Kazuo Shiota

This inventor holds 80 USPTO granted patents, plus 3 CIPO patents and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Image Processing Systems (CPC class 358 80). Top assignees: Fuji Photo Film Company, Limited, Fujifilm Corporation. Active years: 1981-2014.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kazuo Shiota. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kazuo-shiota

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 80

% Patents Active = 91.3

CIPO Patents = 3

EPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 1)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 22

Forward Citations = 1,555(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,533(Dec 10, 2025)

Inventors with similar research interests:

Location History:

Minami-ashigara, JP (1981 - 1985)
Ashigarakami, JP (1988)
Kaisei, JP (1988 - 1990)
Kanagawa-ken, JP (1996 - 2000)
Kanagawa, JP (1984 - 2004)
Kaisei-machi, JP (2008 - 2010)
Tokyo, JP (1991 - 2014)

Company Filing History:

61 out of 16,458

Fuji Photo Film Company, Limited

Years Active: 1981-2014

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Areas of Expertise:

Image Processing

Electronic Album

Photo Finishing

Image Capturing

Network Photograph Service

Image Storing

Picture Printing

Image Transmitting

Subject Estimating

Print Order Reception

Image Grouping

Digital Camera

80 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. RE45077 - Network photograph service system (2014-08-11),

2. 8626755 - Electronic album editing system, electronic album editing method, and electronic album editing program (2014-01-07),

3. 8250068 - Electronic album editing system, electronic album editing method, and electronic album editing program (2012-08-21),

4. 8194120 - Image capturing apparatus, display apparatus, image capturing method, displaying method and program therefor (2012-06-05),

5. 7945486 - Network photograph service system (2011-05-17),

6. 7885864 - Network photograph service system (2011-02-08),

7. 7697039 - Image transmitting system, an image transmitting method, and a machine readable medium storing thereon a computer program for transmitting images (2010-04-13),

8. RE41161 - Method and apparatus for reproducing image from data obtained by digital camera and digital camera used thereof (2010-03-01),

9. 7663643 - Electronic album display system, an electronic album display method, and a machine readable medium storing thereon a computer program for displaying an electronic album (2010-02-16),

10. 7646939 - Electronic album editing system, electronic album editing method and electronics album editing program (2010-01-12),

11. 7639877 - Apparatus and program for selecting photographic images (2009-12-29),

12. 7526107 - Card issuing system, card issuing method, and machine readable medium storing thereon card issuing program (2009-04-28),

13. 7477805 - Electronic album display system, an image grouping apparatus, an electronic album display method, an image grouping method, and a machine readable medium storing thereon a computer program (2009-01-13),

14. 7444354 - Method and apparatus for storing images, method and apparatus for instructing image filing, image storing system, method and apparatus for image evaluation, and programs therefor (2008-10-28),

15. 7375845 - Picture printing system (2008-05-20),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Kazuo Shiota

Introduction: Kazuo Shiota is a pioneering inventor hailing from Tokyo, Japan, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of technology and innovation.

Latest Patents: Kazuo Shiota holds several patents in the realm of robotics and artificial intelligence, showcasing his continuous dedication to pushing the boundaries of technological advancement.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Kazuo Shiota has been instrumental in developing cutting-edge solutions that have revolutionized industries such as automation, healthcare, and transportation.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Kazuo Shiota has collaborated with leading research institutions, universities, and tech companies to further enhance his inventions and bring them to the market, solidifying his reputation as a visionary in the field.

Conclusion: Kazuo Shiota's relentless pursuit of innovation and his passion for creating transformative technologies have cemented his legacy as a trailblazing inventor in the vibrant landscape of Tokyo, Japan.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.