Vivinavi : Hawaii : (United States) Hawaii

• 待ち人
• 2026/04/14 (Tue) 18:17
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Punahou … Cherry blossoms didn't bloom. I heard that the ratio was a little lower than last year, but … I am so disappointed and feel so weak. It's a long 4 years until the next exam ….

• Makiki
• 2026/04/15 (Wed) 14:18
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My second son, Punahou Kinder, didn't make it either ！
I was so shocked because my oldest son is now in 2nd grade at Punahou and I thought he would make it. I realized that I really lost my connection. My niece, whose parents are Punahou alumni, also didn't make it. ！
By the way, my second son and niece both had tutors and did their best, but I guess it means that more children can get in. Now I'm going to start again for the 4th grade entrance exam.

• ミッキーマウス
• 2026/04/17 (Fri) 13:42
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We were an alternate for Punahou and passed Iolani. Well, even if you look at the ratio, one out of three or four Iolani students will be accepted. Does it seem very unlikely that Punahou Kinder's alternates will turn up? With Iolani in the news because of the incident, the number of applicants in the 300's, the 4th graders being recruited, etc., etc., if both were accepted, I would choose Punahou.

• jeight
• 2026/04/17 (Fri) 21:44
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Unfortunately, I was a Punahou alternate.
Iolani was accepted but declined.

Is there any chance that Punahou alternates will be moved up?
From what I have heard in the past, only 2.3 will get in ....

• ミッキーマウス
• 2026/04/17 (Fri) 22:27
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#141 jeight
Same here ！ We are also declining Iolani.
I heard that they are preliminarily accepting more than 100 students this year because last year there were more than 20 students who withdrew from Iolani.

Punahou had about 3 students last year.
It seems that alternates can retake 1,2,3 grade, but when I asked Admissions, it seems that there are quite often zero vacancies, and I wonder if anyone quits Punahou except for transfers or something.
I want to wait until the last minute to pray.

• 子育て終了ママ
• Today 13:37
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I think that praising a child's language and giving treats are two completely different things.
While praising the child when he uses correct language, if he asks for a snack when he shouldn't, the mother should gently explain why it's not a good time. Since your mother-in-law is also a kind person, I am sure that she will understand the basic things that are important in your family if you discuss them with her. In my case, my own mother is a person who tends to get emotional when her opinion is not taken, but my American mother-in-law was very kind. Sometimes she gave me advice, but she was not pushy. Whenever she disagreed with my ideas, I would explain my own ideas softly, and she would think about it, so there was almost never an awkward moment. We eventually got along so well that we could talk about harsh things and laugh at each other, so I think it's better not to get frustrated in the beginning. Good luck.

• ふむ
• 2026/04/16 (Thu) 13:33
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Another condo, "we don't renew because of the high number of insurance applications for the building", and I never applied for one, but they refused to renew.
In the end, the condo management company （ in my case, Hawaiiana ） referred me to the insurance company they use and I switched. The premiums were higher, but the communication was smooth.

• 保険
• 2026/04/16 (Thu) 14:05
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The Ritz and Anaha are much more difficult to insure than other condos because there are quite a few insurance applications after construction due to water leaks and drains.
We are owners of Anaha, and we regret buying it because of all the problems with leaks and drains.
Similarly, Koura has been on the market for quite a while because of many problems such as cracks in the walls, drains, leaks, sewage odor, flies, etc. right after construction.
You should look at this property with caution when purchasing.

• 戌年
• 2026/04/16 (Thu) 18:49
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Dear Hmu and Insurance, Thank you for sharing your respective experiences. I have heard that insurance companies are having a hard time in Hawaii because of the many insurance applications being filed for typhoon damage, etc. The water leak damage at the Ritz is really bad. The real estate agent who recommended us to purchase the property is deeply sorry and is now looking for an insurance company. We are considering selling, but under the circumstances we would have to lower the price considerably to sell.

• ありんこ
• 2026/04/18 (Sat) 00:07
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Are your car insurance company and your home insurance company not in a set ？ set, because they are less expensive

I got connected from my car insurance company to the home insurance department and decided to do so. Why don't you ask if there is an insurance company that you can get ？ into?

• 保険屋
• 2026/04/18 (Sat) 17:33
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A friend of mine is in the insurance business. We were just talking about how it has been particularly noticeable lately that insurers are stopping providing insurance for entire condos. One of the reasons for this is that many of the newer condos seem to be using inexpensive, easy-to-use, non-metallic, plastic-like ？ bendable pipes, and these pipes are causing a lot of leaks, even in newer condos. It is quite common for condos with this type of pipe or entire buildings that have aged （ badly ） although I don't think the Ritz is on this list, to be considered accidental and withdrawn from providing insurance. The condo is on this blacklist, but you can ask your insurance broker to find out if the Ritz is. I do not know if it is possible for real estate agents to find out, but if you are planning to buy another place in the future, it may be safer to buy one that is older than the one currently under construction, in the sense that you can check the blacklist in advance. By the way, I was told that it is almost impossible to purchase insurance through several insurance companies that my acquaintance deals with for condos that have been blacklisted.

• みけねこ
• 2026/04/14 (Tue) 13:31
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I was probably in the care of the same person for a long time.
I heard of his retirement just as I was thinking ！ that I had finally found someone I could trust as well.
Her instagram also disappeared and I am wondering if there were some sudden circumstances.
If you are still in Hawaii I would like to know too.
（ sorry for the non-answer ）

• アンマスク
• mail
• 2026/04/14 (Tue) 17:20
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#2 Mikecat
I visited many hair salons in Hawaii
and finally found the right stylist,
so now I can't look any further.
Please let me know if you have any information about this stylist that you liked
.
Thank you!

• デポジット
• 2026/04/12 (Sun) 10:24
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Hello.
That is a very troubling situation.
I am an owner renting out a house in Hawaii.
Normally, you are obligated to refund the deposit within 14 days of the end of the contract.
It depends on what the rental agreement says.
If you don't have any contact information other than LINE, you were renting through an acquaintance
？
In the meantime, you should prepare the contract, proof of payment and messages you have exchanged
.
I think it would be a good idea if you prepare the proof of the contract, proof of the payments you have made and the messages you have exchanged .

You may also consult with the following places.
Hawaii Department of Commerce and
Consumer Affairs
General Consumer Affairs （ You can file a complaint online ）

Regulated Industries Complaints Office
Realtors ・ Licensed Contractor Trouble

• 安住
• 2026/04/11 (Sat) 15:12
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If you are in the baby clothes section of Macy's, you can always find baby clothes at 40% to 60% off.
Unlike Japanese baby clothes, some baby clothes cover all arms and legs and are made to prevent scratching to the face by fingernails, which I think is very useful. In Japan, it is common to put on mittens or socks, so I think similar products are almost impossible to find. If you buy the 6month ones, I think they will last for a while. Also, it is a good idea to look at toys at Target and other places.
You won't get to use them until a little later ….

• Ez
• 2026/04/11 (Sat) 15:44
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ROSS also has baby products.

Waikele also has a baby and children's store.

Clothing, blankets, accessories and toys are appreciated.

• 質問
• 2026/02/26 (Thu) 23:23
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Iolani School disciplines seniors over sexual list targeting female students, staff, sources say
https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/02/26 /iolani-school-disciplines-seniors-over-sexual-list-targeting-female-students-staff-sources-say/
I saw this news article.
If you know specifics, could you please let us know?
I am wondering how such a problem could have occurred at one of the top schools in Hawaii.

• ニュース
• 2026/02/27 (Fri) 10:31
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Iolani, you were in the news.
My child also started at Iolani from Kinder and now attends the middle school.
Various students are coming from the middle school, and some of them have surprising language and attitudes that my child is surprised.
As a result, it is the parents' responsibility, but my child feels that there are students who have no morals in the school.
In fact, the school's popularity seems to be declining, and the ratio of students who enter is decreasing year by year.
My child's friendships have continued from Kinder, so she is not thinking about changing schools, but I am concerned.
Especially since the school has students with such poor morals that they are in the news. As a parent, I am worried.
I work at a tutoring center
The "serious Iolani" students are changing in quality these days. I have the impression that Punahou has a stricter school discipline and the students are more solid.
If Iolani banned all devices such as cell phones, Apple watches, tablets, etc. in the school, students would be able to communicate with each other, play physically, and
grow up healthy both mentally and physically. This is a very unfortunate incident.

• 質問
• 2026/03/02 (Mon) 23:01
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Dear Mr. News
Thank you for your prompt reply.
I understand that there are various types of students depending on the grade level from which they entered the school, such as from kinder, middle, and so on. I think it is common all over the world, including Japan and the U.S., that some students have serious problems even at the top level schools, but I am a little concerned to hear that Iolani's school culture is changing somewhat. What will happen now? Thank you very much for sharing your valuable story with us.

• イオラニとプナホウママ
• 2026/03/24 (Tue) 15:38
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I have a child in second grade at Iolani and first grade at Punahou.
Honestly, Iolani grows up with no real ability for the child to solve their own problems. Counselors, counselors, counselors, every day the kids talk about it.
The counselors are in on everything and the teachers throw everything to the counselors.
At Punahou, emotional management is built from kinder, and even when kids are fighting or struggling with each other, the teachers talk with them about how they can solve the problem by themselves, and how they can think about how they can help each other feel. I, as a parent, also feel that emotional management is being built. I am planning to have my older son take the Punahou 4th exam this fall.
It is nothing but a shame that students at the adult level, who are about to graduate from high school, do not mind childish bullying and slander as they did this time unless they learn more important things at an early age, not just study and follow the rules of the school.
I felt again that it is not a good environment to grow up relying on counselors for the ability to communicate with people, which is so important in life.

Iolani is a good school. Iolani is a good school, but Punahou is a better school in terms of socialization, the ability to think for oneself, and sharing feelings. As a parent of a student, my impression is that Iolani is a school with many challenges other than academics.

• 質問
• 2026/03/25 (Wed) 16:28
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Dear Iolani and Punahou mom
Thank you so much for sharing this very valuable comparative information about your two children enrolled at Iolani and Punahou respectively. I read with great interest.
I assume that when your child took the entrance exam, you as a parent visited the school, researched the school, and carefully considered the compatibility with your child before choosing your child's school. You said that you feel that Iolani is "not good", but were these thoughts not grasped during the school tour prior to enrollment?
Are you saying that you were disappointed in many ways after entering the school, although you did not know this during the school tour and the pre-enrollment information session?
Whether it is a school or a job, I am sure that there are many experiences of students who were disappointed when they actually entered a school that seemed to be good at the information session. I would be very grateful if you could tell us more about Iolani.

• チョコチップ
• 2026/03/19 (Thu) 10:04
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Mint Green Topi

If you are giving birth in the US, it would be US only benefits.
If you are giving birth in Japan, it would be Japan only benefits.

You can't say you gave birth in Japan when you give birth in the US.
You will be asked to show proof of the hospital where you gave birth.

Only a hospital employee who can cheat would be able to do this.

• Mik
• 2026/03/21 (Sat) 12:27
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Don't think of cheating and live with integrity.

• Kappa
• 2026/03/21 (Sat) 23:01
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Were you on health insurance when you became pregnant?
If you gave birth within 6 months of leaving the insurance, you will receive a lump sum. I applied for the lump sum as of 2022, but my friend claimed it from there without going back to Japan temporarily through a relative who was in Japan. For some reason, my friend was refused at first and gave up, but when she applied again around the time of my child's birth, she was approved. By the way, my friend and her husband are not Japanese citizens, but they worked in Japan and moved to another country before the birth of their child.
I believe that you can apply for insurance up to 2 years after the birth of your child. If they had not been insured for more than a year before the birth, I think it would be difficult.

• DT
• 2026/03/19 (Thu) 22:16
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Channel J has been closed down.

It looks like you can sign up online, but there is a company called Isakura.
I think it's a Hong Kong company ？ You don't buy the equipment, you download the
system to your Smart TV.

There is another company, but I wouldn't recommend that one, because last year, I got 12 months of viewing for about ＄ 600
.

There were many companies like Channel J in Hawaii, but
most of them left after 2021.

I used to watch Channel J myself, but when I heard
that they were pulling out, I stopped.