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61. About The Bus Fare(2kview/6res) Question 2024/03/08 22:41
62. How to divide tips between servers and sushi chefs(10kview/19res) Question 2024/03/08 12:23
63. Hawaii Estimated Tax(1kview/2res) Question 2024/02/24 19:44
64. How to use Venmo(1kview/3res) Question 2024/02/21 21:42
65. About the Guests of Kawaii Kon on March 29-31(436view/0res) Question 2024/02/20 23:54
66. car(1kview/1res) Question 2024/02/19 10:54
67. Pension Questions(1kview/6res) Question 2024/02/19 10:31
68. Japanese Programs(19kview/48res) Question 2024/02/16 12:36
69. Honolulu CPA(624view/0res) Question 2024/02/10 18:19
70. Medical bill from 3 years ago arrives today.(1kview/4res) Question 2024/01/30 14:30
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About The Bus Fare

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#1
  • Bus
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  • 2024/03/07 00:20

Transfers within 2.5 hours are free, but if you are not transferring but taking the same number of buses back and forth, can you still come back with Single Fare $ 3 within that time ?
anyone know ??

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#3

Thank you for your response !
I have a Holo card but have not used it yet and was worried that it would be charged every time I ride.

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#4
  • min
  • 2024/03/07 (Thu) 15:03
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If you have a HOLO card,
it is convenient to register it in Japanese as well.

You can see the history of your card and cancel it immediately if you lose it.
You can also see the time of your first ride, so you can check what time you got on.

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#5

That's useful !
Thanks for letting me know.

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#6
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  • 2024/03/08 (Fri) 20:09
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Holo Card debits

3 in the first 2.5 hours, then $ 3 again after 2.5 hours, then $ 3 after 2.5 hours, then $ 1.50 for a 1 Day Pass.

1 Day $ No more than 7.50 will be debited, and no more than $ 80 will be debited for the same amount as the monthly pass.

No further debits once the annual $ 880 ( 11th month ) is reached.

Instead of buying monthly, you can deposit $ 80 at Main and it will be automatically debited, and once you reach $ 7.50 on the 1st, no further debits will be made. Once you reach $ 80, you will have unlimited rides from then on, and on the 11th month you will reach $ 880, so you will have unlimited rides for the 12th month. I myself have been reaching $ 80 every month since last October, so I will reach $ 880 in September of this year. Then I will have unlimited rides in October.

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#7

Thanks for the details !

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How to divide tips between servers and sushi chefs

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#1
  • 寿司シェフ向上委員会
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  • 2024/02/29 22:37

I would appreciate your opinions on how to divide the tips between the server and the sushi chef at a Japanese restaurant with a sushi counter.
We would like to hear from as many people as possible, even if you are not an experienced server or sushi chef.
Most customers come to a sushi restaurant for great sushi. I don't think there are any customers who come to the restaurant for servers except for their friends. We feel that it is up to the server to provide good sushi and make it better.
Some servers say that all tips should be taken by the server, but I wonder if that is true. ?
The hourly rate is decided by the restaurant based on the experience and work style of the person. One major Japanese restaurant does not mainly do sushi, but they split it 50/50. Please let us know how to make it mutually agreeable. Thank you in advance.

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#15

It may be possible to say that only the counter tipping is 50%, but I don't think it is possible to say that the server and the chef get the same tip.

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#17

> Most customers come to the restaurant for great sushi. I don't think there are any customers except my friends who come for the server.

Like # 14, I thought this person was a famous sushi chef who makes great sushi and has many regular customers of his own. I don't know about the tipping as I am not in food and beverage, but I thought tipping was only for servers.
And if a good friend of mine worked in a restaurant, even if it wasn't a particularly good place ( I would go there ) often as long as it wasn't bad. I think a server who has a lot of friends will bring in more customers than a bad sushi chef.
I think this guy is a great sushi chef, so if he moves to a bigger restaurant that he is comfortable with
I think he will have a lot of regular customers. I'd love to try it sometime.

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#18
  • Mrぶー
  • 2024/03/08 (Fri) 08:11
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It's scary when money is involved. Let's not slander. Since you are anonymous, it is not a good idea to attack an individual in a judgmental manner. It is a matter of honor, and the person who made the slanderous post will be affected. As you can see ! Thank you very much for your many comments. It was helpful.

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#19

It is scary when money is involved. Slander is not good. It is an attack that seems to identify an individual, because it is posted under a pseudonym. It is a slander and it affects the person who made the post. It is defamation. It is a crime. Thank you very much for your opinions.

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#20
  • Nori
  • 2024/03/08 (Fri) 12:23
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I understand there is a problem in the Mainland regarding tipping customs. I hear that customers who use stores and services are getting fed up about tipping customs. This trend has led to the creation of restaurants and services where the owners themselves are paid appropriately and do not require tips. As a result, the restaurant has become a hot topic as a tip-free restaurant, and sales have increased to the point where they can pay their employees adequately. Personally, I think it is fine for service providers to work for tips, but I would like to see a revision of the payroll system that requires people to make a living from tips rather than salary. I don't think it will result in a good outcome for any of the employees or customers, as they are forced to tip, and the response after service changes drastically depending on the amount. I feel that hiring employees cheaply and making the customers who use your restaurant pay for the burden of hiring them, results in only the owner siphoning off the profits.

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Hawaii Estimated Tax

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#1
  • Mercury
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  • 2024/02/24 13:42

I file my own tax return every year using Turbo Tax.
I have already filed for 2023.
The federal Estimated Tax payment amount is automatically calculated and there is a payment voucher, but
the State of Hawaii has you enter the amount yourself and I wasn't sure so I skipped it.
I use Hawaii Tax Online to pay my Hawaii Income Tax, but
If I want to pay my 2024 Estimated Tax, can I decide the amount and pay it myself on Hawaii Tax Online ? Or, since I did not set the amount of Estimated Tax for 2024 when I filed the 2023 tax return, can I pay the amount of Estimated Tax for 2024?
Thank you very much.

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#2
  • Ken
  • 2024/02/24 (Sat) 17:20
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You can decide the amount and pay it yourself.
If possible, we recommend that you divide your 2023 tax amount into four installments and pay them in four installments. If you have paid at least 100% of the previous year's tax amount on a scheduled basis, you will not be penalized even if your 2024 tax amount is higher.

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#3
  • Mercury
  • 2024/02/24 (Sat) 19:44
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Ken

I understand that I do not have to inform the Tax Office in advance of the amount of Estimated Tax due, but I can decide and pay it myself.
Thank you very much.

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How to use Venmo

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#1
  • Venmo
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  • 2024/02/19 20:24

I have a question about how to use Venmo.
Is it possible to send money from a friend to my Venmo to another person without putting it into my bank account ?
and if so, please tell me how to do it.
Thank you very much !

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#2
  • こーの字
  • 2024/02/20 (Tue) 13:46
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Venmo to someone from Venmo
https://help.venmo.com/hc/en-us/articles/210413477-Sending-Requesting-Money

Venmo to someone's bank account https://help.venmo.com/hc/en-us/articles/115015844068-Instant-Bank-Transfer-FAQ#:~:text=Instant%20transfers%20with%20Venmo%20 allow,transfer%20amount%20for%20each%20transfer.

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#3
  • あゆとり
  • 2024/02/20 (Tue) 14:56
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If you are paid in venmo, you can keep the money in your venmo wallet without transferring it to the bank, and you can then venmo the money to your friends, payers, etc. If you are paid and do not transfer the money to the bank, the venmo money will increase. If you are paid and do not transfer the money to the bank, the venmo money will increase as it is.

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#4
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  • 2024/02/21 (Wed) 21:42
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Order a Venmo Debit Card.

There is no fee for Venmo to Venmo transactions.

Since it's a Debit Card, you can use it in stores and other places
as usual.

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About the Guests of Kawaii Kon on March 29-31

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#1
  • NANA
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  • 2024/02/20 19:30

A Japanese boy band called MADKID will be a guest at KawaiiCon at the Convention Center on March 29-31, and I was wondering if anyone knows when they will be there during the three days ? I would like to know which days they will be performing. I would appreciate any information ! !.

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car

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#1
  • hina
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  • 2024/02/18 17:49

I am a student studying abroad in Hawaii. I am currently looking for a car. I am learning late at night and if I am lucky, someone I know will give me a ride, but it is difficult to ask every time, and I really need one.

I am looking on Facebook market and craigslist, but they sell quickly and my lack of knowledge makes it impossible to make my own decisions about engines and oil. I have been looking on Vivinavi, but I have not been able to find a good car.
I am a student, so I cannot buy a new car.
I am looking for a Japanese car (Toyota Corolla, Nissan Versa, etc. )) in 2015 or older. My budget is around $8000.

If you are going back to Japan soon or want to let go of your car to buy a new one, please contact me.
Thank you very much.

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#2
  • Matsuri
  • 2024/02/19 (Mon) 10:54
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hina

I live in Hawaii. It seems that the used car rate is increasing due to the rising prices. I just appraised my car to try and find a Japanese sedan older than 2014 with low mileage and anti-theft protection.
It was $2000 more than when I appraised it a few years ago !
There is $8000 even before 2015.

A little older, but a non-Nissan Japanese car will seldom break down.
I wish you the best of luck.

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Pension Questions

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#1
  • Ajisai
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  • 2024/02/15 18:45

I am divorced from my American husband after 10+ years of marriage. I am a citizen.
My ex-husband is now old enough to receive a pension, and I have heard that if you divorce after 10 years, you can receive half of your ex-husband's pension amount.
I wonder if I can still receive the pension ?
if anyone knows anything about this.

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#2
  • Ken
  • 2024/02/15 (Thu) 19:24
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受け取ることができます。
Social Security Administrationのウェブサイトに以下のように記されています。

Benefits For Your Spouse
Even if they have never worked under Social Security, your spouse may be eligible for benefits if they are at least 62 years of age and you are receiving retirement or disability benefits. Your spouse can also qualify for Medicare at age 65.

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#3

As you say, if you were married for more than 10 years, you are entitled to half of your ex-husband's pension amount. It should not matter whether you were working or not. See the article "Post-Divorce Security" below.
https://happymoneyusa.com/all-about-social-security/
The conditions are
1 . You must be at least 62 years old and single.
2 . If you apply for benefits before the age of full benefits, they are reduced by that amount.
Therefore, we recommend that you visit the SS Office, explain your divorce situation, obtain the necessary application documents and other information, and begin the process.

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#4
  • Ajisai
  • 2024/02/15 (Thu) 22:37
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SJDummy
Thank you for your prompt reply.
Thank you very much for your help.

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#5

My American husband and I divorced after 10 years ± and I received half of his pension at age 66 and switched to my own pension at age 70 because I was working myself. That way I get 25% more. No matter how many times the ex-husbands get married, if they are married for more than 10 years, each
ex-wife receives half of the pension. I recommend you to search Yu tubu on US pensions to get more information.

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#6
  • Ajisai
  • 2024/02/19 (Mon) 10:30
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Ken-san ginger-san
Thank you very much.

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Japanese Programs

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#1
  • New
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  • 2022/10/11 18:15

If you know of a service where I can watch Japanese TV, please let me know.
Thank you very much.

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#26

#24 Dear TV Guide
You made the same comment in another topic, but where can I buy the device from ? Is it Amazon in the US ? I am a Prime member but I cannot find it on Amazon. I would very much appreciate a more detailed explanation.

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#29
  • OLO HANA
  • 2024/01/01 (Mon) 11:57
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Service to watch Japanese TV, I had charged
annual viewing fee charge by credit card, but do I pay tax to the state of Hawaii ??

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#30
  • Miss.ss
  • 2024/01/27 (Sat) 10:25
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Why don't you watch TV at your parents' house when you return home?

That way you won't get into trouble.

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#31
  • こーの字
  • 2024/01/27 (Sat) 14:43
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https://tvjapan.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/kaizoku_taisaku.pdf
According to information from Japanese broadcasters and producers,
Japanese-language broadcasting is legal in North America ・ and distribution service companies are limited, while other companies are illegal
, Other companies are illegal ( I think they mean Japanese law ).

There was a discussion in another post about the gray area if the server is overseas ( I checked this too, and found information that uploading to the server from Japan is out of compliance with the Japanese copyright law ),
which is a violation of the law. ? I think it is difficult to expect morals from a company that is distributing a Japanese program with a high level of respect for the copyright holder's rights. After all, it is a company that ignores the rights of copyright holders and tries to make money with minimal investment. I understand that you want to watch Japanese popular movies.
Also, there seems to be criticism of Japanese broadcasters who do not allow overseas distribution.
However, the current situation is that there are companies that make money by taking advantage of such feelings of Japanese people overseas,
and then go into hiding when their position becomes unfavorable.

I wonder if each person understands that much before using the company.

Sorry for the length.

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#48
  • 日本のテレビ 愛好家
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  • 2024/02/14 (Wed) 06:26
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There is nothing black, white, or gray about it. More importantly, Japanese politicians are thieves all the time.

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Honolulu CPA

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#1
  • purpleg3
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  • 2024/02/10 18:19

I am an American living in Japan. Does anyone know a reliable and reasonable CPA in Honolulu ?
Thank you very much.

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Medical bill from 3 years ago arrives today.

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#1
  • M
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  • 2024/01/27 19:50

I received a bill today from the hospital for medical expenses incurred in May 2021, and I remember that I already received and paid the bill around June 2021. I guess it could be the rest of the bill or something since the bill amount is different, but is it possible to get a bill that is 3 years old?

I changed insurance companies in January 2024, so is that why I am being charged something, or is it not the hospital's or insurance company's fault for not being able to bill me three years ago? Am I obligated to pay it?

I am going to call the hospital on Monday, but if anyone has any information, please let me know. Thank you in advance.

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#2

Unfortunately, sometimes I get a bill when I forget about it. At any rate, I would check
what the bill ? is now and then ask the previous insurance company ? if this is something that has to be paid or not covered.
I'm not sure the hospital or insurance company would be liable unless it was a serious mistake.
"Oh, I forgot, you have to pay." So it's like.

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#3
  • rak
  • 2024/01/29 (Mon) 21:26
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In my case, on the contrary, last year I had to pay back the premium amount for a treatment that I was told was not covered by insurance. The treatment cost was several years ago. When I inquired about it, I was told that it took a long time to process the paperwork due to the office being closed due to Corona.

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#4
  • m
  • 2024/01/30 (Tue) 10:40
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Dear Magires
Thank you for your advice. I checked with the hospital and Bill had sent it immediately after the clinic. He said that he had not received a single prompt after that, so he probably forgot about it. Also, I checked my credit card history and it seems that I did not pay for the year 2021, so I paid this time.


Dear rak
Thank you for sharing your valuable experience. I understand that it is possible to get back the other way around. I have been living in Hawaii for 7 years now and I thought I had a lot of things figured out, but this is the first time I have been baptized by a late bill.


Thank you both for your valuable stories. This time we resolved the issue by saying that the hospital forgot to bill you and I also forgot to pay. I am glad it was not a big surprise amount.

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#5

I'm glad it was resolved. The first thing I would say is that I'm glad it wasn't a big surprise amount.

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