Kobe, Japan

Hiroaki Nishimura

This inventor holds 41 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 14 EPO patents, primarily in Footwear Design. Top assignees: Asics Corporation, Fujisawa Pharmaceutical Company, Ltd.. Active years: 1999-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hiroaki Nishimura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hiroaki-nishimura-d3geri6g

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 41 

% Patents Active = 85.4

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.1

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 212(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hyogo, JP (2022 - 2023)
  • Kobe, JP (1999 - 2024)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1999-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Shoe Sole
Footwear Sole
Upper
Fastening Structure
Shoe
Shoe Design
Plate
Counter
Thiazolylbenzofuran
Pharmaceutical Compositions
Shoe Innovation
Sole
41 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: **Innovative Contributions of Hiroaki Nishimura**

Introduction

Hiroaki Nishimura, an accomplished inventor based in Kobe, Japan, has made significant contributions to the field of footwear design. With a remarkable portfolio of 19 patents, his work continues to influence the industry, particularly through his innovative approaches to shoe technology.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions is a groundbreaking shoe sole, which features a unique design that enhances both performance and comfort. This shoe sole includes a bottom part designed to be in contact with a flat surface when placed down, extending from the rearfoot to the midfoot portion. The toe portion of the sole is ingeniously designed to have a height that is set between 100% and 250% of the thickness in the rear bottom surface part, creating a distinctive profile. Additionally, a deformation restraining part is integrated along the medial and lateral sides of the sole, extending from the forefoot to the midfoot. This part is made with higher hardness compared to the bottom part, ensuring durability and stability during use.

Career Highlights

Hiroaki's career boasts stints at notable companies such as Asics Corporation and Fujisawa Pharmaceutical Company, Ltd. His work at these institutions has allowed him to leverage his inventive talents, pushing the boundaries of what footwear can achieve.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Hiroaki has had the pleasure of collaborating with skilled professionals like Shingo Takashima and Masanori Sakaguchi. These partnerships have enriched his innovative process and have contributed to numerous advancements in shoe design and technology.

Conclusion

Hiroaki Nishimura stands out as a visionary inventor whose innovative contributions in the realm of footwear have set new standards in the industry. Through his patents and collaborations, he continues to make a lasting impact, inspiring future innovations in shoe technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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