Picture sinking your teeth into bread that’s not just delicious but a powerhouse of health benefits – welcome to the forefront of Japanese baking, where tradition meets innovation.
In Japan, the baking industry is evolving rapidly, thanks to advances in yeast and bacterial technologies. Leading the charge, Nisshin Seifun Group has developed yeast strains that enhance natural flavors, while Asahi Group Holdings is using sake lees as a sustainable yeast alternative.
This article delves into the patent landscape of the Yeast & Bacteria in Baking industry, revealing the top companies, groundbreaking inventors, technology overview and research centers driving these advancements.
This analysis is based on published patent data for Japan from 2009-2018. Interested in the updated analysis?
What is the patent filing trend in the Yeast & Bacteria in Baking Industry?
The chart below represents the patent filing trend within the Yeast & Bacteria in Baking Industry from the year 2008 to 2018.
The table below provides the number of applications filed and the number of patents granted from the year 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Applications Filed in Yeast & Bacteria in Baking Industry | Patents Granted in Yeast & Bacteria in Baking Industry |
| 2018 | 1 | 14 |
| 2017 | 27 | 21 |
| 2016 | 52 | 19 |
| 2015 | 31 | 14 |
| 2014 | 46 | 10 |
| 2013 | 45 | 7 |
| 2012 | 52 | 1 |
| 2011 | 38 | 1 |
| 2010 | 40 | – |
| 2009 | 58 | – |
| 2008 | 50 | – |
Technology Overview of Yeast & Bacteria in Baking Industry Patents
The technology analysis of patents related to Yeast & Bacteria in Baking industry explores the diverse and evolving nature of innovations within the sector.
Evolution of Yeast & Bacteria in Baking Industry: 2008 – 2018
The chart below showcases the technology through the years 2008 to 2018 for the Yeast & Bacteria in Baking Industry.
Key companies filing patents in Yeast & Bacteria in Baking Industry
The chart below showcases the leading 15 companies actively involved in research and development in Yeast & Bacteria in Baking industry.
Our analysis shows that while the yeast & bacteria in baking industry is traditionally led by food, beverage and dairy companies, the dynamic entry of biotech giant Amano Enzyme, pharma leader Nitto Pharmaceutical, chemical innovator Kaneka Corporation and probiotic pioneer Yakult Honsha signals a groundbreaking convergence of health, technology and innovation.
- With Yakult Honsha and Nitto Pharmaceutical, there’s a focus on health benefits, leveraging probiotics and pharmaceuticals to create functional foods with enhanced nutrition.
- Amano Enzyme brings advanced biotech, improving product quality, texture and shelf-life and promoting efficient, sustainable baking.
- Kaneka Corporation’s involvement highlights chemical innovations, introducing new ingredients, preservatives and packaging that boost safety, quality and longevity of baked goods.
Technology Overview
This analysis provides an insight into areas of focus and innovations of companies thereby offering comprehensive snapshot of their contributions to the dynamic landscape of Yeast & Bacteria in Baking sector.
The table below shows the number of patents assigned to the leading 25 companies involved in the Yeast & Bacteria in Baking industry.
| Leading Companies | Patents |
| Meiji Holdings | 37 |
| Asahi Group Holdings | 32 |
| Morinaga Milk Industry | 22 |
| Megmilk Snow Brand | 21 |
| Nisshin Seifun Group | 20 |
| Kirin Holdings | 19 |
| Suntory | 15 |
| Kabushiki Kaisha Yakult Honsha | 14 |
| Kaneka Corporation | 12 |
| Ajinomoto | 11 |
| Nitto Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd | 10 |
| Amano Enzyme | 9 |
| Sapporo Holdings Limited | 9 |
| Nippon Beet Sugar Mfg | 7 |
| Kirin Kyowa Foods (MC Food Specialties) | 5 |
| Kyodo Milk Industry | 5 |
| Lion Corporation | 5 |
| Lotte Corporation | 4 |
| Nissin Food Products | 4 |
| Tablemark | 4 |
| Combi Corporation | 4 |
| Kohjin Life Sciences | 4 |
| Kitii | 4 |
| Pharma Foods International | 3 |
| Nla Kk | 3 |
Who are the leading innovators in Yeast & Bacteria in Baking Industry?
The table below shows the number of patents assigned to the top 25 inventors involved in innovations and technological advancements in the Yeast & Bacteria in Baking industry.
| Inventor Name | Patents |
| Seto Yasuyuki | 13 |
| Shimizu Kanetada | 11 |
| Fujiwara Shigeru | 11 |
| Ogawa Jun | 10 |
| Ikegami Shuji | 10 |
| Ochiai Misa | 9 |
| Hiroaki Nishiuchi | 8 |
| Fujiwara Daisuke | 8 |
| Yonejima Yasunori | 7 |
| Sugiyama Masanori | 7 |
| Tamura Masahiko | 6 |
| Odamaki Toshitaka | 6 |
| Kishino Shigenobu | 6 |
| Asami Yukio | 6 |
| Hasegawa Hideki | 6 |
| Shimizu Sakayu | 5 |
| Sekimizu Kazuhisa | 5 |
| Shoutaro Yamaguchi | 5 |
| Nakata Hiroaki | 5 |
| Hosoya Tomohiro | 5 |
| Arai Toshinobu | 5 |
| Itou Hiroyuki | 5 |
| Takahashi Nobuyuki | 4 |
| Sunada Yosuke | 4 |
| Terahara Masaki | 4 |
Which countries have the maximum patent filings in Yeast & Bacteria in Baking Industry?
The chart below provides an overview of the patent filings in the Yeast & Bacteria in Baking industry in various countries.
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