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Los Angeles Formerly a restaurant(1kview/7res)
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Should I report this to the police? ?(2kview/10res)
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Vivinavi Hawaii
Tell me about it.(784view/2res)
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Murmur Plus(989kview/4399res)
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Vivinavi Hawaii
Regarding Being Forced to Feed a Cat(760view/1res)
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Vivinavi Dallas
I'm moving from California to the Dallas area !(80view/0res)
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Vivinavi Hawaii
I've had some close calls at crosswalks.(1kview/6res)
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Vivinavi Los Angeles
Los Angeles Formerly a restaurant

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#1
  • 一心太助
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  • 2026/06/09 01:51

I think the ramen shop in Pacific Square was "Daisuke".
The portions were American size and I was full.
I remember there was also an udon shop somewhere with the same name.

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#3
  • ノスタルジア
  • 2026/06/09 (Tue) 18:58
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I know the udon shop "Daisuke" was located in the triangle of Normandie and RB blvd. Where Walgreens is now located.

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#4
  • 中村主水
  • 2026/06/10 (Wed) 08:54
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I don't want to know where they were open, I want to know
when they were open.

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  • 2026/07/17 (Fri) 11:03
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Takebon
The udon shop opened in 1975, and the ramen shop opened about five years later. I remember it closed after about five years, so it must have been around 1985, right? ?

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#6
  • ロングトーン
  • 2026/07/17 (Fri) 11:07
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DAISUKE is not Daisuke, but Daisuke.
There are still a few of them in Uwajima City, Ehime Prefecture.

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#8

Everyone, have you ever heard of a restaurant called “Kyushu Ramen”?

I think only people who lived here in the Valley\ (San Fernando Valley), but back then, the only Japanese restaurant in the Valley was “Benihana,” famous for its teppanyaki. That restaurant catered primarily to long-time American residents, mostly white people.

I was initially sent to this Valley as an expatriate employee of a Japanese company, and but the Japanese restaurants back then were filled almost exclusively with white and Latino customers. The menus focused on tempura ・, teriyaki ・, and sushi, and to me, the taste was so bad I’d think, “What is this?”—it was simply inedible.

So whenever I wanted to eat authentic Japanese food, I had to drive down the freeway all the way to Little Tokyo downtown.

A few years later, “Kyushu Ramen,” the first ramen shop in the Valley run by Japanese people, opened. Well, the taste wasn’t quite what I’d expected, but since there were no other ramen shops that “really” served ramen, I went there about once a week.

Also around that time, there was a Japanese celebrity’s U.S. office (—just a single-family home )—in this valley, and it seems that celebrities who were frequently seen on Japanese TV at the time would often come by. Then, one time while I was slurping ramen at the aforementioned “Kyushu Ramen,” Namie Amuro—who was popular at the time—walked in with her local agent and sat down at the table next to mine, with her back to me. Well, I’m not a fan of hers or anything; I just wanted to mention that it happened.

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Vivinavi Hawaii
I can no longer view my Yahoo Japan email on my iPhone.

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#1
  • YAHOO
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  • 2026/07/16 17:22

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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#2
  • こーの字
  • 2026/07/16 (Thu) 18:23
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Can't you resolve this by resetting your login method here? ?
https://login.yahoo.co.jp/ar/top

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#3
  • YAHOO
  • 2026/07/16 (Thu) 19:16
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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.

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#4
  • こーの字
  • 2026/07/17 (Fri) 11:51
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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.

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#5
  • YAHOO
  • 2026/07/17 (Fri) 19:47
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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?

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Vivinavi Los Angeles
Should I report this to the police? ?

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  • Yelle
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  • 2026/07/10 17:03

I’m embarrassed to say I fell for what seemed to be a Zelle wire transfer scam and was defrauded out of $420.
I reported it to my bank right away and opened a new account.
In cases like this, should I report it to the police as well? ?
Or would that just be a waste of time? ?

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  • Yelle
  • 2026/07/12 (Sun) 19:09
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To #6
Thank you so much for your kind words.
At a time when everyone seems like a scammer, I really appreciate it.

To #4
Thank you for your valuable advice.
Thinking that might be the case, I did a search and found a website called the Internet Crime Complaint Center, run by the FBI, so I’ll file a report there.

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#8
  • もしかして
  • 2026/07/12 (Sun) 20:04
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I think it's a good idea to go to the local police station in the city where the incident occurred.
Why not file a report with both? If it gets forwarded to the FBI, that's fine too.

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#9
  • scammers
  • 2026/07/13 (Mon) 03:53
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I’ve been bored lately, so I’ve been answering calls from strangers on my cell phone, but there are so many scams.

Someone claiming to be from Citi Bank asked if I had authorized some suspicious account activity. I checked my credit card statement on my computer and saw nothing unusual, so I hung up.

I received a call from US Bank $ asking if I’d bought a firearm for 9,000, and I told them to “go to hell.” When I looked up the phone number, it was listed as US Bank, but it was also listed as a number used by scammers. There was even a fake US Bank website linked to this scam number.

I also got a call from Bank of America about suspicious activity, but I happened to have my son take the call, and he yelled, “What do you want? Get to the point—what do you want?”

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#10
  • Yelle
  • 2026/07/16 (Thu) 14:48
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Here’s a follow-up.
Immediately after realizing I’d been scammed, I called CITIBANK to explain the situation, and the $420 that had been fraudulently taken via Zelle was placed under dispute.
After that, I opened a new account, and since my new ATM/debit card arrived today, I activated it right away. When I checked my account activity online, I saw that the $420 had been refunded. ! I was a little moved. I’m really impressed by CITIBANK’s prompt response.
To everyone who offered advice and encouragement, thank you so much.

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#11

> I’ve been bored lately, so I’ve been answering calls from strangers on my cell phone, but there are so many scams.

If a call comes from a number I don’t recognize, I “absolutely” never answer it.

Friends I already know ・ acquaintances, or financial institutions ・ or business contacts—are already saved in my phone. When they call, their specific names appear on the screen, so if a call comes in without that name displayed, I absolutely never press the answer button.

If the display shows only a phone number, I completely ignore it and leave it alone until the ring stops.

Since scammers make calls automatically using computers, it seems that if there’s no answer after a few attempts, the system automatically deletes the number.

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Vivinavi Hawaii
I'm looking for a place to transfer to.

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#1
  • a..
  • mail
  • 2026/07/12 03:32

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.

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Vivinavi Chicago
Has anyone here attended a naturalization oath ceremony? ? What was it like? ?

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  • American2026
  • mail
  • 2026/07/11 16:09

I'll be joining soon. I received a notification. I'm a little nervous. I have an accent and my English isn't very good.

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#2
  • American2026
  • 2026/07/11 (Sat) 16:22
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I'll be joining shortly. I received a notification.

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Tell me about it.

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#1
  • M
  • mail
  • 2026/07/08 20:06

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.

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#2
  • はしお
  • 2026/07/10 (Fri) 18:55
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I think you should try calling after 6:00 p.m.
It seems they're open every day except Wednesday. 808-739-5702

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#3
  • M
  • 2026/07/10 (Fri) 23:11
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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.

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Vivinavi Los Angeles
Murmur Plus

Free talk
#1
  • mail
  • 2022/11/15 20:08

Gone again ?

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#4391
  • Almond
  • 2026/06/14 (Sun) 07:19
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You can watch the FIFA World Cup on terrestrial TV.
Telemundo Channel 52-1
Today’s match between Japan and the Netherlands kicks off at 1:00 p.m.

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#4393
  • Almond
  • 2026/06/14 (Sun) 12:34
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I turned on the TV for the first time in years, and FOX is actually broadcasting a live soccer game.

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#4396
  • Almond
  • 2026/06/29 (Mon) 12:55
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Looking back at the World Cup, Japan ended up with just one win in four matches.
There were some who called this the strongest team ever, so expectations were high, but the fact that they didn’t even make it to the Round of 16 means they weren’t really that strong after all.
In my opinion, the fact that all the “genius-type” players were sidelined played a major role.
Specifically, I’m thinking of Mitoma, Kubo, and Minamino.
If they’d had even one player with that kind of genius or charisma, the outcome might have been different.

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#4398
  • したらば
  • 2026/06/30 (Tue) 19:54
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I felt that the Japanese team had really grown this time.

In the game, Brazil was excellent at moving the ball around.
Japan ran out of attacking ideas and found themselves at a dead end...
Soccer that can break through that ・
But 4, 8 years from now, I’m looking forward to Japan’s future ! !

Thank you ! ! Japan National Team ! !

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#4400

Maybe it’s because she has a disability or something? ? A friend of mine was told she couldn’t bring her stroller in, so she had to go all the way back to the parking lot. She said the kids were either carried or had to walk, which left them completely exhausted—it was the worst day ever. When someone else pointed out that the sign said “No strollers,” she got really upset and said, “Everyone else is bringing theirs—why am I the only one who wasn’t allowed?”

If there’s a sign, there must be a reason, right?

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Vivinavi Hawaii
Regarding Being Forced to Feed a Cat

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  • Nayami
  • mail
  • 2026/07/06 13:25

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.

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#2
  • 動物大好き
  • 2026/07/08 (Wed) 13:41
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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.

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I'm moving from California to the Dallas area !

Free talk
#1
  • ジュリアン
  • mail
  • 2026/07/07 22:22

Nice to meet you. My name is Julian, and I’m a music teacher who started this school year in the Dallas area.

This is my first time in Texas, so I’m looking for people to exchange information with and have fun conversations. I play in a wind ensemble. !

If you’re interested, let’s get to know each other. I look forward to hearing from you. !

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I've had some close calls at crosswalks.

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  • rak
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  • 2026/06/20 19:05

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) 19:29
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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.

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#4
  • rak
  • 2026/06/29 (Mon) 02:06
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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.

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#5

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.

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#6
  • Copilot
  • 2026/07/03 (Fri) 18:50
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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.

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#7
  • Copilot
  • 2026/07/03 (Fri) 19:55
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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.

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