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• Wai
• 2026/03/06 (Fri) 18:07
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That's what hotels in Hawaii are like now … By the way, there is a $100 hostel on the North Shore for backpackers, so that's where you would stay on the island.

• Kuroneko
• 2026/03/07 (Sat) 09:15
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Kamaaina stay cation, but you could also try to get a DEAL when it's off-season.
You can go to Papulik's campsite or
If you don't live in the town, you can stay at a hotel in Waikiki and enjoy
the lively night life in Waikiki.

• Airbnb
• 2026/03/07 (Sat) 11:03
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If the timing is right, Airbnb can also help you find a place to stay cheaper than a hotel.

• ハワイ新参者
• 2026/03/07 (Sat) 13:18
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I see
I was surprised that hotels in Waikiki are cheaper, but once you leave Waikiki ＆ Ala Moana $ it is normal to spend over 1000 ・ ・ ・
it is a small island country after all ・ ・
I don't think I could live here for long unless I really like Hawaii💦
I would get bored easily, especially since I like to travel.

How are you spending the holidays with your family ？
Ours is beach, pool, BBQ ・ ・ ・ we do it all the time. 😢

• nuiloamama
• 2026/03/05 (Thu) 15:27
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I also checked it out when I was back home.
↓ Here is the site.

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/traveling-with-ag-products/meats-poultry-seafood

Fish has been allowed to bring in before

this time,
Meat extract is OK
but not beef jerky, retort curry, or other items with visible pieces of meat.
For example, curry roux is ok, but not retort curry
And as for chicken, it depends on the time
If bird flu is confirmed in Japan, it is not ok
Baby Star Ramen was confiscated (December 2025) Also, Curry Bread etc. purchased at convenience stores are not allowed
Only sealed products

Customers in Hawaii may not know this information
My friend had her Cup Ramen confiscated.
So next time I will print this site and carry it with me

Enjoy your stay in Japan!

• こーの字
• 2026/03/05 (Thu) 16:31
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Thanks for starting and replying to a useful topic.
Am I correct in my interpretation that if it is not listed on the USDA website, it is not a problem （ e.g. meat extract ）.
This alone would increase the number of items we can bring back.

The only thing I always refrain from buying to take home is chicken soup stock, but
it is chicken related so it may be difficult under the circumstances.

• nuiloamama
• 2026/03/05 (Thu) 19:10
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#Ko no Kanji-sama

On the USDA website ｢ under Meat ｣ it says you can bring in meat as long as it is not bone-in and the package is sealed.
So I brought in Teng's beef jerky
but they confiscated it because I was told that I could not bring in anything with a trace of meat (retort-pouch curry, etc.).
But they said all beef extracts are OK.

However, in December, there was a confirmed case of bird flu in Japan, so chicken extract was not allowed.

｢ Meat ｣ If you click on Meat you will find
where you can click on the status of each country.
To find out a country's status for these diseases, ｢ visit Animal Health Status of Regions. ｣

Click here You will then see a list of countries.

Looking at Japan, there is currently bird flu in Iwate prefecture.
It says that unprocessed livestock products from this region cannot be brought into the US, but I think it had a similar book title in December.
Customers were told no chicken extract because of the bird flu, but I believe ？ it was really ok because it was not unprocessed.
So next time I will print the Japanese page and say it is not unprocessed.

The reason I went custom this time is that
we both have 3 cartons of the cigarettes you asked for
and
I'll pay the tax on the 20 that jumped out (tax free is 200 per person but mine comes in 140 per carton and 3 cartons are 420) I thought.
I was told at that time that 20 bottles were ok, but ｢ I didn't have any other precious metals or bags ？
meat or vegetables ？ ｣ and asked
meat extract was now ok ？ in the same way. I asked him.
Everyone going through duty free went through
and no one was opening their suitcases.

• K
• 2026/03/06 (Fri) 11:49
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Thank you for sharing your valuable information

I know that changes are made every day, so it would be great if this topic remains as a place to share new information and exchange actual experiences ！ ！
Please continue to do so!

I really can't run out of things I want to bring, like chicken broth, dried fish, cod roe, etc. ・ ・ ・ I would be happy to bring them ♪

• こーの字
• 2026/03/06 (Fri) 14:42
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#4 nuiloamama

Thank you very much for the detailed follow-up ！
Next time I return home, I will try to bring in chicken soup under the circumstances.

More than 15 years ago, when I had just arrived in Hawaii, I brought back a variety of food items without knowing the details of customs declarations and was stopped by customs and had them confiscated only when I had set the "Are you bringing in food items?
At that time, I was told that I would not be penalized this time, but I was probably flagged on the entry record, and for a while after that, I was taken directly from immigration to customs to have my luggage inspected.
Although I am no longer stopped these days, I still tell MPC that I am bringing food into the country, and at immigration I tell them that I have brought back food as souvenirs. Even so, when I go through customs, I am nervous that I will be stopped.

So thank you again.

• Limonada
• mail
• 2026/02/26 (Thu) 18:28
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I don't know if there is a waiting area or Uber stop, but there is a narrow road that deadends between the Ritz-Carlton and the movie theater, so why don't you walk there ？ It is about a 10 minute walk.

• ヤマダ
• 2026/02/19 (Thu) 16:17
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You could try an eSIM ？
For example, Nomad eSIM offers 30 days/5GB for $10.
I'm sure there are many other cheaper places if you look around, but just FYI ！.

• nuiloamama
• 2026/02/19 (Thu) 18:52
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I always use
JapanConnect eSIM.
15 days, 10G, 1870 yen.
You will receive a QR code when you apply.
You can put it in your phone while you are in Hawaii
and use it as soon as you arrive in Japan.

Please search eSim for various plans.

• 戌年
• 2026/02/20 (Fri) 03:18
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Yamada-san, nuiloamama
Thanks for the advice ！ I will search Nomad eSIM and JapanConnect eSIM immediately.

• Tsuyoshi
• 2026/02/23 (Mon) 22:49
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I use Hanacell.
I can keep my Japanese number and it is very convenient when I go back to Japan temporarily.

• 戌年
• 2026/02/25 (Wed) 23:59
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Tsuyoshi
Hanacell I have heard of it. I'll look into it ！ Thanks.

• ｓ
• 2026/02/25 (Wed) 10:55
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If you are staying on the Big Island for two nights, you will be limited to visiting only one side of the island, but I think you will enjoy both the Kona and Hilo sides of the island. I think the Hilo side is closer to all the tourist attractions, so you can save on travel time.

• 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
• mail
• 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.

• ハイビスカス
• 2025/08/14 (Thu) 22:30
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Mother of class23 ！ I was very interested to hear the detailed story from a recent Punahou graduate with a child ！
The importance of the early childhood foundation, the reason why many students go to UH, the state of the Japanese language level. It all made sense to me. It is true that the price of university is different depending on whether you live in the university of your choice or not. I had forgotten that in Japan we don't have to worry about such things.
Medical school is even more expensive, unless you have a real
family with money coming in like a spring.

• tomo
• 2025/08/18 (Mon) 16:06
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Hello. My child graduated from Public's Elementary this past May.
I really wanted to start 6th grade at Punahou this August, and was going to take the middle （ and 6th grade ） SSAT last November, but I could not reach the SSAT passing line
to get into Punahou, and the tutor and tutors told me that there was almost no chance of getting in even if I took the SSAT. I was told by the tutor and tutors that I would have no chance of passing the SSAT even if I took the test, so I will continue to prepare for the SSAT this year by sending 6grade to another private school for one year
and will take the 7th grade entrance exam this November.

My son has been the top student at Public since the 2nd grade, and his teachers have repeatedly suggested that he attend Private, and he has attended TUtor and cram school since the 3rd grade, but
even with the top Public scores, he could not catch up to Punahou's acceptance line.
I tried my best, but it is a really tough passing line.

I am working hard with my son, dreaming of being able to attend Punahou this time next year. We have a family like this. lol

• ハイビスカス
• 2025/08/19 (Tue) 01:43
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Tomo Thank you for your comment ！
I knew that it is also difficult to reach the level of Punahou's examination even if you have a tutor, even if you get an advice from a teacher at Pavlik School Top. Fear not, Punahou. I'm sure your child was frustrated, but it's wonderful that he is willing to try again. I really appreciate all the comments from different people.

• アーミー
• 2026/02/04 (Wed) 11:46
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Hi, I am taking the middle exam this year and waiting for the announcement. I am taking the middle exam this year and waiting for the announcement.
We live near the Punahou campus, and I am always amazed at the number of cars that parents drive to and from school （ lol ）
It is amazing how many Porsches there are in Honolulu. Not only Porsches, but also Bentleys, Maseratis, and Ferraris are seen picking up and dropping off passengers.
Mercedes, Lexus, Audis, BMWs, and Teslas are seen countless times.
Especially, we are near the entrance and exit of Kinder ＆ Elementary.

We are trying from the middle, so I am relieved that the kids who entered from the middle don't seem to be such rich kids. Anyway, it is still the same as Keio in Japan.
Anyway, it is the same as Keio in Japan, with the kindergarten graduates and the commoners who enter from the middle.
However, Punahou has very good kinder graduates, and I heard that only kinder graduates go to IVY, Stanford, MIT, etc.
We tried from the middle （ We have not even been accepted yet. I have not even been accepted yet.... ） I am not sure if I will be able to keep up with the brains of the kinder kids at Punahou, but my child herself has said she wants to go to Punahou ！ and I am praying every day that she will be accepted. It's a long time until the acceptance announcement. 、、、、、、、、

• 桜咲け！
• 2026/02/05 (Thu) 12:27
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I'm in the same frame of mind, waiting for the acceptance announcement for 6th and 4th ！ Yes, we have two siblings taking the exam （ Sweat ）
They both took the Kinder exam and were not accepted, the oldest son also tried 4th and was not accepted, I hope the cherry blossoms bloom for them both this year ！
Punahou is I mean, once you enter any school from the middle, it's already child-centered and there are almost no school parent participation events, so there doesn't seem to be much
for the parents to get to know each other and become friends. I wanted to join the Punahou family. ！
Even if you think you will get a lot in Middle, there are only 40 boys and 40 girls each. There were over 800 appliers.
Let's wait patiently to see each other's acceptance ！ ！ ！ ！