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Remittance from Japan to Hawaii

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#1
  • ワイズ
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  • 2024/12/07 15:51

I used to use wise, but when I looked at it after a long time, I found that it charges a remittance fee.
I remember it didn't charge me before …

What do you use now ?
Please let me know if you have any recommendations.

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#2
  • 趣味人808
  • 2024/12/08 (Sun) 09:52
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There was a fee before Wise.
I don't think it is possible for international money transfers to be free of remittance fees.
When I was put on hold due to a mistake in operation when I temporarily returned to Japan, customer service helped me out with their quick response.
So far, I think Wise is the fastest and cheapest.

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#3
  • waikiki
  • 2024/12/08 (Sun) 11:32
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If you want to send money from Japan to Hawaii, Wise is a good choice.

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#4
  • ワイズ
  • 2024/12/09 (Mon) 10:59
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I had completely forgotten that there was a remittance fee.
Thank you very much.

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ASAP ! Please tell me where I can change the battery in my watch.

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  • マキキ
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  • 2024/12/06 11:29

If you know of a place in Honolulu, preferably near Ala Moana or Downtown, where I can get my watch battery changed, please let me know. The battery in my watch that I use for work has run out and I need to get it replaced ASAP, but the watch shop on Pensacola St. that I usually go to is on vacation until 12/14, so I am in a bind. It is a simple watch with water resistance.

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  • マキキ
  • 2024/12/06 (Fri) 11:53
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There used to be a duplicating key shop in the parking lot of the Palama Market near Donki that also changed watch batteries.

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#2

Alamoana or Down town Longs Drugs can change your battery , You can drop off your watch and pick it up on the designated day.
It's not like in Japan where you have to wait in the store while they change the battery
2 , I used this service 3 years ago, but please call to confirm.

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#4
  • Tori
  • 2024/12/06 (Fri) 17:56
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It's on the 4th floor of Macy's in Ala Moana.

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#5

Dear Ginger and Tori
I really need a waterproof watch for work and I can't leave it with you, so I bought a cheap one at Walmart for the time being. Thank you very much.

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How to choose a trustworthy vendor

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#1
  • mail
  • 2024/11/30 10:00

I am looking for a contractor for interior and exterior home repairs, cabinets ( kitchen ) etc.

I am looking for a contractor who is reliable, does good work and is reasonable.

What criteria should I look for

Please advise.

Please help me!

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#5

It is best to get a referral.  You can get a recommendation from a real estate agent, someone in the construction industry, or someone who has experience doing some construction work.

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  • デービス
  • 2024/12/05 (Thu) 00:34
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5 I think that's what you're asking.

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  • nabe
  • 2024/12/08 (Sun) 18:33
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You can get an estimate from Home Depot first.
You can also get quotes from other local contractors.
The actual work is done by Mexican workers, but they are like supervisors, so they care about the workmanship. The actual work is done by Mexican workers, but they are like supervisors, so they are concerned about the quality of the work. You can also complain to them.

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Taking Long Leave for Part-Time Employees

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  • Apple
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  • 2024/12/07 15:16

I have no problem requesting more than a week off when I'm part time and have no benefits ? I reported 3 months before the expected date.
Depending on the size of the company, busy season, etc., there are even times when my co-workers and bosses are not happy with me ? If taking a vacation would cause problems for the company, I would be willing to quit.

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  • Apple
  • 2024/12/07 (Sat) 22:47
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Supplement.
I have been on vacation for a long time, but I have weekends off, so there are 7 days that I can't come to work. When I reported it to my boss, he looked at me with a little disapproval, but I told him that I would do something about it and he agreed, but I am worried that it will be a great inconvenience.

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  • 趣味人808
  • 2024/12/08 (Sun) 09:45
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You mean in Hawaii ( within the US ).
I think there are not many thoughtful people who report three months before their schedule, but unless it is a very small company, everyone takes their vacations without hesitation. I think only Japanese people can't take a vacation because they wonder if it would be a nuisance.

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#4
  • Apple
  • 2024/12/08 (Sun) 10:31
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Thank you for your response.
This is an American company in Hawaii. I just started working here and was a little nervous when someone recently took a week off sick and was being grumpy. I'll be magnanimous.

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  • Coco
  • 2024/12/08 (Sun) 12:01
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It is better to ask the company you work for

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Anything and everything related to travel to Japan, topical.

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  • 倍金萬
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  • 2018/02/14 11:44

Those of you who have crossed the ocean to come here to Los Angeles and Japan
are always concerned about something related to your travel between Los Angeles and Japan.

If you have anything to say or questions, please feel free to write.
I'll try to write "something" as well.

Example :
What means do you use to call when you return to Japan?

Which seat on the plane do you prefer, Aisle or Window, front, back,

Which airline do you think has the best food?

Which mode of transportation do you use to get to the local area?

and so on and so on

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#4333

Please let me know if you know of any good places to go.

I have been to "Kaniba Onsen" in Nyuto Onsenkyo, Senboku City, Akita Prefecture, quite a while ago. As the name suggests, the hot spring water in this hot spring village is slightly muddy white. The open-air bath in the hot spring on YouTube is the best. When you put on sandals from the main house, walk outdoors and go down to the stream, you will find this large open-air bath, and when you soak in the slightly hot water, you will say "Oh, paradise, paradise".

I am not sure if I will be here again next year. Please let me know if there are any hot spring resorts around Echigo-Yuzawa in the direction of Niigata on the Joetsu Line where I can relax.

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#4334

Since then, I have been groping around on the net,

searching for the word "hidden hot spring" with the same meaning as "unexplored region",

but the word "hidden hot spring" is not even in the dictionary.

It is difficult to find a hot spring with the same atmosphere as the

open-air bath at " Kaniba Onsen" in Nyuto Onsenkyo, Senboku City, Akita Prefecture, as mentioned above, where we went outside from the ryokan building and went down to a ravine on the side.

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#4335
  • 911
  • 2024/11/24 (Sun) 13:34
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Places like "Kaniba Onsen, Nyuto Onsenkyo, Senboku City, Akita Prefecture" are known as hot spring resorts that coexist with beautiful nature. If you are looking for a hot spring with an open-air atmosphere, you might try searching for keywords such as "hidden hot spring area" or "hidden hot spring" at local tourist information centers or Internet travel sites.

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#4336

911,

> Searching for keywords such as "hidden hot spring resort" or "hidden hot spring"

When I searched for words such as "Joetsu region" and "hidden hot spring", no such candidates came up, but

I tried "hidden hot spring" and found something that looked like this I tried "hidden hot spring" and found something that looked like it.

However, I could not find anything in the natural world, such as beside a valley river.

I will continue to try to find it.

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#4337

I searched the net from Joetsu to Tohoku and found the following.

Ajinosawa Onsen "Suigun no Yado"
2 days and 1 night, 63,000 yen

I heard that this is in the Tsugaru region of Aomori Prefecture, which is well known for the Tsugaru Straits.

Round trip train fare including Shinkansen is about 72,000 yen for two people.

It would be a waste to make a round trip only here. We would like to stop at one more , or two more places on the way.

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Places for a 5 year old Japanese boy to have fun in GW.

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  • サマー
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  • 2024/12/02 02:33

I have a cousin with a 5 year old boy who will be here next year around GW. Of course, summer school hasn't started and he will probably only be there for a week or so, but he would like the opportunity to interact with the local kids. Do you have any suggestions for activities ??

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Indoor playgrounds(keiki kingdom, kids city etc.)

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  • サマー
  • 2024/12/06 (Fri) 17:58
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Sure !
It's not a problem if it's too hot or raining and you might be able to meet other kids.
Thank you ♪

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Venmo and paypal

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  • Venmo
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  • 2024/12/05 10:53

I use FB and IG to buy and sell unwanted items privately.
I get paid by Venmo or paypal, but is there a rule that says I have to file a tax return if my income is over 200,000 yen per year?

I did a quick search and found that it depends on the state, but I didn't know the amount in Hawaii.
Thank you very much.

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#2
  • こーの字
  • 2024/12/06 (Fri) 13:07
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This is my understanding, which I quickly researched because I was curious.
Anyone, please point out if my understanding is incorrect.

As a general rule, it seems that if you sell your own unused items for less than the purchase price, no tax is due.
https://www.fusiontaxes.com/thought-leadership/blog/do-i-have-to-pay-taxes-on-proceeds-from-my-garage-sale/#:~:text=In%20the %20vast%20majority%20of,amount%20of%20cash%20in%20hand.

When exchanging money via Paypal, Sending to a friend ( without protection ) is not taxed. Paying for an item or service ( with protection ) may be taxable
https://www.paypal.com/us/cshelp/article/whats-the- difference-between-friends-and-family-or-goods-and-services-payments-help277

Paying for an item or service if more than the specified amount is transferred, Paypal has to report it to the IRS as a 1099-K.
https://www.paypal.com/us/cshelp/article/will-paypal-report-my-sales-to-the-irs-help543

Furthermore, here is a 1099-K for a private sale. What to do ? but ultimately you should consult a tax professional.
Will the updated 1099-K threshold change apply if I sell personal property, like a couch or an item at a garage sale, if it was sold for less than its Will I be issued a Form 1099-K?
Form 1099-K is an IRS informational tax form that is used to report goods and services payments received by a business or individual in the While payment service providers, like PayPal and Venmo, are required by the IRS to send customers a Form-1099K if they meet the threshold amount ($ 5,000 for calendar year 2024, $ 2,500 for calendar year 2025, or $ 600 for calendar years 2026 and beyond^) PayPal is required to report the total gross amount of payments received for goods and services. PayPal is required to report the total gross amount of payments received for goods and services which can include:

Amounts from selling personal items at a loss
Refunded We encourage customers to speak with a tax professional when reviewing their 1099-K and 1099-K tax returns. We encourage customers to speak with a tax professional when reviewing their 1099-Ks to determine whether specific amounts are classified as taxable income. I think this will not be a problem if the transaction is less than the amount, but in a few years $ it seems that 1099-Ks will be issued for transactions over 600, which could complicate the tax return process.

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#4
  • きちんと
  • 2024/12/06 (Fri) 13:27
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Could you please explain
again in a clearer way?

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#5
  • こーの字
  • 2024/12/06 (Fri) 17:13
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I don't know if #4 is the same as the questioner, but ・ ・ ・
if there is a $ 5,000+ transaction on Paypal for an item or service on 2024, the
1099-K form, Paypal will send a 1099-K to the IRS and the taxpayer.
Basically, the amount shown on the 1099-K should be reported as income on your tax return, but if you sell unused items ( and the sale price is lower than the purchase price ) you may not be eligible.
However, PayPal's comment is that you should seek the opinion of a tax accountant or other expert to determine whether or not you are eligible.

In summary, I think it would be a good idea to consult a tax accountant for more information.

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Squirrels, apples bitten by birds

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  • りんご
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  • 2024/12/03 15:55

Is it safe to eat an apple that has been bitten by a squirrel or bird if you cut off the bitten part

??

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  • キビシイ
  • 2024/12/03 (Tue) 18:32
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The following points should be noted :

Risk of pathogens: parts of the animal that have been gnawed by wildlife may carry pathogens or parasites. Squirrels and birds, in particular, can carry germs as they travel from one place to another.

Judging by appearance: If the nibbled part is small and visually unremarkable, the nibbled part may be cut off and eaten. However, it is important to do so with great care.

Washing and disinfecting: Washing the apple thoroughly and, if possible, disinfecting it with an edible disinfectant before eating can reduce the risk.

All in all, if safety is important, it is safer not to eat apples that have been bitten by squirrels or birds.

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  • りんご
  • 2024/12/04 (Wed) 10:10
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Mr. Kibishii

I will not think about how to cut them off, but only eat the apples that are safe.

Thank you very much.

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#6
  • ボケた高齢者
  • 2024/12/05 (Thu) 00:39
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I was born in the Showa period, and I ate cabbage and other vegetables full of worm-eaten holes and caterpillars, but I didn't mind. !
If they ate squirrels, it would be a problem, but if they ate apples, I'd eat them.

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Where is the best place to change the oil in my car ?.

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  • こつぶ
  • 2024/11/22 23:32

I want to change the oil in my car but I don't know where to do it.
Is there a good and cheap place ??

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  • donburi
  • 2024/11/23 (Sat) 11:35
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You didn't mention where you live.
Oil change near me
If you do a search, you'll get some recommendations.

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  • GA
  • 2024/11/24 (Sun) 12:41
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Gas stations are good.

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  • 良物件に巡り会い隊⭐︎隊員1号
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  • 2024/12/02 18:44

I applied to view a property and
the person on the other end told me to check my credit report at the following website and
send a scrubbed copy of my credit score.
He said, "I need a certain score to prevent strange people from coming to view the property.
Is that possible ?

score3.livecredit.us

To begin with, this site is real ?
If you know anything about it, please tell me.

Here is a Craigslist listing, by the way.
*We are aware that there are many scams on craigslist.

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  • れんと
  • 2024/12/02 (Mon) 22:27
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This is a real site, and anyone who tells you to use it is a scammer.

Showing credit history etc. in advance is prohibited by real estate law.
So if you get a reply like this, it is definitely a scam.

In such cases, please BLOCK and ignore. It is dangerous.

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  • 良物件に巡り会い隊⭐︎隊員1号
  • 2024/12/03 (Tue) 00:56
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#2 RENTO
Thank you for the information.
I guess you are right.
They want to know about credit history, accident information, etc.
before previewing.
"No, no, after the preview,"
I know that, but it's such a good property that
I tend to think, "If it's true, … I'd like to know.

I've come to my senses.

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#5
  • れんと
  • 2024/12/03 (Tue) 13:58
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Member #1

I'm sure you're getting a kickback by getting me to subscribe to this service.

I said to someone else earlier, "I have a credit history
so I will provide that information." I said, "Only sites I approve
are allowed. Other than that, he said no." I replied,
"That's a scam." He stopped replying to me at all.

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#2 Mr. Lento

Oh, I see
that is such an advantage.

Thank you for your valuable information.

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