Atsuro Ichigaya

This inventor holds 72 USPTO granted patents and 14 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Image Encoding. Top assignees: Nippon Hoso' Kyokai, Japan Broadcasting Corporation, K-Will Japan. Active years: 2009-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Atsuro Ichigaya. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/atsuro-ichigaya

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 72 (Patent Applications = 14)

% Patents Active = 86.1

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 4 (Patent Applications = 21)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 44(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 11(Dec 10, 2025)

Company Filing History:

Japan Broadcasting Corporation

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2009-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Image Encoding

Image Decoding

Prediction Correction

Deblocking Filter

Chroma Residual Scaling

Intra Prediction

Encoding Method

Decoding Method

Program

Device

Code Allocation

Triangle Merge Protection

72 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12744896 - Encoding device, decoding device and program (2026-09-22),

2. 12739371 - Deblocking filter device, decoding device and program (2026-09-15),

3. 12720058 - Encoding device, decoding device and program that encode or decode each target block by dividing an image that includes three or more components (2026-08-25),

4. 12720057 - Encoding device, decoding device and program (2026-08-25),

5. 12684128 - Encoding device, decoding device and program (2026-07-14),

6. 12634519 - Luminance deblock filtering encoding device, decoding device, and program (2026-05-19),

7. 12634446 - Image encoding device, image decoding device, and program thereof (2026-05-19),

8. 12634444 - Image encoding device, image decoding device, and program thereof (2026-05-19),

9. 12513328 - Image encoding device, image decoding device and program (2025-12-30),

10. 12513327 - Prediction image correcting device, image encoding device, image decoding device, and program (2025-12-30),

11. 12418665 - Decoding device, program, and decoding method using chroma residual scaling (2025-09-16),

12. 12273514 - Encoding device, decoding device, encoding method, and decoding method (2025-04-08),

13. 12262052 - Image encoding device, image decoding device and program (2025-03-25),

14. 12238296 - Image encoding device, image decoding device and program (2025-02-25),

15. 12212744 - Deblocking filter device, decoding device and program (2025-01-28),

Title: Atsuro Ichigaya: Pioneering Inventor from Tokyo

Introduction: Atsuro Ichigaya is a renowned inventor hailing from the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan. His innovative spirit and dedication to technological advancements have made him a prominent figure in the world of patents and inventions.

Latest Patents: Atsuro Ichigaya holds several groundbreaking patents in the field of robotics and artificial intelligence, showcasing his forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and creativity.

Career Highlights: Throughout his illustrious career, Atsuro Ichigaya has worked with leading tech companies in Japan, contributing significantly to the development of cutting-edge technologies that have revolutionized various industries.

Collaborations: Atsuro Ichigaya has collaborated with top researchers and scientists from around the globe, fostering a culture of innovation and knowledge-sharing that has led to the creation of groundbreaking inventions.

Conclusion: Atsuro Ichigaya's passion for innovation and his relentless pursuit of excellence continue to inspire aspiring inventors and entrepreneurs worldwide, solidifying his legacy as a true pioneer in the world of technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.