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| 1. | Babysitter Placement Agency(208view/0res) | Question | 2026/07/25 18:03 |
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| 2. | Discovery Bay Condominium(683view/2res) | Question | 2026/07/25 01:26 |
| 3. | I'm looking for a violin class taught in Japanese.(1kview/6res) | Question | 2026/07/22 18:42 |
| 4. | Global Entry and TSA(200view/0res) | Other | 2026/07/22 08:20 |
| 5. | I can no longer view my Yahoo Japan email on my iP...(601view/4res) | Problem / Need advice | 2026/07/17 16:47 |
| 6. | I'm looking for a place to transfer to.(404view/1res) | Work / Career | 2026/07/12 09:05 |
| 7. | Tell me about it.(757view/2res) | Problem / Need advice | 2026/07/10 20:11 |
| 8. | Regarding Being Forced to Feed a Cat(725view/1res) | Problem / Need advice | 2026/07/08 10:41 |
| 9. | I've had some close calls at crosswalks.(1kview/6res) | Problem / Need advice | 2026/07/03 16:55 |
| 10. | Child's Name (Japanese citizenship, U.S. citizensh...(1kview/2res) | Problem / Need advice | 2026/06/25 13:43 |
Babysitter Placement Agency
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- そうめん好き
- 2026/07/25 17:35
I live in Hawaii. I have two children, ages 2 and 5. Since both my spouse and I work and often have to work late, we’d like to use a babysitting agency. I’d appreciate any advice from anyone who has experience with this. Thank you in advance.
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Discovery Bay Condominium
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- サウナ❤️
- 2026/07/14 12:05
My parents and I are currently planning a one-month vacation to Hawaii. ! I love saunas, so I’d like to stay at Discovery Bay, but… what’s the temperature in the sauna there? ?
Does anyone who lives there know?⁉ ️ Could you please let me know?
Thank you in advance🙇 ♀ ️This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- AL
- 2026/07/14 (Tue) 21:47
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It would be faster to ask Discovery Bay directly.
On rare occasions, it may be closed for maintenance.
I’d recommend the sauna at Sky Ala Moana instead.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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I live in Discovery Bay !
When it gets hot, the thermometer sometimes reads 140, but since that’s in Fahrenheit, I don’t think it’s as hot as it is in Japan.
Also, it occasionally breaks down.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
I'm looking for a violin class taught in Japanese.
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- バイオリン
- 2026/07/07 14:01
I'm looking for a ( Japanese-language ) violin class for my child, who just turned 3.
I'm only looking for places that offer instruction in Japanese, so if you know of any, I would appreciate it if you could let me know. !This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- バイオリン
- 2026/07/09 (Thu) 14:33
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Thank you for the information. So there are Suzuki Method classes in Hawaii, too. I’d like to inquire about them.
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Hello !
I’ve been thinking about having my 2-and-a-half-year-old daughter take violin lessons, and while I was looking into it, I found this studio.
I was planning to have her start around the time she turns 3, so I haven’t contacted them yet …. It looks like they teach in both Japanese and English 😄
https://www.violinartistry.com/lessons/This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- バイオリン
- 2026/07/14 (Tue) 09:23
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Thank you for letting me know. I'll contact them.
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I’ve taken lessons at Virtuoso Violin.
Everyone from young children to adults seemed to be enjoying their lessons.
Please feel free to check out their website.
https://virtuosoviolinhawaii.com/This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- バイオリン
- 2026/07/22 (Wed) 18:42
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Thank you for letting me know. So there is a Japanese teacher there. I’d like to get in touch with them.
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Global Entry and TSA
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- ocean side
- 2026/07/22 08:20
If anyone has had a similar experience with Global Entry and TSA, please let me know.
This was my first time using Global Entry to return to Japan. While I was able to use Global Entry without any issues when returning to the U.S., I was unable to use TSA PreCheck.
When I checked at the JAL counter, I was told that the issue might be because the name registered with Global Entry didn’t exactly match the name on my passport.
When I applied for Global Entry, I couldn’t apply using my Japanese passport name, so I applied using the name I’m registered under in the U.S. As a result, although the name differs from the one on my passport, I entered my Japanese name in the “Other names ( Other names )” field, and my application was approved based on that information.
If anyone has had a similar experience or knows how to handle this situation, I would really appreciate your advice.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
I can no longer view my Yahoo Japan email on my iPhone.
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- YAHOO
- 2026/07/16 14:22
Whenever I try to check my email, a screen pops up asking me to enter my IMAP account password, and even when I enter the new password I just changed, it seems to be incorrect and I can't access my account. Just to be sure, I tried entering the old password, but that didn't work either. Could you please let me know if there's a solution or a company that handles this kind of issue? ?
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- こーの字
- 2026/07/16 (Thu) 15:23
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Can't you resolve this by resetting your login method here? ?
https://login.yahoo.co.jp/ar/topThis text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- YAHOO
- 2026/07/16 (Thu) 16:16
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I can log in through the Yahoo website and check my email there, but it doesn't seem to sync with the Mail app on my iPhone ?—the one that comes pre-installed on the iPhone. I'm thinking ? that there might be some restrictions because I live overseas.
I’m busy today, so I’m thinking of stopping by the Apple Store tomorrow, but since it’s a Japanese Yahoo Mail account, I’m worried they might not be able to resolve the issue.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- こーの字
- 2026/07/17 (Fri) 08:51
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So that’s the situation, then.
It seems that Yahoo Mail does indeed have restrictions on access from overseas enabled by default.
https://whatsnewmail.yahoo.co.jp/yahoo/20250805a.html
Disabling the access restrictions for overseas users might make it possible.
https://support.yahoo-net.jp/PccMail/s/article/H000007323
I hope it works out.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- YAHOO
- 2026/07/17 (Fri) 16:47
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As Ko-ji-san mentioned, I tried disabling access from overseas yesterday, but it didn't work.
Today, I received helpful advice at the Apple Store, and we tried all sorts of solutions, but we couldn’t resolve the issue. For now, they set up a bookmark for Yahoo! Japan Mail, and I’ve been opening it from there. Although I’ve saved my password and other information on my smartphone, I have to go through text verification every time I open it, which is a hassle.
The Apple representative told me to try opening it again from the iPhone Mail app after a while—they said there’s a chance it might start working for some reason, but they couldn’t say for sure. They mentioned that this kind of thing happens from time to time.
I imagine there are many people living overseas who use the Yahoo! Japan Mail service—has anyone else been affected by this?This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
I'm looking for a place to transfer to.
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- a..
- 2026/07/12 00:32
I am currently in Hawaii on an E2 visa.
I work as a kitchen manager.
I am looking for a new assignment.
If you have any information or know of any companies that are hiring, please let me know.
Thank you in advance.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
Tell me about it.
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- M
- 2026/07/08 17:06
Is Yakitori Ando currently open?
I’m worried because there haven’t been any updates on their Instagram, and I can’t get through when I call.
I know I could just go there in person, but it’s far from my house, so
if anyone knows, please let me know.
Thank you in advance.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- はしお
- 2026/07/10 (Fri) 15:55
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I think you should try calling after 6:00 p.m.
It seems they're open every day except Wednesday. 808-739-5702This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- M
- 2026/07/10 (Fri) 20:11
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Thank you for letting me know.
I was able to get through on the phone. It was a very busy
restaurant where it’s hard to get a reservation.
Thank you very much.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
Regarding Being Forced to Feed a Cat
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- Nayami
- 2026/07/06 10:25
There are a lot of cats in a certain part of Waikiki.
For several years now, taking a walk around there has been part of my daily routine,
and I walked there every day, when I happened to meet a woman of Brazilian descent
who was feeding the cats.
I like animals, but I was somewhat skeptical
about feeding stray cats, before long, I ended up helping to trap the cats,
which I did because I wanted to help, but
I started getting asked to feed them on days when she was working late or traveling,
I’ve turned them down many times, saying I couldn’t do it long-term,
but they pleaded with me, saying the cats were pitiful, and also because that person
is good at manipulating people to do as they please by coming up with all sorts of excuses,
so before I knew it, I’m now being made to feed the cats quite frequently every week.
Because of this, I can’t go anywhere, and I have to deal with the guilt and
inner conflict over feeding the cat, plus the cost of food is quite high, so
it feels like it’s going to wear me down both mentally and physically.
On top of that, this person has announced they’re moving to Hawaii Kai soon,
and even though they initially said they’d come from Hawaii Kai to Waikiki to feed the cats,
now they’re trying to push the entire responsibility onto me,
which is causing me a lot of trouble. It would be easy for me to just quit, but since there are cats that are always
waiting for me and some that are used to people, I just can’t bring myself to make that decision.
I thought about consulting an animal welfare group again, so I contacted a few, but I haven’t received any replies at all,
and I’m really at a loss.
I’d really appreciate it if anyone could give me some advice.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- 動物大好き
- 2026/07/08 (Wed) 10:41
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Nayami,
you’ve run into someone who’s incredibly irresponsible.
If you can’t take responsibility until the very end, you shouldn’t have started in the first place, but first of all, feeding stray cats in public places without permission is illegal.
You could be fined, so you should stop doing that.
Feeding cats that haven’t been spayed or neutered contributes to the stray cat population, which is likely why that law was enacted.
A while back, a cat-loving neighbor of mine started feeding them, but it led to a vicious cycle where kittens kept having kittens, and the stray cat population exploded. After receiving complaints from other neighbors, they had a hard time catching them all and eventually took them to the Humane Society.
So, I think it’s fine to just say, “I’m sorry, but I don’t want to break the law,” to that irresponsible friend.
I think the cats will eventually move to areas where animal welfare organizations have obtained permits to feed them.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
I've had some close calls at crosswalks.
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- rak
- 2026/06/20 16:05
I often get around on foot, and I really do find crossing the street dangerous and unpleasant. Mainly, cars turning right from the opposite direction don’t stop even when there are pedestrians crossing. Of course, I cross carefully, expecting them not to stop, but since I have to make it across before the light changes, there are times when I can’t take my time crossing. I keep an eye on the drivers, and while some make a “sorry” gesture, I can’t forgive them at all. They’re usually women. If pedestrians had dashcams like drivers do, even if we didn’t get into an accident, could we submit the footage to the police if we were put in a dangerous situation, and would they issue a ticket for the violation? ? I think there needs to be stricter enforcement against careless drivers. Or I’d like to see the rule changed so that right turns aren’t allowed on red lights.
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- DOWNTOWN
- 2026/06/28 (Sun) 16:29
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P.S. — Since traffic violations are caught in the act, even if you report the video to the HPD, they’ll just say, “Please be careful,”
and won’t issue a ticket.
They will keep a record of it, though. Unless they witness the incident firsthand, they won’t issue a ticket.
If they were to issue a ticket for every single instance, they’d end up issuing tickets to
every single driver.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- rak
- 2026/06/28 (Sun) 23:06
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Thank you for sharing your experience and letting me know that tickets are only issued for drivers caught in the act.
What’s more, this recent incident happened while I was walking with my child in a stroller—I thought we’d be pretty noticeable, but the driver seemed to completely ignore us, which really made me angry. If it had been drizzling, I might have felt so miserable that I would have burst into tears.
A little while ago, I also witnessed a car accident right in front of me at an intersection where two cars collided. If I’d been walking a little further ahead and waiting at the traffic light, I might have been caught up in it, so I’ve been staying extra vigilant when waiting at traffic lights lately.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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The other day, while driving down Kapahulu Avenue, I saw someone crossing the crosswalk while filming the traffic ? on the street ? with their smartphone. Every single car, both to the right and left, had come to a complete stop. After seeing your post, I wondered if this person might have had a similar experience ?, but how about trying to cross the crosswalk this way? ?
Even when I’m driving, I feel like traffic has been moving faster lately. I think pedestrians must have a lot of scary experiences. Our street faces a major road, and since there are quite a few traffic accidents, to be honest, I’m afraid to let my son walk there alone.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- Copilot
- 2026/07/03 (Fri) 15:50
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#5 Mr. M
> Why don’t you try crossing the crosswalk this way? ?
The City of Honolulu has a law commonly known as the “No Smartphone While Walking Law ( Distracted Walking Law / Ordinance Section 15-24.23 ),”
which prohibits “viewing ( Viewing ) ” the screen of electronic devices such as smartphones while crossing crosswalks or roads.
We’ve summarized the key points you should know.
[Prohibited Activities ・ and Devices]
◆Prohibited actions: Sending text messages, checking social media, browsing the web, and watching videos on your smartphone are, of course, prohibited—even “simply checking the time on the screen” is not allowed.
◆Covered devices: Smartphones, tablets, laptops, digital cameras, handheld game consoles, etc.
◆The Only Exception: This is permitted only when calling 911 ( for an emergency ).
🚨Hands-free calls or listening to music ?
"looking at the screen" is what is regulated; therefore, making a call without looking at your smartphone screen or
listening to music while crossing the street—( setting safety concerns aside—) does not constitute a violation of this law.
💡 Crossing the street while filming a video—if you’re looking at the screen—is a violation and subject to a fine.
I know of people who paid fines for this before the pandemic, but enforcement of this violation has now become more lenient.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- Copilot
- 2026/07/03 (Fri) 16:55
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I forgot to mention one more important point.
In the event of a traffic accident on a crosswalk, if you were filming the incident, the pedestrian would also be considered to have committed a violation, which would put them at a disadvantage.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
Child's Name (Japanese citizenship, U.S. citizenship)
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- Niina
- 2026/06/16 17:53
For those of you whose husbands are American and whose children were born in the U.S., what have you done about your children’s names? ?
In Japan,
Yamada\ (my Japanese last name ) Hanako
In the U.S.,
Ray Hanako Smith\ (my husband’s last name )
—but
have you ever encountered any problems when booking plane tickets or dealing with paperwork? ?
I’d appreciate your advice.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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- 2026/06/17 (Wed) 16:28
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Since you can’t use kanji with your husband’s last name, you’re planning to use the same last name as your Japanese mother, right?
I think it’ll be fine because they’ll add your husband’s last name in parentheses on your Japanese passport, but the names won’t match, will they?
If I use that example name for my child’s Japanese name, I believe it will be registered in the family register as Yamada Hanako Rei. We’ll list it as Hanako Rei on official documents, but if we end up living in Japan, we’ll let people call her either Hanako or Rei—whichever they prefer.
The passport is written entirely in Roman letters as Yamda(Smith) Lei Hanako.
I’m curious how others in international marriages have handled this, but I think the best thing to do is consult with the Japanese consulate.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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In our case, for some reason, my name on my Japanese family register has ended up as a combined name with my husband’s, so so our children’s passports list
Japan
Smith Yamada Hanako Rei
USA
Smith Hanako Rei
USA —they don’t include our Japanese family name. We’ve traveled back and forth between Hawaii and Japan many times, and we’ve never had any problems. The only issue is that the names are so long they sometimes don’t fit on the airline tickets.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
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