applies Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) to scanning mirror torsion bars, creating a protective layer that prevents degradation from oxidation…

Manufacturing AI & Software

ALD Boosts Scanning Mirror Lifespan by 3x, Cuts Maintenance 1/3

~$50K/year estimated operational cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立大学法人京都大学 ★ S Rank

Machine Learning System for Deformation Estimation, Program, and Learned Model

This machine learning technology precisely predicts object deformation by analyzing minute shape changes from pre- and post-measurement data. It generates …

Manufacturing AI & Software

AI boosts deformation prediction by 40%, cuts prototyping 20%

~$150K/year estimated defect reduction per facility (est.)

国立大学法人京都大学 ★ S Rank

Structured Polymer Material, Method for Manufacturing Structured Polymer Material, and U…

This technology enables the efficient manufacturing of high-performance structured polymer materials. By using electromagnetic radiation interference patte…

Advanced Materials

Electromagnetic Interference for Precision Polymers: 2× Efficiency, Nano-Scale Control

~$1.5M/year estimated material cost reduction and productivity improvement per facility (est.)

日本放送協会 ★ S Rank

Image Encoding Device, Image Decoding Device, and Program

This technology enhances video encoding efficiency by intelligently segmenting image blocks into sub-regions and deriving optimal motion vectors. It signif…

Manufacturing Electronics AI & Software

Boost Video Quality, Cut Data by 20% with Low-Latency Encoding

~$1.5M/year estimated data cost reduction per facility (est.)

慶應義塾 ★ S Rank

Decision-Making Apparatus and Control Method for Decision-Making Apparatus

This technology provides a hardware-based autonomous decision-making system utilizing a Tug-of-War (TOW) model. It uses pulse-voltage-driven circuit change…

AI & Software

Autonomous Edge AI: 90% Faster Decisions, 80% Energy Savings

~$175K/year estimated operational cost savings and productivity gains per facility (est.)

学校法人福岡大学 ★ S Rank

Prion Disease Therapeutic Agent

This technology introduces a novel compound (Formula I) designed to effectively inhibit the production of abnormal prions, the root cause of prion disease.…

Life Sciences Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials

Prion Disease: Novel Drug Accelerates Development by 3 Years, Unlocking Billions

~$10B/year estimated R&D cost and opportunity loss avoidance, plus billions in revenue opportunity (…

国立大学法人東京科学大学 ★ S Rank

Method for Enhancing Lentiviral Vector Production

This technology dramatically enhances lentiviral vector production in 293T cells by co-transfecting specific plasmids with promoter-activating factors. It …

Life Sciences Advanced Materials

2x Lentiviral Vector Yield, Accelerating Gene Therapy Scale-Up

~$1.0M/year estimated manufacturing cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構 ★ S Rank

Heteroepitaxial Structures, Manufacturing Methods, and Nanogap Electrodes

This technology enables the formation of highly adhesive, low-resistance metal films on polycrystalline substrates through controlled heteroepitaxial growt…

Advanced Materials

Next-Gen Plating: 80% Defect Reduction, Superior Adhesion & Low Resistance

~$500K/year estimated defect rate improvement per facility (est.)