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• iv
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• 2025/10/06 (Mon) 16:40
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TDI Used.
My memory is fading, but before the birth, ask your employer to prepare the forms for you to submit. The subsidy is for 4 weeks for a normal delivery and 6 weeks for a cesarean section. The amount of the subsidy is better than nothing, and it is about 70% or 80% of one month's salary, I think ？. I remember that it was after the delivery, not during the pregnancy, but after the delivery.
The maternity leave system varies from company to company, so I think it would be a good idea to discuss things with the company.

• グランマ
• 2025/10/08 (Wed) 12:06
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I have grandchildren now, so this is a long time ago, but I used TDI because my pregnancy was not progressing well and I was unable to work. My husband also used TDI to take care of me. He and his wife both took a leave of absence until they used up their TDI, I retired at the end of my TDI, and my husband returned to his former job. It helped me during my pregnancy, but I had an emergency C-section, so it really helped to have my husband there after the birth.

• Mini
• 2025/10/09 (Thu) 23:57
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I recently used TDI.
I have my employer, nurse and doctor fill out the form as well. The nurse told me that if I didn't work until 38 weeks, I should work until 38 weeks, even if I had to reduce my hours just in case, because there have been cases where I was turned down.
Of course, if you have an emergency delivery before then, you will be paid for 6-8 weeks from then on. After the birth, if there was a problem, it could have been extended further.
The amount depends on your income, but I believe the weekly limit was about $ 800.
I think you had to have been working in Hawaii for a few months before submitting the application, and you had to be working at least 20 hours per week.
If it is a large company with a large number of people, I think they may have their own benefits as well.

Please take care of yourself during your pregnancy.

• ピアニスト
• 2025/09/19 (Fri) 11:18
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Hello. I feel that there are more cars and more aggressive drivers. I am wondering if they are people who have moved here from other states. …

As for the condos, our condo is in the Ala Moana Ward Kakaako area, but we only see them about once a year because both of our neighbors have them as their vacation homes. The higher the floor, the more people use the condo as a vacation home. I heard that the lower floors are often occupied by residents because there are many rooms that are rented and not occupied by the owners. Our condo is still a Japanese vacation home, and there are many rooms that are used by people from the mainland, and many of the residents are elderly. Of course there are people with children, but they are not noisy or dirty. I think it depends on the condo.

• ハワイ
• 2025/09/19 (Fri) 13:49
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By 2035, Honolulu car dealerships will be required to sell 30% EVs.

Currently, The Bus in Honolulu is almost exclusively biodiesel; by 2035, it will be Zero Emission vehicles only
. By 2035, the buses will be Zero Emission vehicles only , which means they will be EVs or PHVs. Biodiesel is not Zero Emission
after all, so it will be replaced in the future when the fleet is updated.

By the way, biodiesel emits almost no exhaust gas. They are retiring old cars as they go.

The Bus currently has maybe 16 EV vehicles （ one of which had an accident and damaged the driver's seat, not including this one ） and
in the future, they will have a total of 78 vehicles. The rest will be PHV vehicles.

Also, to those who say Post is a monorail, it is not a monorail, it is a train.

Topix, you are not driving a gasoline car yourself, are you? If you are driving a gasoline-powered car, and you are forced to post a topic like
this one, it would be a complete disaster.

Also, if possible, please contact the city council member of your district and make a suggestion.
Honolulu City Council members listen to citizens seriously.

I have never spoken to them directly, but I have attended several Town Hall Meetings
of the District Council members in my area, and I am subscribed to their Facebook and Instagram pages.

Please see if you can make a suggestion to the councilman once. They may reply to you.

• 渋滞は毎日
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• 2025/09/19 (Fri) 23:05
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It may not bother you if you live in a small area, but
I live in a very congested area,
I am in traffic morning and night.

For example, if you have parents and 3 children, you need 5 cars.
If you think about it, this traffic jam is unavoidable.
I would love to see fewer cars, but
I don't think it will happen.
I can't imagine my life without a car.

• ハワイ
• 2025/09/27 (Sat) 13:40
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Dear Topix

You only made a suggestion, but there is no
response to what everyone has responded to.

I think you should read what has been replied and respond to it.

We are a car-oriented society, and it would be a good thing if we could reduce the number of cars. However,
the reality may be close to impossible.

However, the city of LA, CA has built a subway, light rail, and commuter rail system,
Metro, which seems to be contributing to some reduction in cars.

The construction of rail lines
to the north, south, west, and east, with Downtown LA as the hub, and the deployment of bus routes to connect to these lines, seems to have led to a certain
reduction in the number of cars.

Skyline will open its
second phase to Kalihi Transit Center this October 16. Then, in 2031,
the third phase will be opened up to the Civic Center in Kakaako.

After that, it is still undecided, but they would like to open
to UH Manoa and extend the line to Kapolei Kommon, a shopping
center located beyond Kapolei station.

If the number of users increases, it is possible to extend the line
to UH Manoa.

• つぶあん
• 2025/09/29 (Mon) 01:18
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Sorry for the late reply, everyone.


＃ 2 Momose
Hello.
Thank you very much for your kind and detailed feedback. Your analysis based on numbers and current data was very helpful.

First, let me add some background on my proposal.
My strongest concern is that the deterioration of Hawaii's natural environment will degrade the quality of life for residents and visitors alike, resulting in a decline in tourism. This is not so much a short-term problem, but rather a concern that Hawaii will lose its brand as a "paradise" in the future, with serious economic consequences. The reason for the proposed temporary tax increase is not to proceed with permanent systemic changes all at once, but to first implement them on a trial basis to verify the effects and issues. The idea was to position it as a "pilot program," so to speak, and to move on to a full-fledged policy based on reactions and data after implementation. I think you are right in pointing out that the $60 million increase in revenue is certainly not enough in terms of numbers, and that it is a burnout as a supplement to Skyline's budget. However, my intention is not so much to "secure financial resources" as to encourage a gradual shift to public transportation by making people feel the cost of car ownership and use. Ultimately, I would like to achieve a shift away from a car-dependent society, but as you point out, I also understand that we need to first increase the convenience of public transportation first. We have keenly realized that the point that the order should not be reversed is exactly right. Also, I think you are right in pointing out that there is insufficient data support for the gasoline smell. We are aware that this is based solely on personal feeling and that we are not able to present objective measurements. In the future, I would like to examine the data in this area as well to make the argument more persuasive. After reading the comments I have received, I realize once again that my own proposal could be perceived as emotional and that it lacked viability. Nevertheless, I still feel that the status quo will eventually become irreversible.


#3 Mr. Vans

You are right, the number of Electric cars will definitely increase in the next few years. I am also really concerned about the exhaust emissions, especially from public buses. It sometimes makes me feel suffocated when I am near a bus stop, and I strongly hope that they will be electrified as soon as possible. It is also interesting to hear about the subsidy system in Japan. If such subsidies spread to Hawaii, it will make it easier for many people to switch to electric vehicles. The perspective that the increase in Uber and Lyft has led to an increase in the number of vehicles is also certainly true. While they are necessary for the tourism industry, they have a huge impact on traffic congestion and the environment.

My proposal may seem a bit strong, but I would like to work with you to ensure that Hawaii does not move toward further environmental degradation and more serious traffic congestion.

#5 aloha

I usually only use my bicycle. I only use buses when I travel and use the airport. Sometimes I take a cab.

#Kani2
You have lived in Hawaii for 19 years, you have seen Hawaii change over the years.
As you said, the monorail construction has been on the agenda for a long time as one of the traffic congestion countermeasures. Although the skyline has actually started to move, I feel that there are still many issues to be addressed, such as parking around the station and the expansion of the line. In terms of the increase in the number of people moving from the mainland since the pandemic, I really think that is true. Around me, I often hear that condos that used to have many Japanese-owned villas are now fully occupied by migrants with their families, and the atmosphere has changed dramatically. These changes are partly responsible for the vitality of Hawaii, but at the same time they have a big impact on traffic and the living environment.
That is why I was reminded of the urgent need for measures to reduce the number of cars as much as possible and to improve public transportation.

＃ 10 Pianist
Hello.
You are really right, I feel that more and more people are driving aggressively these days. In the past, there used to be a lot of slow drivers, which is unique to Hawaii, but now I see a lot of accidents, stirring up drivers, pedestrian agitators, and pedestrian obstruction, and the atmosphere has changed a bit. I also wondered … if it was the effect of many aggressive people from the mainland moving to the area. Basically, the local people are gentle in character.

Thank you for the details about the condos. It is true that the atmosphere of the residents and the state of management differs greatly depending on the location and building. I think places with good management, cleaning, and security are comfortable and really great. With the increase in the number of people and cars throughout Hawaii these days, the differences between areas are probably becoming even greater. That is why I feel again that we all need to think about how public transportation and urban development should be done.

＃ 11 Mr. Hawaii
Thank you very kindly for the detailed information about the current situation of TheBus and the plan for zero emission by 2035. It is also helpful to know the difference between rail and monorail, as many people confuse the two.

Regarding your point, I do not own a car and use a bicycle for my daily transportation. I use a bus only when I travel off-island. I use a rental car when playing on the island. Of course, rental cars and public transportation are necessary for the development of Hawaii's economy. The comfort and convenience of tourists is an important foundation for Hawaii's economy. The problem is that there are too many self-owned cars, and the noise from motorcycles and other vehicles should be dealt with. Because I am in a position where I usually suffer from the mental anguish of witnessing the damage of agitation by cars, exhaust gas, dead animals hit and killed, and traffic accidents, I strongly feel the environmental degradation caused by the increase in the number of private cars and exhaust gas, and I wanted to share this issue with you, so I submitted this message.

Thank you also for your advice regarding my proposal to the city council members. I myself feel it is important to not just raise concerns, but to actually take action. I am considering taking my comments directly to the City Council and the relevant agencies in the future.

#12
Traffic jam is every day

Thank you for the information. It is true that in some cases, if there are more family members, they may each need a car.

Just what do you mean by "if you have parents and three children, you need five cars" ？ Do you envision a situation where all the children are already adults and each owns a car for their own living and commuting ？
Of course I understand the need for cars, but I think it is clear that if the number of cars continues to increase, traffic congestion and air pollution will continue to worsen. That is why I feel that we need to strengthen public transportation, car sharing, and other "mechanisms that make it convenient to get around without using a car.

#13Hawaii

Thank you for your remarks regarding the delay in my reply.
You are right, it is not easy to "immediately reduce the number of cars" in the reality of a car-oriented society. However, as in the case of LA, if we can create a situation where people "have other options than cars" by improving public transportation such as railroads and subways, we can certainly reduce the use of cars, right?

As you point out, Skyline is being extended in Hawaii, and if it is connected to UH Manoa and Kapolei in the future, many residents may be able to live without a car.

That is why I feel it is worth considering the mechanism of additional funding ＝ and increased taxation on private cars to further increase the convenience of the railroads and TheBus. It is not in the direction of "taking away" cars, but in the direction of creating an environment where people don't have to have them.

• 100masa
• 2025/06/29 (Sun) 08:48
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A few years ago, I rented a truck by myself and came to Dallas from LA for 4 days and 3 nights, I took the 40, on the way I came from Albuquerque via Roswell, famous for UFOs, the country road to Roswell was more expansive and American than the 40, the last night I stayed near Dallas, because I wanted to get my stuff in in the morning. The last night was near Dallas, because we wanted to arrive in the morning and bring in our luggage.
We were a little nervous because we did not know when there would be gas stations on the country roads on the way, but we had a good time without any problems.

• Pooh
• 2025/07/09 (Wed) 06:49
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I too moved to Allen from Inglewood, LA ！.

• la2tx
• 2025/07/10 (Thu) 17:24
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Thanks for the info.
We have plenty of time to spare, but I'm thinking 3 nights is good, with an emphasis on moving rather than sightseeing, driving 5 to 7 hours a day. We are still working on the route, but I will also have a container of gasoline ready just in case.

• Taku
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• 2025/09/22 (Mon) 20:45
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If you have a driver's license, you can easily get one by simply completing the MSF Course™ (Motorcycle Safety Education ）).
Please message me for further instructions ！.

• Momo
• 2025/09/20 (Sat) 20:41
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There is no such priority.
On the contrary, August birthdays are required to have high standards. At Punahou, this year the questions were the same, but the words used in the questions were changed between the June-December 2019 kids and the January-July 2020 kids.
The school is professional. They look at the differences based on the age of the children.
IQs remain the same, so they are being judged very closely.
As said in another topic, you can't get into Kinder at an ordinary level. That's why the test dates are set by birthday, and there are rumors that if you submit late you get a later test date, but it's birthday based whether you submit early or late.

• imido
• 2025/09/20 (Sat) 21:34
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I got goosebumps that they divide by birthday and match the test content to that level ！ IQ doesn't change with age ！
The more I learn, the more surprised and interested I am.
Thank you for sharing this ‼︎

• プリン
• 2025/09/18 (Thu) 18:00
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St. Luke's Clinic has many doctors and they will all have different reputations.

I didn't get along with the first doctor.

• 佐里
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• 2025/09/19 (Fri) 00:34
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St. Luke's didn't fit me either. Not because it didn't fit, but because I sometimes thought it was a little too haphazard ？ about my symptoms. Since money was being generated, I didn't need to make small talk about anything other than my illness …. I felt that way because I have been to many different hospitals in Japan. I'm sure there are some who fit the bill, but it depends on the individual.
If you live in Hawaii, why don't you find a doctor who can interpret only in English? It is free of charge. You can have the interpreter come in person or you can have the interpreter available in the doctor's office online. The interpreters who come in person are very good.
Also, if you are looking for a PCP who can interpret for you, we recommend that you search within the Hawaii Pacific Health network.

• aki
• 2025/09/19 (Fri) 00:44
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I've been seeing St. Luke's and I've never had anything bad happen to me.
The doctors are kind
I think many of the doctors and staff are Christian
Of course there is no such thing as solicitation.
It's hard to find the right fit because it's different for everyone.
I hope you find one soon.

• 青木
• 2025/09/19 (Fri) 03:36
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When I went to see the doctor for my health condition, the doctor started talking about God in the middle of the medical interview ・ ・ ・ It was difficult for me, a non-Christian, to understand. Incidentally, when I consulted him about my weight gain due to thyroid dysfunction, he said, "You don't have to eat three meals a day, you don't have to eat at a certain time, you just eat when you are hungry and your body needs food, God created us that way. I think, but I don't think I had a chance to meet him.

• ハワイ
• 2025/09/19 (Fri) 13:53
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If you don't speak Japanese, I would recommend Strub Hospital.

I use Strub Hospital as my PCP.

If you are looking for someone who speaks Japanese, I don't know.
I know there used to be a Japanese-speaking doctor at Strub Hospital
but now, I don't think he is there.

• にゃんこズ
• 2025/09/13 (Sat) 17:05
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This may sound funny, but I always check the car behind me and if I stop and I think the car behind me is going too fast, I pump the brakes. And I always keep a good distance from the car in front of me. I would be so angry if I was rear-ended. And it scares me.

• つぶあん
• 2025/09/17 (Wed) 00:01
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I have lived in Hawaii for 10 years. I have been thinking exactly the same thing lately. In all the decades I have lived in Japan, I have never seen a car accident, but in Hawaii I see them several times a year. This year there were two. One of them was a hit-and-run accident in which the driver who rear-ended the car ran out of control like a drunk driver and hit the car several times with great force. I think Hawaii's driving etiquette is getting worse every year.
And I think the number of private cars in Hawaii has increased so much in the last few years that it has become a big problem. As a resident myself, I used to think it wasn't so bad, but nowadays when I go outside, I often smell gasoline in the air and I hesitate to go out. Although this is Hawaii, the environment that should be a paradise, a world-class paradise, is being damaged. If this continues, not only will the quality of life for the residents suffer, but it will also keep tourists away. Tourists do not visit Hawaii to breathe dirty air or to be trapped in traffic jams. I strongly believe that unless decisive action is taken, Hawaii will face serious environmental and economic decline.

• iv
• 2025/09/17 (Wed) 17:44
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I was once rear-ended by a police car while waiting at a stoplight. It was minor, but I was surprised that such a thing could happen.

• KAN
• 2025/09/17 (Wed) 19:26
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＃ Thanks for the info, 10nyankoz. I've started pumping as much as kudos to you too.
#11 Tsubuan, thanks for the information. I drove for more than 10 years in Japan and never had an accident. I think most of the locals here would run away even if hit. I think the problem is that they have very low morals. After I was hit, the other driver ran away.

#12IV, that is a valuable experience. I was at an intersection last year where an ambulance and a civilian car were rear-ending each other ．

• カニ2
• 2025/09/19 (Fri) 02:46
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My husband is an ex-police. He says
① the issuance of licenses is too easy and many people have poor driving skills. I doubt they have a few hours of voluntary skill practice
② Hawaii is crawling with criminals. They can't go to jail so they are released immediately. People with 100 arrests are walking around.
③ There are a lot of immigrants here and they don't speak the language, which is another reason why employment is not stable
④ Hawaii is multicultural with many immigrants. This is not Japan. There is no courtesy here. Expectations will only lead to disappointment.
⑤ You are the only one who can protect yourself. ⑥ This is not Japan, don't expect too much
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• ひょろガリ(病気持ち癌)
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• 2025/08/10 (Sun) 00:51
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I've been living in an old condo along Ala Wai for 10 years and I've never been in any danger, even at night ….
I think it's not popular or quiet, but it's nothing compared to Japan.
I would say it's just a matter of being on the lookout for danger, or at least being lightly vigilant.
In fact, there are as many Japanese as ogres living around here, but I haven't heard of any incidents.
Everyone is exaggerating, exaggerating, exaggerating. lol
Don't act like you know anything. lol

Please live your life in Hawaii with peace of mind.

• Amazonite
• 2025/08/10 (Sun) 23:53
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#22 Hirogari

Maybe because you are a man.
Most of the victims are women. I can only recall a Japanese man wearing a Rolex watch who was the victim of a theft
on Kuhio Street.
I once had three young local women have their handbags stolen
from one local man on Ala Wai street, I guess they thought they were safe because there were only three of them.
I thought it was better for women not to walk around with others.
Even private lockers in Waikiki condos that are locked with security
are frequently broken into.
Hawaii has fewer incidents than other states, but I never felt safe and secure.
Tourists should be very careful.

• Lotus01
• 2025/08/11 (Mon) 13:53
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Walking home late at night is dangerous anywhere in Hawaii. As a matter of probability, the Ala Wai area is high. But even around Ala Moana, where the probability is low, the probability is high in some places. And as for location, just like airplanes and car accidents, the more you ride, the higher the probability, and the more you walk around late at night, the higher the probability of encountering a bad guy. I think you can increase the odds of preventing it, though, by being a man, not wearing expensive things, etc.

• aikane
• 2025/08/19 (Tue) 01:26
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I would recommend the Ala Moana area or Don Quijote area, as the streets along Ala Wai and from Kuhio to Kapahulu are not safe.

• 現
• 2025/09/19 (Fri) 00:27
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Ala Wai street is dangerous. Rent is cheap though. Don't go there.