Uchikura & Co Blog
2024-09-17
Good morning from Tokyo! The sun rose over an hour ago, but I couldn't see it due to the tall building in front of my hotel. It's already 7 a.m., and the temperature has climbed to 28°C (82°F). It's S...
2024-09-17
The Tokyo subway is one of the most efficient in the world, operated by Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway with 13 lines. It’s known for punctuality, frequent trains, cleanliness, and easy transfers. Though ...
2024-09-17
I'm staying at remm Kyobashi, a new hotel near JR Tokyo Station. I’ve never stayed at this hotel before, but it’s very close to the station. The hotel looks very new and clean. I’ll be staying for two...
2024-09-17
To spending a few days With my parents, I am now heading back to Tokyo the last few days of work before I head back to Seattle. I would avoid coming to Japan in the summer to avoid heat. Kenichi...
2024-09-15
Those are the restaurants that you find at Ashiya Station building. What would you choose? Kenichi UchikuraPresident / CEOPacific Software Publishing, Inc.ken.uchikura＠pspinc.comTwitter | Facebo...
2024-09-11
Subscription Business At my company, we base our services on a subscription model. In the software development industry, the common business model is based on contracts, where software is developed ac...
2024-09-11
It's another whole day in Tokyo and I spend time at the coffee shop drinking ice coffee. Would you take iced coffee without cream with cream? Kenichi UchikuraPresident / CEOPacific Software Publ...
2024-09-10
When you're riding the crowded train Japan, it is customary to wear your backpack in the front to avoid hitting people in the back. There are many customs like this to avoid possible conflict. K...
2024-09-10
I recently met with a company that produces secure private offices for home use. These offices offer features such as entry and exit monitoring, along with noise isolation. The startup is looking to e...
2024-09-10
I had Paella at the restaurant near business meeting this afternoon. It was a complete lunch with salada and a roll, plus Paella and iced tea. All this for 1,480yen that is less than US$10. There is t...