Niles Co., Ltd., based in Tokyo, specializes in advanced vehicle control technology, focusing on enhancing automotive functionality and safety. The company develops a range of innovative products including rain sensors, wiper controllers, and rotary connectors, which are integral to modern vehicle systems. With expertise in switch devices, inhibitor switches, and rotation angle sensors, Niles is committed to improving user experience and operational efficiency in vehicles. Their remote control devices and multi-directional input technologies further exemplify their dedication to automotive innovation.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

51 Patents

#786 in Tokyo

#1,684 in Japan

#13,776 in the World

Tokyo, Japan

Niles Co., Ltd.

Forward Citations = 149

49 inventors:

Kazuto Kokuryo (7 out of 10 patents)

Hiroyuki Shimada (4 out of 63 patents)

Tetsuya Inotsuka (4 out of 9 patents)

4. Hisashi Matsuhashi (4 out of 4 patents)

5. Hiroshi Oishi (4 out of 17 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Niles Co., Ltd.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/niles-company

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2 patents (CIPO):

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9 patents (EPO):

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