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11. Remittance to Japan $ 250,000(3kview/13res) Problem / Need advice 2024/12/27 10:15
12. US BANK(732view/12res) Problem / Need advice 2024/12/20 15:20
13. My passport and green card have different last nam...(1kview/3res) Problem / Need advice 2024/11/30 20:09
14. Failure to yield the right-of-way to an emergency ...(1kview/28res) Problem / Need advice 2024/11/18 18:41
15. OB/GYN in Orange County(468view/2res) Problem / Need advice 2024/11/16 14:48
16. Medical Examination for Green Card(1kview/1res) Problem / Need advice 2024/11/14 17:39
17. Server Chip(8kview/27res) Problem / Need advice 2024/11/01 12:45
18. Conversion of checks upon return to Japan(1kview/21res) Problem / Need advice 2024/10/25 13:01
19. What you need to know about green card renewal(13kview/26res) Problem / Need advice 2024/10/12 10:47
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Remittance to Japan $ 250,000

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#1
  • Money
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  • 2024/10/22 08:59

I would like to send the money through my bank and would like to know your experience. Thank you in advance.

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#3
  • キビシイ
  • 2024/10/23 (Wed) 08:56
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While transferring money through a bank is generally a safe and reliable way to send money, there are a few points to keep in mind.

Remittance fees: It is important to check the fees in advance, as different banks have different fees.

Transfer time: Depending on the bank you are transferring to and the time of day, it may take several days.

Payee information: exact bank name, account number, SWIFT code, etc. is required.

Tax Reporting: Tax reporting may be required for remittances over $250,000.

It is best to contact your bank directly for specific bank names and detailed procedures. If there is anything else you would like to know, please feel free to let us know.

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#4
  • 直井
  • 2024/10/29 (Tue) 17:54
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How about using it gradually over its lifetime as a credit card account?

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#5
  • そそ
  • 2024/12/15 (Sun) 20:04
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I can't use WISE PAYPAL. I can only transfer less than $1000 at a time. I can't make it in time.
How can I increase the amount of money I can send? ? How much can I increase the amount of money I can send even though I only have a regular account ? If you are in the U.S., could you please ask me while you visit a bank ? Bank of America.

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#6
  • ボケた高齢者
  • 2024/12/20 (Fri) 11:40
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WISE can send you a million $, though.

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#9
  • そうだ
  • 2024/12/26 (Thu) 22:25
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$ If you're going to send 250,000 in dollars, you should definitely send it when the yen is cheap. Today $ is a good day to send money because 1=158 yen. Japanese banks charge about 3 yen as a commission. All banks charge roughly the same fee. The remittance fee is not much. Japanese banks usually call the receiver if the amount is over 10 million yen, and if the receiver does not answer the phone, they will not receive the money even if the money is transferred. Since the money is received on the day the receiver answers the phone, the amount in yen is transferred after approximately 3 yen is deducted from the exchange rate on that day.

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US BANK

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#1
  • とんとん
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  • 2024/12/16 07:01

Does US BANK have customer service in Japanese? I searched but could not find any.

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#2
  • 昭和のおとっつぁん
  • 2024/12/16 (Mon) 08:02
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There is a Japanese person working at the former UNION BANK in Little Tokyo.

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#3
  • ボケた高齢者
  • 2024/12/16 (Mon) 09:28
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The Gardena branch by Kura Sushi always has people who understand Japanese
If you want to call, just say JAPANESE SPEAKER PLEASE and they will connect you to a Japanese person
2.

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#4
  • 昭和のおとっつぁん
  • 2024/12/17 (Tue) 09:13
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If you work at us bank, you can speak Japanese.
What do you think you have to go to some branch to be able to speak Japanese

You're a fool.

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#7
  • とんとん
  • 2024/12/19 (Thu) 22:15
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Topic. I was able to solve the problem myself, thank you.
#3 and #4, why are you arguing there ?.

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My passport and green card have different last names.

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#1
  • Snail-mail
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  • 2024/11/25 21:59

Nice to meet you !

I am married to an American and hold a GC. When we got married, I took my husband's surname in the Japanese family register. In the U.S., I kept my maiden name and switched my GC to 10 years, which I recently received after 3 years.
I recently renewed my passport with my new surname and my maiden name in brackets, but I am panicking ? that it is a problem that my passport and GC have different surnames.
Would this be a problem ?
I thought I would keep my maiden name in the US, but should I not do that ? ??

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#2
  • GC
  • 2024/11/26 (Tue) 10:18
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In my case, it is a bit opposite.

・ Japanese family register → I have a marriage notation but chose to keep my maiden name → I thought my husband's name would be written in katakana
・ Passport → maiden name + ( husband's name ) + Name and Name and
・ Green Card → Surname

I have been to Japan many times with this. I have been to Japan many times with this.

It was a long time ago. 
When I did web check in to Japan, I could not do web check in because the name on the passport and the name on the ticket did not match.

Then, after going to the airport, I asked ? how to avoid the error next time, and was told that I could issue a ticket with the name in parentheses, but then the name on my frequent flyer card would be changed and my existing mileage would be lost. In the end, I am still having my ticket issued with only my husband's name.

But now that I think about it. ?
But now I think... But the exact reason why it stopped giving me errors ? ? is because I always use the same place. 

But still, isn't it slow to get the GC ?
Does your husband also have your surname ? or is it different ? ( that's why it took so long ? I guess it doesn't matter ? )

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#4

Nice to meet you. In my case, it is the opposite of the Lord's. I have kept my maiden name in Japan and changed it to my husband's last name in the U.S.
The last name on my passport and green card are different, but I buy airline tickets every time with the name on my passport and have no problems.
By the way, in the past I have never been pointed out that my name is different with regard to airline tickets, but
the other day I tried to switch to a driver's license with ID at the DMV and was unable to create it because my name was different.
( If it is a regular driver's license, there seems to be no problem ) I hope this helps.

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Failure to yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle

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  • Justen24
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  • 2024/11/11 10:55

The other day in Los Angeles, I was driving on a one-way street with three lanes in each direction, and a police car came up behind me with its lights flashing, but I couldn't change course to the right immediately because there was a car alongside me on the right, and then the police car approached right behind me, so I thought I was being stopped, so I pulled over to the left corner and I pulled over to the left corner and stopped. In fact, the police car seemed to be heading toward some crime scene, and as a result, I ended up blocking the path of the police car. As the police car passed by, a police officer shouted something to me, but I didn't hear it because my window was closed and it was only for a moment. The police car then drove away. I was not given a ticket or asked to show my driver's license at the scene, but I wonder if the police or the court will send me a summons to appear in court later in this case. I would appreciate it if someone who is familiar with the procedures for traffic violations could let me know.

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#2
  • ボケた高齢者
  • 2024/11/11 (Mon) 11:05
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As long as you're not blocking the path of a police car, you'll be fine, don't worry
I'm pretty sure they'll send you a kip if the school bus stops and doesn't stop when the STOP sign is up, though.

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#3
  • 911
  • 2024/11/11 (Mon) 11:49
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I understand your concern. First of all, please rest assured. Traffic violations usually result in an immediate ticket, but if, as you have indicated, no ticket was issued, it is unlikely that a citation or other order to appear will be mailed to you.

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#4
  • Justen24
  • 2024/11/11 (Mon) 14:51
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Thank you all for your comments. I am a little calmer now after reading your comments.

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OB/GYN in Orange County

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  • Mori
  • mail
  • 2024/11/13 13:06

I am looking for an OB/GYN in Orange County.
I would be happy if you could recommend a doctor/hospital !
I have not found any Japanese doctors when I looked for one, and I'm not sure if I can help with an English teacher !
Thank you ! ! !

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Medical Examination for Green Card

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#1
  • mail
  • 2024/11/12 11:43

For status adjustment, I am going to take a medical checkup for a green card in the US. It seems that I need an English translation of my immunization record, but I was wondering if anyone has been able to get a blood test for antibody check without the record instead ? I heard that insurance does not cover this medical checkup, in that case, how much was the cost ??

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#2
  • 911
  • 2024/11/12 (Tue) 13:07
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If an English translation of the immunization record is required, a blood test for antibody check may be substituted even if no record is available. However, it is recommended that you check in advance, as specific measures vary among medical institutions and diagnostic centers.

Regarding the cost of medical checkups, if insurance does not cover the cost, the cost varies depending on the test and diagnostic center, but generally costs several hundred dollars. It is best to contact the diagnostic center directly for specific costs.

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Server Chip

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#1
  • summer
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  • 2024/10/25 09:13

I am currently a lunch server at a Japanese restaurant. The restaurant is open all night with no lunch break, but servers rotate with dinner servers at 4:30pm.
Since there is one server for both lunch and dinner, each server gets a tip.
However, the customers around 4:30pm are more subtle; it is the lunch server who is in the middle of the meal, and the dinner server who takes the check and lowers the plates.
The dinner server gets a tip for that customer.

Is this a normal part of the server duties ? I have a few questions about the subtleties of the shift times.
I do not place a check on a customer while they are eating before I come up, as it is against the rules.

Please let me know if there are any differences in calculation between Japanese and American restaurants.
Thank you very much.

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#22
  • 経営者の頭痛の種
  • 2024/10/30 (Wed) 09:37
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It's not a restaurant that started yesterday, and the rules have been established for a long time. It's not orderly for newcomers to complain about it
Then, we should discuss it and say that currently each person is supposed to get one, but from now on we will collect them once and distribute them equally, wouldn't that be digging a grave ??

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#23
  • キビシイ
  • 2024/10/30 (Wed) 15:13
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That is correct. It can be disruptive for a new employee to challenge an existing rule. If the current rules are considered fair, it may be wise to follow them.

If you feel there is room for improvement, it may be beneficial to have a quiet discussion with your manager or to exchange ideas with other colleagues.

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#24
  • summer
  • 2024/10/30 (Wed) 23:08
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Thank you all for your answers. The tip is of course split with the kitchen staff at the time. It is not the sole responsibility of the server.
However, since only servers rotate between lunch and dinner shifts, the kitchen staff is not affected. I am a little uncomfortable with the service I give being passed on to other servers as I believe the service I give is included in the customer's tip, but I will try to come to terms with it somewhere.
Thank you !

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#25
  • こまけえな
  • 2024/10/31 (Thu) 20:38
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1 > Each server gets a tip.
24 > Tips are of course split with the kitchen staff at the time. It is not the server's monopoly.

What, the restaurant collects it once ? # That's not what you said 1

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#26
  • キビシイ
  • 2024/10/31 (Thu) 21:08
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The explanation apparently lacks consistency. It is understandable that there is some confusion as to whether each server receives tips directly or whether the restaurant collects them once for distribution with the kitchen staff. Perhaps it would be best to reconfirm this frankly with the staff.

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Conversion of checks upon return to Japan

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#1
  • りー
  • mail
  • 2024/10/21 00:21

This is about refunds for electricity, apartment security deposits, etc. due to a move.

I am requesting a US based agent to receive checks and other mailings upon my return to Japan.
For checks under 5,000 $ I was sent a PDF of the check and was able to redeem it on the US bank app, but if it exceeds the limit, I cannot redeem it on the app.

Does anyone know how to redeem these cases ??

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#2
  • 昭和のおとっつぁん
  • 2024/10/21 (Mon) 08:30
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The person who lived in the apartment here has been back home for three years
and letters have been sent by the IRS, DMV, etc. to the address where he lived.

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#3
  • ボケた高齢者
  • 2024/10/21 (Mon) 09:21
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Either you want to deposit checks or you want to redeem them ? You can't redeem them with the app.

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#14
  • 昭和のおとっつぁん
  • 2024/10/23 (Wed) 08:28
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3

Ask Topi which one.

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#15
  • キビシイ
  • 2024/10/23 (Wed) 08:36
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For checks over $5,000, you can still cash them at a bank, but there might be a hold on the funds for a few days1
. Here are some options:Visit the Issuing Bank: Go to the bank that issued the check (the bank of the person who wrote the check). This can sometimes expedite the process1
.

Your Bank: If you have an account, you can deposit the check there, but be aware there might be a hold on the funds1
.

Check Cashing Services: Places like ACE Cash Express, Check Into Cash, or Money Mart can cash large checks, but they may charge a fee1
.

Retail Stores: Some large retailers like Walmart offer check cashing services1
.

It's a good idea to call ahead and confirm their policies and fees. Do you have a preference for any of these options?

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What you need to know about green card renewal

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  • GCCRENEW
  • mail
  • 2024/09/06 10:15

Any advice would be appreciated.

★ In order to renew my permanent residence, I need

① current green card
② Japanese passport
③ drivers license
④ finger print
⑤ Address and mobile number

Is this enough? ?
Do I also need to provide proof of taxation, bank statements, proof of payment of electricity bills, etc. ?
I would appreciate advice from someone with experience on what documents I need to prepare.

★ Also, can I leave the country once I receive a letter that my application has been accepted?
Or can I leave the country until the card itself arrives?
I am worried about my elderly mother because I don't know what will happen to her anytime soon.

If anyone knows, I would appreciate your advice.

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#22

このトピに対する皆様のコメントを読んでいて、便乗で質問させてください。すみません。

更新は基本、アメリカ国内でとなっていますが、オンラインで申請が出来るということは、日本から申請しても移民局は分からないということでしょうか。そしてもし指紋採取となったときは渡米するしかないと思いますが。。。。
住所もアメリカにあり、子供たちもそこに住んでいます。親の具合が悪く、私だけが現在日本にいます。永住権はまだ切れていません。パスポートのコピーも申請時には提出しなくて良いようなので、これだと日本からオンラインで申請しても、もしかしたらカードが1ヵ月くらいで届くのでしょうか???それともそれは無理な考えでしょうか。
出来る限り親のそばにいてあげたく、11月末に永住権が切れるのでどうしようか悩んでおります。

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#23
  • 昭和のおとっつぁん
  • 2024/10/11 (Fri) 08:03
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You can go to the U.S. Embassy in Japan and inquire about switching your Glynn card.

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#24
  • ほんとつかえなやつ
  • 2024/10/11 (Fri) 09:03
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23 If you don't know, shut up.

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#26
  • 昭和のおとっつぁん
  • 2024/10/11 (Fri) 09:51
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If an American citizen says "Green Card",
they will just ask which credit card.

I guess it would be better to ask at the US embassy in Japan.

You can just inquire and ask.

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#27

#22

You should be able to apply from Japan.
After applying, you will receive a form I-797C at home as proof of acceptance, and even if you don't receive your green card at worst, as others have said, you can enter the country with that form.

I hope Biometrics will be exempted. Take care of your parents.

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Cooking class for beginners

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  • トムトム
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  • 2024/09/03 06:35

I am a beginner and looking for a cooking class near Torrance. I would like to learn general American food if possible, but if it is difficult, I can start with Japanese food. Do you know of any ?

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#9

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#10

Some "Showa-otchan" have posted something totally unhelpful to Topi.

TomTom,

I think you asked the wrong question.

If you live in the Gardena/Torrance area, is there a Japanese/Japanese American meeting place around there? Why don't you go there and ask such a question to someone nearby?

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#12

Well, this is totally unrelated to this topic, but my wife and I have lived in San Fernando Vally, about an hour drive north of Gardena/Torrance, for over 50 years. There are only two elderly Nikkei couples who speak almost no Japanese.

As for the main topic, "I want to learn about American food," there is a TV channel called KCET where I think I saw a program about menus that are commonly eaten in the US. It was a long time ago. Before that, what is "American food"? Hamburgers, beef steaks, beef stew, pork chops, fried chicken, are the only things that come to mind. There is a Norms Restaurant in Gardena/Torrance, isn't there? When I came here 50 years ago, I was single and used to go to Norms Restaurant often. At that time, I could eat anything I wanted as long as I was hungry. If you are a good cook, you know how to cook just by looking at the menu. I don't drink alcohol and I have a sweet tooth, so I often eat Pan Cake and French Toast. Sorry for getting personal.

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#13
  • 昭和のおとっつぁん
  • 2024/09/04 (Wed) 08:29
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There was also an American TV show called Iron Chef America.

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#14
  • TRASH
  • 2024/09/04 (Wed) 10:24
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You can find plenty of them on Youtube. I don't want to pay for a cooking school or a TV show now.

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