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| 1. | Vivinavi Los Angeles Dementia |
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| 2. | Vivinavi Hawaii A coworker gave me some food that was past its exp... |
240 view | 2 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/09/14 10:39 |
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A very elderly, single Japanese-American male colleague gave me some natto to put on my pasta—the packages had expired one and two years ago. I suspect he had absolutely no idea they were past their e... |
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| 3. | Vivinavi Los Angeles Clogged Kitchen Drain |
363 view | 3 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/09/08 19:34 |
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It seems the kitchen drain is clogged, and the water won’t drain. I’ve tried various things—using a long drain snake, pouring in a special drain-cleaning gel, and flushing hot water, baking soda, and ... |
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| 4. | Vivinavi Los Angeles I got a speeding ticket while traveling. |
773 view | 3 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/08/30 11:21 |
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Nice to meet you. I live in Japan and am currently traveling in the U.S. Yesterday, while driving a rental car from Idaho to Yellowstone, I exceeded the speed limit （ of 65 miles per hour ） by ab... |
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| 5. | Vivinavi Hawaii I can no longer view my Yahoo Japan email on my iP... |
1k view | 4 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/07/17 19:47 |
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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 ac... |
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| 6. | Vivinavi Los Angeles Should I report this to the police? ？ |
4k view | 10 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/07/16 19:24 |
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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... |
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| 7. | Vivinavi Hawaii Tell me about it. |
1k view | 2 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/07/10 23:11 |
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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 ... |
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| 8. | Vivinavi Hawaii Regarding Being Forced to Feed a Cat |
1k view | 1 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/07/08 13:41 |
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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 me... |
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| 9. | Vivinavi Hawaii I've had some close calls at crosswalks. |
2k view | 6 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/07/03 19:55 |
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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 crossin... |
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| 10. | Vivinavi Los Angeles Watching a Game at Dodger Stadium: Parking Issues |
6k view | 4 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/07/01 02:17 |
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I’m planning to go from OC to Dodger Stadium to watch a game, but I heard that even if I park in the $45 lot, it can take about an hour just to get out. So I’m considering either leaving early to park... |
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| 11. | Vivinavi Hawaii Child's Name (Japanese citizenship, U.S. citizensh... |
1k view | 2 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/06/25 16:43 |
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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 <... |
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| 12. | Vivinavi Los Angeles Immigration inspection after receiving a warning |
8k view | 8 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/06/19 09:32 |
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I was doing private tours with Vima and Loco Tavi, and I got a letter from California Public Utilities saying that I had received a warning notice. I think the customer who picked me up took a pi... |
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| 13. | Vivinavi Hawaii global entry |
3k view | 8 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/06/19 05:31 |
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Is it worth paying $120 for global entry ？ I have heard that the tourist lane was faster depending on the date and time. I would love to hear reviews from those who have obtained it 😌. |
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| 14. | Vivinavi Los Angeles Recommended movers |
2k view | 11 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/06/13 18:35 |
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Does anyone have a recommendation for a moving company ？ I'm hoping for a Japanese company and no trouble. |
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| 15. | Vivinavi Los Angeles There was an a**hole in Joshua Tree. |
4k view | 11 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/06/11 10:01 |
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I went to Joshua Tree a few days ago and there was an a*s at the gate. I had a friend with me whose status was a bit questionable and I froze in my car for a moment, but I glanced around the car and w... |
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| 16. | Vivinavi San Diego Why not show off your cat ？? |
235 view | 0 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/06/10 00:03 |
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Let's show off our cats in this topic ！ We have two cats. Their tsundere parts are very cute ～ ！ |
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| 17. | Vivinavi Hawaii How to deal with neighbor's sex noise |
5k view | 9 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/05/21 23:20 |
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I am very annoyed right now. The man next door who moved in about a year ago started making this noise last summer. Because of this, the person who lived on the other side of that man recently mo... |
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| 18. | Vivinavi Orange County Long distance cab to Irvine |
469 view | 0 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/05/19 13:05 |
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I am moving from Silicon Valley to Irvine in late July and am wondering how to transport tropical fish. I can get them to the point where I can pack them and put them in styrofoam, but I can't dr... |
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| 19. | Vivinavi Silicon Valley long-distance cab |
283 view | 0 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/05/18 21:26 |
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I am moving to Irvine in late July and am wondering how to transport tropical fish. I can pack them and put them in styrofoam, but I can't drive. I would like to drive 6 ～ 7 hours to the loc... |
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| 20. | Vivinavi Hawaii Obtaining a Certificate of Divorce |
1k view | 2 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/05/09 23:15 |
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Please let me know if you know of anyone who may be able to help me. 2008 ～ I filed for divorce at the Family Court in Kapolei in 2009, but since the divorce was almost 20 years ag... |
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| 21. | Vivinavi Hawaii What omiyage do you recommend for babies? |
12k view | 3 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/05/07 13:14 |
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My sister's son (my nephew) just had a baby and she asked me to buy something for the baby on my next trip back to Hawaii. When my nephew was born, there were many stores specializing in bab... |
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| 22. | Vivinavi New York Divorce Lawyer in NJ |
2k view | 8 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/05/02 21:49 |
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He says he will not come back to the U.S. after he returns to Japan with the children. My in-laws are cooperating and making all kinds of excuses and I am not getting to see my children anymore. I am ... |
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| 23. | Vivinavi Hawaii About a friend's pet sitter |
1k view | 5 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/04/26 09:37 |
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A friend of mine, who is not a very close friend, has been asking me to dog sit her two small dogs for a few years now. At first I took it lightly, but the dogs are not potty trained an... |
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| 24. | Vivinavi Orange County stain removal |
6k view | 14 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/04/25 23:11 |
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I am in my 50's and I want to get rid of spots on my face but I don't know which procedure is best. If possible, I would like to know if there are any salons you would recommend. T... |
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| 25. | Vivinavi Hawaii Ritz-Carlton Owner's Insurance |
3k view | 8 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/04/23 19:07 |
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I own a unit at the Ritz-Carlton and am having trouble with my existing insurance company telling me that they cannot renew my insurance because the Ritz has too many problems with water leaks, etc. I... |
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| 26. | Vivinavi Hawaii We are having a lot of trouble with mosquitoes thi... |
1k view | 2 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/04/23 13:49 |
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Last year I didn't have that problem, but this year I'm getting bitten several times a day. I don't want to turn on the air conditioner... |
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| 27. | Vivinavi Los Angeles exceeding the speed limit |
1k view | 4 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/04/18 23:03 |
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I have a question about speeding in Los Angeles. I recently got a ticket from the police for going 79 mph on a highway with a speed limit of 65 mph. They said I did not have to go to court, but there ... |
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| 28. | Vivinavi Los Angeles Is it possible to change my name to John or Mary i... |
2k view | 12 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/04/16 19:47 |
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I am now a permanent resident and my legal name in the US is my American husband's surname ＋ an old-fashioned-looking Japanese name given to me when I was born in Japan. When I told my American acquai... |
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| 29. | Vivinavi Washington DC Questions about the Japanese community and living ... |
210 view | 0 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/04/10 15:03 |
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I am currently living in Ohio with my wife and two children and am considering relocating to Winchester, about an hour and a half from DC to VA. We are thinking of relocating with our family, and woul... |
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| 30. | Vivinavi Los Angeles Security/Bodyguard |
2k view | 7 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/03/31 18:08 |
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I am currently employed as a city police officer in a city in California. I am thinking of starting to provide off-duty security/bodyguard services to executives of Japanese companies and ce... |
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| 31. | Vivinavi Los Angeles International Marriage Has anyone removed the alia... |
3k view | 11 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/03/26 21:00 |
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I am wondering if I should remove my alias at the same time as I renew my passport. The reason is that it is inconvenient for me to not be able to check in online or use any kiosks in the airport. I a... |
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| 32. | Vivinavi Hawaii How to receive a lump-sum birth allowance in Japan... |
1k view | 6 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/03/22 02:01 |
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I am due to give birth soon. I was going to ask my husband to apply for the lump-sum birth allowance in Japan on my behalf, but he has been too busy with work and has not been able to return to Japan.... |
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| 33. | Vivinavi Bangkok About Lunch |
263 view | 0 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/03/11 00:09 |
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I will be moving to Bangkok by myself starting this April. I have a question for senior expatriates, how do you have lunch if you work in a factory ？ I think it depends on the company, but w... |
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| 34. | Vivinavi Hawaii Tax returns are bad. |
2k view | 4 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/03/10 16:04 |
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Kenmohororo （ tears ） Can anyone tell me where I can take it now ？ I would like Japanese language support. I only work 1-2 times a week for a few hours, so I make less than $10,000 a ye... |
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| 35. | Vivinavi Los Angeles freeshipping.com |
1k view | 0 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/03/03 11:03 |
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I was unknowingly forced to join this membership and I continue to be billed for the membership fee. I have tried to cancel it many times, but every time I make a reservation or purchase someth... |
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| 36. | Vivinavi Hawaii global entry |
3k view | 6 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/02/16 04:04 |
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Hello Please let me know if you are a green card holder. I tried to apply for Global Entry, but it was rejected because the name on my passport is different from the name on my green card. ？... |
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| 37. | Vivinavi Hawaii The difference in electricity costs between a stov... |
1k view | 4 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/02/13 12:32 |
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For example, I can use the stove oven to bake a turkey for hours on end, but I'm worried about using a large oven to bake a couple of slices of bread ， or a pizza for a few minutes. Whi... |
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| 38. | Vivinavi Los Angeles Psychic psychic |
1k view | 2 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/02/08 16:41 |
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Please be aware that the PSYCHIC who calls out to you in or near Beverly Center that your head is foggy is a scammer. I live on Melrose. There used to be a store on Third Street but no longer. I was t... |
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| 39. | Vivinavi Chiba Solar Power Subsidy Application Process |
2k view | 1 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/02/02 16:33 |
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I'm a new employee and my boss put me in charge of applying for solar grants and I honestly don't know where to start and my head is spinning. If there is anyone out there in the solar industry, ... |
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| 40. | Vivinavi Los Angeles About TAX Returns |
2k view | 2 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/02/02 10:47 |
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I am looking for a place to request a TAX return and am asking about one. I am thinking of hiring a firm called Okihara U.S. Tax Accountant's Office, but there is no address listed on their websi... |
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| 41. | Vivinavi Los Angeles Qualified person to consult on Form 8621 Accountin... |
1k view | 0 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/01/28 13:05 |
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I did not close my investment account when I came to the U.S. and Form 8621 needs to be filed. Please let me know which accounting firm you know that can help me in detail. |
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| 42. | Vivinavi Hawaii Global Entry interview sites |
3k view | 4 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/01/26 18:36 |
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I saw in the Global Entry interview that the location is 300Rogders Blvd. Is it inside the airport ？ ？ or ？ I will park at the airport parking and walk there, please let me know if you know the d... |
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| 43. | Vivinavi Hawaii Mobile Phones in Japan |
5k view | 18 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/01/22 21:46 |
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I go back to Japan once a year when I need my cell phone number for various documents I was allowed to use my parent's number however, I received a text message saying that my parent's ... |
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| 44. | Vivinavi Silicon Valley Day care or preschool |
1k view | 0 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/01/22 21:15 |
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We have a 1 year old and a 3 year old. If anyone knows of a Japanese day care or preschool in the Hayward, Fremont, Union City, or Milpitas area, I would appreciate it if you would contact me. |
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| 45. | Vivinavi Hawaii Internet instability is a problem |
1k view | 3 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/01/18 12:41 |
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I currently live in Manoa. I am on a 400Mbps plan with Spectrum, but my videos are starting to freeze up. a couple of months ago my internet started breaking up and frequently Netflix and an... |
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| 46. | Vivinavi Los Angeles I am in the process of going to court from a traff... |
12k view | 68 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/01/17 19:38 |
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I am in my second year in LA for a research study abroad program. I was caught speeding ＋ no child restraint （ shoulder belt ） in Utah on May 31 and will be appearing in court. I would like ... |
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| 47. | Vivinavi Los Angeles About financial institutions that can be maintaine... |
5k view | 8 res | Problem / Need advice | 2026/01/12 13:16 |
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I plan to return to Japan permanently in the near future after returning my U.S. permanent resident status. I need to leave my financial institution in the U.S. for various reasons, including the rece... |
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| 48. | Vivinavi Los Angeles Obtaining a Social Security Number |
1k view | 1 res | Problem / Need advice | 2025/12/27 12:26 |
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I arrived in Torrance on 12/19 as an expat. I needed a social security number ASAP and was able to get an appointment at the Compton office on 12/26, but it was cancelled due to a sudden office c... |
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| 49. | Vivinavi Hawaii They will take care of the luggage you bring from ... |
2k view | 5 res | Problem / Need advice | 2025/12/25 11:37 |
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I will have a friend who is going to Hawaii between Christmas and New Year's carry my books and other heavy and bulky luggage. However, since my own arrival will be at the beginning of the new ye... |
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| 50. | Vivinavi Hawaii Bank Accounts and Fees |
2k view | 3 res | Problem / Need advice | 2025/12/20 15:53 |
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Sorry if this is basic, but please tell me. Am I correct in understanding that there is basically no fee for transferring money between bank accounts? My main account is with CPB, but I... |
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