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Vivinavi Hawaii
global entry(1kview/5res)
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How to deal with neighbor's sex noise(398view/7res)
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Vivinavi Chiba
Solar Power Subsidy Application Process(21view/0res)
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Qualified person to consult on Form 8621 Accountin...(79view/0res)
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Global Entry interview sites(583view/4res)
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Mobile Phones in Japan(2kview/18res)
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Day care or preschool(133view/0res)
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Internet instability is a problem(591view/3res)
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Vivinavi Hawaii
global entry

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#1
  • Aloha Green
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  • 2026/01/19 12:22

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. ?
If you know how to solve this problem, I would appreciate it if you could let me know.
Thank you very much.

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#3

I'm the same way ! I want to know but I don't know how to find out...
I'm not fluent in English and I'm afraid to call them.

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#4
  • mii
  • 2026/01/25 (Sun) 21:38
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I have a different name, but I was not rejected.
By the way
Passport
Hanako Yamada
Green Card
Hanako Yamada Smith
Like this.

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#5

Thank you very much MIL. I will apply for the same pattern.

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#6
  • Kii
  • 2026/01/31 (Sat) 15:12
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Like Mii, I put my middle name into my Japanese surname, so I wasn't rejected.

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Vivinavi Los Angeles
About TAX Returns

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  • すすむ
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  • 2026/01/26 18:50

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 website.
Google maps shows the Irvine area, but without a specific address, I am not sure if it is really a good idea to hire them.
Please let me know if you have requested this service before.
Thank you very much.

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#2
  • あなたのお名前なんてーの
  • 2026/01/31 (Sat) 08:36
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Nowadays, cell phones have a translation function, so you don't have to go to a Japanese place.

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Vivinavi Hawaii
How to deal with neighbor's sex noise

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  • ABC
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  • 2026/01/29 01:48

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 moved out. I do not want to move. Is there any way to deal with this ? I don't think I can count on the landlord. Because I have repeatedly told them to get rid of the mopeds on the property, which I believe were probably stolen and dumped, but they have been there since last summer or so.

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#3
  • ABC
  • 2026/01/29 (Thu) 18:04
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I'll report this to my landlord because I like my current room, the location and the price, and I don't want to move as much as possible. When this noise started, the dog from the house next door was barking in response, but he hasn't been barking lately.

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#4

You should record it first ! they won't take up the conversation without proof. I was also bothered by this for many years, FYI.

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#5

This is a counter-prescription for when I was in Los Angeles.
In Los Angeles, noise is out between 10:00 and 7:00.
Hawaii is the same way, so
report it to the management company and if it hasn't improved,
it's perfectly acceptable to call the police.
Also, as other users have said, preservation of evidence is important and
necessary when notifying the noise source of a breach of contract.
Also, nationality depends on race, but there is a good chance that
the police will only come once and
it will stop. In my case, the landlord terminated the contract quickly after two reports.
However, if it is discovered that you are the one who reported the incident, the same thing can happen to you, and you can get upset
because of your race and nationality.
The strongest recording is a video with a clock and date and time.

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#7
  • Copilot
  • 2026/01/30 (Fri) 07:16
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City of Honolulu ( City&County of Honolulu ) Noise Standards

In Honolulu, City Ordinances ( Revised Ordinances of Honolulu ) in addition to state law set specific numeric standards The city of Honolulu has established specific numerical standards.

🚨Noise Standards for Residential Areas🚨
🌞 Daytime ( 7:00-22:00 ) : 60 decibels 🌛 Nighttime ( 22:00-7:00 ) : 50 decibels

This If it exceeds this level, it may be a violation, but if it is less than this level, it is useless to report it.
The police will properly measure the noise in your room and will go to you if the noise is above the legal limit.
However, the police will only give you a police report, so
you will be told to take the police report to the Housing Court to file an appeal.

It is useless to complain to the owner of the room if you do not exceed the legal standard.

The first step is to measure if the noise is of legal standard because you can measure it accurately with an app on your phone.

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#8
  • ABC
  • 2026/01/30 (Fri) 19:42
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Thank you all for the adbus !
I have to record it and leave evidence, and the noise standard has to be exceeded. And it could go to court ! ?
If it goes that far, this case may be at the unpleasant sound level of noise.

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Vivinavi Chiba
Solar Power Subsidy Application Process

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  • コウアン
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  • 2026/01/29 20:45

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, could you please let me know ? I would really appreciate the help. Best regards.

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Qualified person to consult on Form 8621 Accounting firm

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  • Ice
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  • 2026/01/28 13:05

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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Vivinavi Hawaii
Global Entry interview sites

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  • mahalo
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  • 2026/01/23 20:47

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 detailed location. Thank you in advance.

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#2
  • Zoo
  • 2026/01/25 (Sun) 01:33
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I have been there a few years ago and last summer. It is in the airport, above the international exit, so it is on the second floor. The airport is L-shaped, and I think there is a sign posted at the corner of the L-shaped airport. The venue, or rather the office, is very small. There are a lot of chairs in front of the entrance, and there are usually a few people sitting there waiting for their appointments. You can walk there from the airport parking lot. If you are worried, call the office directly and check. In my experience, sometimes they answer the phone and sometimes no one answers, and once I was told that the office had moved and I should call this number, but they had not moved. Of course you have an appointment ?

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  • mahalo
  • 2026/01/25 (Sun) 16:46
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Dear Zoo
Thank you !
I have already made an appointment.
I'm not sure what they will ask me, but I'll do my best !.

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#4
  • Zoo
  • 2026/01/25 (Sun) 18:47
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The word "interview" may make you feel a bit nervous, but it's okay, because unlike a visa interview, it's just a face-to-face paperwork process. As I recall, even Japanese nationals living in Japan who do not have permanent resident status in the U.S. can apply for the visa now.

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#5

Just the basics, like names. The rest is fingerprinting and such. Just answer the questions they ask you, like have you ever committed a crime, and you'll be fine ! although some people might be annoyed by the bureaucratic nature of it all. It's fine !.

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Vivinavi Hawaii
Mobile Phones in Japan

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  • 日本での携帯電話
  • 2025/12/07 11:20

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 number was registered in the same place and it turned out that your phone was used by another person.
I'm thinking of buying a cell phone in Japan
I rarely use it and it would be a waste, but it's the only thing I can think of
If you have a better idea, please let me know.
if you know which model and what kind of plan would be best for me to buy in Japan
to be honest, I am not familiar with the Japanese situation in this area.

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  • 日本での携帯電話
  • 2025/12/12 (Fri) 00:58
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Thank you very much. By the way, I would like to leave my cell phone in Japan not only when I go back to Japan temporarily, but I would like to use it all the time in Japan for receiving authentication codes and such like.

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#9

#2 Mr. Resident in USA,

If you have a Japanese ID, you can buy it even if you live in USA. I chose Rakuten Mobile, which has the lowest monthly call charges.

Can I use my passport as a Japanese ID? I don't have any family in Japan, so I don't have an address where I can register.

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  • mani
  • 2025/12/13 (Sat) 14:23
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#2 Mr. Resident in USA,

If you have a Japanese ID, you can buy it even if you live in USA. I chose Rakuten Mobile, which has the lowest monthly call charges.

Can I use my passport as a Japanese ID? I don't have any family in Japan, so I don't have an address where I can register.

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#11
  • アメリカ在住
  • 2025/12/15 (Mon) 16:02
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#9 mani

I lived in Japan, so I have a renewed driver's license with a Japanese address.
Please check with your cell phone store to see if your Japanese passport will work as a Japanese ID.
I told them honestly when I bought my cell phone that I do not reside in Japan, so I do not receive any mail.
Nowadays, paperless is more appreciated.

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#12

#2 Resident in USA

Yes, I understand. Thank you. In this day and age, if you lose your parents' home in Japan, it is inconvenient in every way, including banking. I am very thankful for my parents' home.

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Day care or preschool

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  • かなこ
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  • 2026/01/22 21:15

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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Vivinavi Hawaii
Internet instability is a problem

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  • Pineapple
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  • 2026/01/10 12:57

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 android TV feeds stop and I can't watch them. I do speed measurements and it is rated as fast with 38.5 downloads and 7,47 uploads, but it feels very slow. I'm aware that it's a problem with my connection because it's almost the same even though I bought a new router. I am wondering if it depends on the area ? Also, I was wondering if anyone who uses Hawaiian Telecom's fiber optic cable could tell me about it.

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#2

It's an island where strong winds and heavy rain can quickly cause flooding, land subsidence, and power outages!

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  • Pineapple
  • 2026/01/18 (Sun) 12:41
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It is true that the infrastructure in the island country is weak. This time we also had Spectrum come and investigate the internet connection and found that there was a problem with the modem and the line. In the case of a problem, I still should have asked the company to investigate. I found it difficult to track down the cause just by testing the internet speed by myself. I'm glad to hear that it was surprisingly stable and the problem disappeared as a result.

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I am in the process of going to court from a traffic violation in another state and would appreciate advice if anyone knows anything about this.

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  • だいちゃん1021
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  • 2025/07/02 09:32

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 to know if anyone knows the general court process and how long it takes for the points to be reflected on my license if I violate in another state.
It is long, so I hope you have time to read it.

I took a family trip to Yellowstone last month.
I was caught in the above violation at that time.
・ 20 miles over the 90 mile limit on a road with an upper limit of 70 miles
・ A child pulled over on the shoulder and thought he was getting out and took off his chest belt, the police looking in found it and pointed out he was not wearing it ( His waist belt was on. ).

The ticket I was given did not have a violation fee on it, so I called the court and was told I needed to appear in court. I checked online and it seems that summary court is a streamlined process, you tell them "guilty" or "not guilty", pay the fine, and that's it ?.
Although I am not convinced that the child was not wearing his chest belt this time because he had removed it after we stopped, I have given up because my car is not equipped with a drive recorder and I cannot prove it.
It seems that a Japanese interpreter will be present at the trial that day.

I plan to confirm the following at this trial.
・ Can I get a suspended sentence ?
・ Can I use Traffic school to avoid point reduction

* Since I am far this time, I have permission to appear remotely.

There was a continuation and I was also caught 20 miles over the limit in Idaho, about an hour from where I was caught on the same day, May 31. I got two violations in a short period of time, but only twice in my life.

This one was completed by paying $110 over the phone because the ticket had a violation fee written on it, I'm not sure if there is a point deduction because there was no mention of Traffic school. A month later, my California driver's license has no points so far.
It is possible that it is just a delay in reflection because of the different states.


My biggest concern is Idaho's 20 mph over + I am prepared for a double combo 4 point deduction for Utah's 20 mph over and a one shot suspension. But when I asked Idaho, I was told that different states have different weights of guilt, so I don't know because each state reports and then California makes a decision and reflects that in the point reduction.

This is a long story, but if anyone knows about the following 4 points, can you please tell me ?
1. the process of summary trial
2. can I get a suspended sentence
3. traffic school Should I check during the trial to see if I can mitigate the points by ?
4. how long does it take to reflect if I have violated in another state?

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#62
  • シュワちゃん
  • 2026/01/11 (Sun) 22:42
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If you do not have legal fees, the government will provide you with an American attorney free of charge. This is by law, so you can request an attorney at the first court hearing because the judge is not fluent in English.

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#63
  • 無理
  • 2026/01/12 (Mon) 02:58
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I guess the fact that the police didn't notice must have been considered an escape. It's unfortunate, but not noticing the police is not very common. I think it's easy to tell by the blue and red lights. I think the blue and red lights are easy to see.

I think it's quite a big deal that you got arrested. I would consider it an expensive study fee and pay one million yen. If you are unsure of the language and don't know the law, I think it would be more reliable to ask a professional.

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  • 違反チケットマスター
  • 2026/01/13 (Tue) 07:29
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Nice to meet you.
I have a lot of tickets both in and out of state.
I have been ticketed for max speeding in my car out of state, negotiating speed discounts, the list goes on and on.
As it turns out, my license is suspended for 6 months. Traffic school is a waste of time to take because it is a series of violations, although the points will disappear if you have no violations for a year after your first violation.
The rules are slightly different in each city in each state, but basically the same.
You will have to go to the court with jurisdiction nearest you, but personal objections are inadmissible. Of course you can get a court-appointed attorney ( Japanese ) for free, but they are only interpreters, so you have no chance.
You can't withdraw a speeding ticket unless you can make up a reason for the family's urgency. Some lawyers seem to be able to turn black into white, but it is difficult to find one, including financially. The bottom line is that it's not a money-making case.
You can get a result in a few months at the earliest, but it is a suspension and a fine.
In my case, even though I was suspended, I was still driving because I have a life.
Even if you hire a lawyer, they will just take your money and give you a discount on the fine.
I know this is a harsh opinion, but it is reality.

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  • あんこ
  • 2026/01/17 (Sat) 08:10
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What happens if they don't go to trial?

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#69
  • 潔い
  • 2026/01/17 (Sat) 19:38
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I love how graceful you are, even though you're not proud of it 😂 ↑

It's probably the most practical piece of advice I can give you.

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