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Shizuoka, Japan

Kiyoshi Kawamura

This inventor holds 38 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Keyboard Musical Instruments. Top assignee: Yamaha Corporation. Active years: 1993-2007.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kiyoshi Kawamura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kiyoshi-kawamura

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 38

% Patents Active = 97.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 12

Forward Citations = 445(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Hamamatsu, JP (1993 - 2000)
Shizouka, JP (2001)
Shizuoka, JP (1993 - 2003)
Shizuoka-ken, JP (1996 - 2007)

Company Filing History:

38 out of 5,500

Yamaha Corporation

Years Active: 1993-2007

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Areas of Expertise:

Automatic Player Piano

Keyboard Instrument

Music Performance Training

Touch Responsive Display

Hammer Stopper

Mechanical Sounds

Electric Tutor

Key Action Mechanisms

Electromagnetic Actuator

Silent Operation

Music Performance Assisting

Key-Touch State Detection

38 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 7238868 - Keyboard musical instrument equipped with automatic player and method for retrofitting keyboard musical instrument (2007-07-03),

2. 6683242 - Composite keyboard musical instrument, silent system for performance without acoustic tones and regulating button mechanism for changing escape timing depending upon mode of operation (2004-01-27),

3. 6660917 - Keyboard musical instrument having fall board formed with clearance for fingers (2003-12-09),

4. 6403872 - Keyboard musical instrument faithfully reproducing original performance without complicated tuning and music data generating system incorporated therein (2002-06-11),

5. 6380472 - ELECTRIC TUTOR FOR DIRECTLY INDICATING MANIPULATORS TO BE ACTUATED, MUSICAL INSTRUMENT WITH BUILT-IN ELECTRIC TUTOR, METHOD FOR GUIDING FINGERING AND INFORMATION STORAGE MEDIUM FOR STORING PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVE OF THE METHOD (2002-04-30),

6. 6380470 - Training system for music performance, keyboard musical instrument equipped therewith and training keyboard (2002-04-30),

7. 6281422 - Music performance assisting system for teaching sequential use of fingers, method used therein and information storage medium for computer program representative of the method (2001-08-28),

8. 6084167 - Keyboard instrument with touch responsive display unit (2000-07-04),

9. 6011214 - Keyboard instruments having hammer stopper outwardly extending from (2000-01-04),

10. 5880393 - Keyboard musical instrument and recorder/playback controller (1999-03-09),

11. 5874687 - Keyboard instrument having hammer stopper outwardly extending from (1999-02-23),

12. 5861566 - Automatic player piano having frame structure self-aligned with keyboard (1999-01-19),

13. 5831194 - Electronic keyboard musical instrument capable of imparting effect (1998-11-03),

14. 5741995 - Keyboard instrument for selectively producing mechanical sounds and (1998-04-21),

15. 5616880 - Keyboard musical instrument equipped with hammer shank stopper where (1997-04-01),

Title: The Innovative Mind of Kiyoshi Kawamura

Introduction: Kiyoshi Kawamura, a pioneering inventor hailing from Shizuoka, Japan, is renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of technology and innovation.

Latest Patents: Kiyoshi Kawamura's recent patents include advancements in robotics, artificial intelligence, and sustainable energy solutions, solidifying his position as a forward-thinker in the industry.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over three decades, Kawamura has held key roles in various research institutions and tech companies, leading teams to develop cutting-edge technologies that have reshaped the way we interact with the world around us.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Kiyoshi Kawamura has collaborated with top universities, multinational corporations, and fellow inventors to push the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of technology, fostering a culture of innovation and creativity.

Conclusion: Kiyoshi Kawamura's relentless pursuit of innovation and his passion for creating a better future through technology make him a true visionary in the world of inventions. His impact on the industry is profound, and his legacy will continue to inspire generations of inventors to come.

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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