We are committed to creating
the patents with high value.
Aki Ryuka
Patent Attorney, Japan
Attorney at Law, California
The importance of patents is growing.
For example, a company acquiring the most patents for autonomous vehicles is a U.S. software company. The company may achieve more profits from cars in the future than car manufactures. This means that the time has come for the companies without manufacturing and selling sections to overwhelm the manufacturing companies by utilizing research-and-development and patents.
The patent system supports such changes in the social structure. More companies focus solely on research-and-development and provide their technologies, utilizing patent licenses. The license accelerates the improvements in the products and technologies in the world because the licensees can avoid the same research and focus on their strength.
As the social structure changes, patents will be even more important. In particular, making an investment for future technologies and building a patent portfolio for the future will be critically important. The role of patent law firms also changes. We must support the creation of inventions by searching relevant proposals from patent publications and discussing with the inventors.
The patent system facilitates not only to sell and purchase technologies and parts but also to outsource production and sales, thereby develops cooperative relations between companies and between nations.
To fulfill our responsibilities toward that time, RYUKA will continue to make steady efforts.
2026 Reiwa Best Hit Awards
RYUKA was featured in the “Professionals for Today’s World” section of 2026 Reiwa Best Hit Awards, published by Mr. Partner.
Under the theme “Leveraging Patents for Business: Patent Marketing to Drive Corporate Growth,” the article introduces RYUKA’s approach to intellectual property strategy, including analyzing business profitability and patent strength, strategically determining where and why to seek patent protection, and utilizing patents for purposes such as excluding competitors and licensing to support corporate growth and profitability.
Nikkei Science: “Proactive IP Management Strategies in the AI Era”
RYUKA was featured in Proactive IP Management Strategies in the AI Era, published by Nikkei Science.
Under the theme “Business-Effective Patents Are Born from Discussion,” the article introduces the “Open & Closed Strategy,” which strategically combines technologies to be made open with those to be kept proprietary, as well as patent strategies focusing on consumables and maintenance. It also discusses the importance of dialogue between inventors and IP professionals in creating inventions and patents that contribute to business profitability.
KENJA GLOBAL
Aki Ryuka was interviewed for the business leader interview program KENJA GLOBAL, where he shared his values on management and his vision for the future.
His experience running a private tutoring school as a student and working in research and development at Canon Inc. are closely connected to the establishment of RYUKA & PARTNERS today. By placing great importance on dialogue with clients and seeking to provide consulting that addresses fundamental business challenges, we also aim to serve as a partner in launching new businesses. The interview concludes with a message for the younger generation. (Approx. 10 min.)
Toyo Keizai
In an article published by Toyo Keizai Online, we discussed the importance of viewing patent applications not as a cost, but as an investment.
By clearly defining where patents should be filed and the purpose of obtaining patent rights, and by incorporating market and competitor analysis, an IP strategy can contribute to competitive advantage, monetization, and increased corporate value. We also introduced our concept of “Patent Marketing,” which links patent strategy with business strategy, enables greater selection and concentration of resources, and supports sustainable corporate growth.
■View the article on Toyo Keizai Online
Nikkei Business
In a sponsored feature on intellectual property management strategy published by Nikkei Business, we discussed “Patent Marketing that Enables Strategic Selection and Concentration.”
Patent applications are not merely a means of protecting inventions; they are an investment in the future. Through our “Patent Marketing” approach, we advocate strategic patent filing that protects sources of profit while closely linking IP activities with business management. By analyzing markets and competitors, we clarify the purpose of each filing and seek to maximize the value of patent applications. We also utilize our proprietary “Patent Visualization” service to make tacit knowledge visible and support sustainable corporate growth. (Approx. 5 min.)
Nikkei Business
In a sponsored feature on intellectual property management strategy published by Nikkei Business, we discussed “The IP Strategies Japanese Companies Need to Win in Global Patent Competition.”
Through in-depth discussions with inventors, we thoroughly explore possible ways in which patent rights could be designed around. We also use RYUKA’s proprietary “Patent Visualization” service to develop IP strategies with future business value in mind. For Japanese companies to gain an advantage in global competition, it is important not only to protect and enhance the value of their patents, but also to develop filing strategies that take overseas developments into account. (Approx. 5 min.)
Attorney North Slime Channel
Aki Ryuka appeared on attorney Shuji Kita’s YouTube channel.
The discussion covers a wide range of topics for professionals and those considering a professional career, including approaches to work and life as a licensed professional, creating a workplace where professionals capable of meaningful discussion can develop, and how an organization can grow beyond the “100-person barrier.” We continue to improve ourselves every day with the aim of becoming professionals we can truly be proud of. (Approx. 45 min.)
STEIN IP Law Firm Podcast
Aki Ryuka appeared on the podcast of STEIN IP Law Firm in the United States and discussed how companies can determine the countries in which to file patent applications.
The conversation covers important perspectives and considerations for developing a global intellectual property strategy. (In English, approx. 13 min.)
