Uchikura & Co Blog
Why Don’t Ameri...
2025-07-27
Why Don’t American Cars Sell Well in Japan?American cars are known for their power and unique appeal, but the reality is that they don’t sell well in Japan. Why is it so difficult for American cars t...
“The Largest Deal in History” ...
2025-07-26
“The Largest Deal in History” — But Can Japan Really Afford It?In July 2025, President Donald Trump made a bold declaration:   “We’ve completed a MASSIVE deal with Japan — perhaps the largest deal ev...
Today's Wallpaper
2025-07-25
This is my wallpaper for the computer that I use in my office at PSP, Inc.. It is a logo of Pacific Software Publishing, Inc..   Kenichi UchikuraPresident / CEOPacific Software Publishing, Inc.ken.uch...
I Am Against Sanctuary States ...
2025-07-25
I am firmly against the idea of sanctuary states and cities.   Most of the people in government who are pushing for these policies were born in the United States. That means they became American citi...
New PSPINC Sacks are Here!
2025-07-23
New PSPINC Sacks are Here! Which color do you like the most?       Kenichi UchikuraPresident / CEOPacific Software Publishing, Inc.ken.uchikura@pspinc.comTwitter | Facebook | Linked In__..-・**・-..__.....
After Three Weeks, the Garbage...
2025-07-23
After Three Weeks, the Garbage Truck Finally CameThis morning, for the first time in three weeks, the garbage truck finally came.   The delay wasn’t due to a scheduling mistake or bad weather — it wa...
Ken Uchikura Newsletter Vol. 3...
2025-07-23
The Good and Bad of Advertising: What Makes an Ad Resonate? What makes a good advertisement?This is a question I constantly ponder as I observe countless ads every day. When most people think of adver...
Reading the Air in Japan
2025-07-23
Understanding the True Meaning Behind Words – Reading the Air in Japan One of the most subtle yet essential skills for living or working in Japan is the ability to “read the air” — to understand the ...
Today's Wallpaper
2025-07-22
We All Work to Pay for the Bread   Today’s wallpaper is a picture of freshly cut French bread—simple, humble, and beautiful. I turned it into art because, in many ways, bread represents the everyday ...
Stay the course .... What???
2025-07-22
In many instances, business is often symbolized by a road cutting through the wilderness—a clear path amidst uncertainty. It suggests direction, stability, and purpose. But the reality is, if you’re ...