Uchikura & Co Blog
Weak Yen at 160 — Opportunity ...
2026-04-06
Weak Yen at 160 — Opportunity or Warning Sign?   At around ¥160 to the dollar, the weak yen looks like good news for Japan. Tourists flood in, hotels are full, and export companies look strong on pap...
Iran and Japan ... History goe...
2026-04-05
Iran and Japan ... History goes back long over 1000 years.   Iran and Japan have a unique relationship—one that most people don’t notice because it isn’t loud or dramatic.   Their connection goes bac...
The Alaska Agent Must Be Fired
2026-04-04
The Alaska Agent Must Be Fired   I made a simple typo when booking my ticket. “Uvhikura” instead of “Uchikura.” Same person. Same passport. Clearly a mistake.   When I contacted Alaska Airlines, the ...
PSPINC Web & Email Hosting – G...
2026-04-04
PSPINC Web & Email Hosting – Global Partnership Opportunity   PSPINC Web & Email Hosting is a SaaS platform designed to work in any country and support any language.   It is built, maintained, and su...
Not Everything Is Breaking News
2026-04-03
Not Everything Is Breaking News   Media and social media today have one goal: get your attention.   To do that, everything becomes dramatic.Everything is “breaking.”Everything is “urgent.”Everything ...
On-Demand IT Support
2026-04-02
On-Demand IT Support   Many companies think they have IT support—until something actually breaks. That is when delays, confusion, and finger-pointing begin. In today’s business environment, waiting i...
Ken Uchikura Newsletter Vol. 3...
2026-04-01
Does Your Marketing Strategy Evolve After Your Website Goes Live? When a company launches its website, there is often a sense of relief. “It’s finally online.” “Now customers will be able to find us.”...
We serve Cafe Vita at PSPINC
2026-04-01
At PSPINC, coffee is woven into our daily routine — it keeps us focused, creative, and connected. We serve Café Vita as our preferred brand and offer a variety of preparations to suit every taste: dri...
First Visit to UW Medical Center
2026-04-01
First Visit to UW Medical Center This morning I went to the University of Washington Medical Center for an evaluation.   It was my first time visiting this hospital—and my first impression was simple...
What I Love about Japan : When...
2026-03-30
When a Ticket Gate Closes for Swallows   In Japan, there are moments that quietly show what a society truly values.   During swallow nesting season, train station ticket gates are sometimes temporari...