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1. I'm not a Japanese citizen, but I would like to re... 198 view 9 res Question Today 16:44
I am in my 30's and single. Do you think it is possible to retire early in Japan since I have saved more than 100 million yen so far?

I am not a Japanese citizen and would like to know how I...
2. About electronic pianos available at Costco in Jap... 363 view 1 res Question 2024/05/31 13:20
I know this is a question for an American forum ? but how do you say "88 keys, weighted" electronic piano in Japan ? I would like to buy one from Costco in Japan if possible. I live in the U.S., but t...
3. Divorce in Los Angeles 3k view 18 res Question 2024/05/22 12:47
I am a Japanese woman living in Los Angeles with my American husband and we are considering a divorce.
We were registered in Japan and did not file for marriage in the U.S.
I checked with th...
4. How to visit the Natural History Museum in Los Ang... 2k view 80 res Question 2024/05/05 11:07
Sorry, I don't speak English and can't drive.
I don't speak English and can't drive.
Can anyone tell me if there is a way to get to the Natural History Museum or Griffith Observatory from ar...
5. Reliable auto repair shop 1k view 51 res Question 2024/05/05 10:55
I've had my car repaired at various places - but I can't seem to find the right place.
The price is not clear, the finish is not good, the delivery time is not good enough, etc. …
Do you hav...
6. Children's Restrooms on the Go 529 view 4 res Question 2024/05/05 10:42
When a child ( younger ) goes to the restroom when out and about, do parents follow along with the child ? when a mother takes her son to the men's restroom, it is not safe for him to go alone because...
7. Hide of Hide Shiatsu 2k view 34 res Question 2024/04/16 12:39
Has Mr. Hide of Hide Shiatsu retired ? or is he just temporarily absent ? I would appreciate it if you could let me know.
8. Shipping Liquor to Japan 3k view 24 res Question 2024/04/11 13:39
I would like to send wine, whiskey, and other alcoholic beverages to Japan as a gift
but I was wondering if anyone knows of a company that can ship them. ?
From my research, it seems that th...
9. Seasonings for hypertension 537 view 4 res Question 2024/03/30 18:04
How many tablespoons of soy sauce a day should be used as a seasoning for high blood pressure ?

Thank you. Thank you very much,
10. Do you have trouble with private sales? 4k view 30 res Question 2024/03/19 20:33
Hello.
Do you all have any trouble with private sales ?
I bought a large electrical appliance and had a certain shipping company
keep it for me.
When I had it delivered, I received...
11. A food cart noodle shop, then 8k view 78 res Question 2024/03/15 13:49
Years ago, I used to get emails
like the food cart noodle shop newsletters on a regular basis, but I suddenly remembered that they haven't been coming lately.

Bang, I hope you are well ...
12. Regarding Resident Registration in Japan 1k view 22 res Question 2024/03/01 14:35
I still have my certificate of residence in Japan, is there any problem if I leave it as it is ? My child's resident registration is also still the same. If anyone has any experience with this, please...
13. Driving Rules 1k view 6 res Question 2024/02/19 07:53
When turning left from the longitudinal line direction of a T-intersection into the transverse line of a T-intersection (straight ahead direction ? ). If you pause before turning left and see a pedest...
14. Furlough Accommodation ?. 2k view 24 res Question 2024/02/03 08:26
Where will you stay during your temporary return to Japan ? If at your parents' house, will you pay ? If so, how much ?
15. temporary foster care system 557 view 3 res Question 2024/01/09 18:01
Hello.
47 year old Japanese female
living in Hawaii for 7 years
my husband is 49 years old and American humanity.
I am wondering if any of you have been a foster or temporary foste...
16. Deposit from social security 3k view 14 res Question 2024/01/05 12:01
I just checked my bank account and found a direct deposit of

a small but totally unexpected amount of money, in addition to the benefits I normally receive, one week later.

Has any...
17. You can see it in Kohaku LA this year ?. 4k view 21 res Question 2024/01/04 15:03
Last year I was able to watch it online only as an NHK subscriber.

Will it be shown on LA local TV here again this year ?

( We do not wish your opinion about Kohaku. )
18. What can you tell me about life insurance? 917 view 5 res Question 2023/12/10 15:22
Do you all have life insurance in the US ?
If so, which company do you have it with ?

I just realized that I don't have enough coverage for mogge if something happens.
I am thinkin...
19. W2 460 view 2 res Question 2023/12/09 09:54
Employers are required to send employees their
W-2 statements by January 31st of the following year.
This can be done electronically or by mail.

Which do you choose ??
20. It's true that there is only one type of Japanese ... 5k view 46 res Question 2023/12/07 10:20
I saw on instagram that the test for Japanese is the same until it changes to ? or something like that for a year.
21. About OPT Application 348 view 0 res Question 2023/11/17 10:28
I am scheduled to graduate from college in December 2023 and applied for OPT in mid-October. I am in a situation where I don't know the schedule and can't make a plan. I think it will be mid-January a...
22. Christ the Redeemer 1k view 15 res Question 2023/11/13 15:55
I have been told that there is a large statue of Christ in la jolla or Carlsbad near San Diego, but I can't find it. I would appreciate any information you can give me.
23. Can you tell us about the security in Glendale and... 5k view 48 res Question 2023/11/12 17:17
Can you tell me about safe areas in Glendale and Pasadena?
Could you also give me information on schools as my child will be in middle school?
Thank you very much.
24. Safe area with good schools in Los Angeles 2k view 18 res Question 2023/11/10 19:47
I am considering moving to Los Angeles with my son who is in 5th grade.
Where would you recommend for a safe area with good schools?
Thank you very much.
25. apple (fruit) 788 view 15 res Question 2023/10/07 21:40
Fuji apples have grown in our garden.

I always don't pick them until they are red, but when I do,

birds have been nibbling on them.

So my question is,

(1)Do gre...
26. What medical insurance do you use? 5k view 46 res Question 2023/10/02 23:37
And what are the good and bad points of that insurance?

I've been with PPO (Anthem BlueCross \fn165>) for about 6 years now because I can choose a good doctor directly if something goes wron...
27. cancer insurance 1k view 8 res Question 2023/09/21 11:34
Is there any insurance like Japanese cancer insurance in the US ??
28. Those who have not reported moving out of Japan 2k view 28 res Question 2023/09/20 18:45
Sometimes there are people who stay in the U.S. for a long period of time and do not remove their Japanese resident card.
They are not illegal residents, but people with visas or green cards ( wh...
29. Japanese Pension Sending Fee Refunds, US Bank 922 view 7 res Question 2023/09/18 15:36
For June 15, $ I received a
50 refund ($ 25x2) in about a week from US Bank, but
for August 15, today ( September 16, ) there is still no refund.

When I called US Bank's Japanese s...
30. Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe : How can we watch Prix ... 585 view 2 res Question 2023/09/17 17:35
Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe is coming soon ! I would love to watch it live, where is it streaming ? If you know how to watch it in the US, please let me know ! 🏇.
31. Little Tokyo question. 6k view 47 res Question 2023/09/17 14:34
I can't remember the name of the grocery store that used to be in front of Nijiya Market in Little Tokyo about 15-20 years ago, but if anyone remembers the name, please let me know. Thank you in advan...
32. DMV operation test 19k view 63 res Question 2023/09/16 16:05
I am currently driving with a California Driver License with a provisional license. I am planning to take the driving test soon to get my real license, but I don't know anyone who has a driver's licen...
33. Tattoo 720 view 11 res Question 2023/09/03 16:50
Anyone know a Japanese carver ?
I live in Little Tokyo !.
34. Stores with manga in Japanese 6k view 33 res Question 2023/08/31 09:05
Do you know of any stores in Los Angeles or Orange County that have Japanese manga ?
I've seen some Japanese restaurants that have a little bit of manga, but
I would be happy if it was as go...
35. Immigration Lawyer Office 706 view 2 res Question 2023/08/25 21:17
Do you have any recommendations for a Japanese immigration attorney's office ??
36. studying abroad in a junior high school 1k view 9 res Question 2023/08/19 07:33
I am an eighth grader and I am thinking of studying abroad, but I wonder if I can enroll if I have gardeians or other students. I would like to know the procedure for admission.
37. unused item on deposit 28k view 89 res Question 2023/08/16 07:40
Question for "those who have a wardrobe deposit."
• How much money do you have in a safe deposit account? ?
• What are the advantages of a safe deposit account?
• What are the disadvant...
38. Monthly savings 18k view 99 res Question 2023/08/16 07:39
Is 2000 a month a small amount to save for a single person?
How much money do you save?
39. Ireland / Dublin 1k view 5 res Question 2023/08/12 15:45
Hi,

I am a Japanese living in LA with a visa. Do I need anything special to travel to Ireland / Dublin? I did not see any info on it, but I assume as long as I bring my visa/passport, I can en...
40. We ask those who have bought CDs at BOOKOFF 1k view 38 res Question 2023/07/25 17:14
I am planning to bring in a large amount of both Japanese and Western music, but how much will it cost for a clean CD with no fingerprints on the disc ?

When I asked on the phone, the answer...
41. Exchange to Brazilian Currency 1k view 6 res Question 2023/07/19 08:17
I am looking for a place to exchange money into
Brazilian reals for my trip to Brazil.
I am hoping to have a few reals before I leave, although I am sure I can manage locally.
I heard t...
42. About AAA's tips 3k view 26 res Question 2023/07/17 19:32
Today I had a flat tire on my car and called AAA to come over.
When he was done, I tipped him $ 20 because it was hot and I wanted a cold drink but my neighbor, an old American guy, said t...
43. Moving baggage for return trip home 1k view 2 res Question 2023/07/13 07:43
I am going back to Japan suddenly ! I would like to know how to send my moving stuff to Japan cheaply !
What do people around you send your moving stuff with ??
44. Yen Accounts in the U.S. 4k view 20 res Question 2023/07/05 16:09
I think there was a previous topic about yen-denominated deposit accounts in the US, but I can't find it.

When I send money from Japan, it is deposited in dollars when it is wired to my bank...
45. Is there a site where I can purchase Music for aro... 2k view 13 res Question 2023/06/25 07:35
It is a site like RecoChoku in Japan.
Except for AppleItunes, it is better. ( I have a large gift card balance and it is automatically paid from the balance )
What else can I use to make a t...
46. Will Apple notify me if the credit card registered... 1k view 4 res Question 2023/06/23 16:58
If my credit card becomes invalid, do I automatically close my account ? or do I get a notification ? or can I still use my account if I have money left ? ( Itune )
47. How to send packages from Hawaii at the lowest pri... 2k view 11 res Question 2023/05/31 15:24

The last time I brought my stuff back from Hawaii by myself, I was charged a huge overage fee and it ended up being too heavy and not worth it.

Most of the contents are Hawaiian cloth...
48. wholesale 1k view 3 res Question 2023/05/30 14:50
SAM'S CLUB and COSTCO both have memberships but how are they different and which one do you recommend
I would like to know first since it costs money to be a member
49. Parking near LAX 927 view 4 res Question 2023/05/24 13:49
Do you have any recommendations for parking at LAX for a few days ?
After doing some research, I'm thinking of parking at one of the parking lots in the area because the parking lots in LAX are a...
50. Children's Lessons 1k view 13 res Question 2023/05/23 07:56
I am a mother of two elementary school aged children and my kids want to learn.

I am ashamed to say that our family is not very rich, so I would like to give them one lesson each, but I woul...