Kobe, Japan

Masanori Kono

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2012-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masanori Kono. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masanori-kono

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 7 

% Patents Active = 57.1

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.5

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 8(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kobe, JP (2012 - 2015)
  • Minato-ku, JP (2017)
  • Tokyo, JP (2013 - 2020)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2012-2020

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Masanori Kono

Introduction

Masanori Kono is a prominent inventor based in Kobe, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the gaming industry, holding a total of 7 patents. His work focuses on enhancing user experience through innovative game systems and devices.

Latest Patents

Kono's latest patents include a game system, a game control device, and an information storage medium. One of his notable inventions is a game system that includes at least one processor configured to select a game object from multiple candidates based on predetermined lottery processing. This system associates the selected game object with user identification information, enhancing the gaming experience. Another patent involves a game system utilizing a network, which connects multiple game machines and allows players to select items that reflect their choices in the game. This system also includes devices for storing relation data and determining the selection state of items, providing a more interactive experience for players.

Career Highlights

Masanori Kono is currently employed at Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd., a leading company in the gaming industry. His work at Konami has allowed him to develop innovative gaming solutions that have been well-received in the market.

Collaborations

Kono has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Hiroyuki Masuda and Yoshito Fukuda. Their combined expertise has contributed to the development of advanced gaming technologies.

Conclusion

Masanori Kono's contributions to the gaming industry through his patents and innovative designs have significantly impacted the way games are played and experienced. His work continues to inspire advancements in gaming 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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