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1. (Toyota) Prius 711 view 21 res Free talk Today 13:12
Hi

gasoline is getting more expensive these days, is the hybrid
Prius a good buy ??
2. Someone who knows Las Vegas. 2k view 8 res Free talk Today 00:12
I am going to Las Vegas for the first time in about 10 years.

I'm freaking out that parking is now charged. I used to buy the 24 hour buffet all-you-can-eat and eat all the seafood etc. that...
3. Akasuri Akasuri 663 view 1 res Beauty / Health Yesterday 23:36
Do you know of any spas in OC with red scrubbing ??
4. stain removal 3k view 14 res Problem / Need advice Yesterday 23:11
I am in my 50's and I want to get rid of spots on my face
but I don't know which procedure is best.
If possible, I would like to know
if there are any salons you would recommend.
T...
5. Hina doll display 419 view 1 res Free talk Yesterday 23:11
My boss is looking for a Hina doll set or his granddaughter. I have been looking to buy from Kyugetsu but I am unsure if we will get the shipment on time for the season this year. Do you know if shipm...
6. I want to watch Japanese TV programs for free or a... 2k view 8 res Entertainment Yesterday 19:47
I used to look forward to watching Fuji Television's Japanese-language newscasts in the morning, but the broadcast has come to an end. As I get older, Japanese TV is pleasant to my ears, regardless of...
7. Immigration time at LAX 78 view 0 res Question 2026/04/24 17:14
I will be picking up a friend coming from Japan at LAX soon.
If you have recently picked up someone to LAX who is not a US citizen or Global Entry yourself, how long did it take you to get there ...
8. Anything and everything related to travel to Japan... 1365k view 4585 res Free talk 2026/04/21 14:01
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 anyt...
9. Soba noodle shop in Los Angeles 116 view 0 res Food / Gourmet 2026/04/21 01:35
Does anyone know of a new buckwheat noodle shop that has recently opened ??
10. LA Metro Usage and Safety 546 view 12 res Question 2026/04/19 15:45
We have a tourist from Japan who wants to visit LA by public transportation, but is it safe to use the Metro ( train ) at night, let alone during the day ?
what about the route from downtown LA t...
11. exceeding the speed limit 378 view 4 res Problem / Need advice 2026/04/18 23:03
I have a question about speeding in Los Angeles. I recently got a ticket from the police for going 79 mph on a highway with a speed limit of 65 mph. They said I did not have to go to court, but there ...
12. Let's gather the elderly ! ! 806k view 1071 res Free talk 2026/04/16 23:25
How many elderly people of Japanese descent are living in LA? We would be happy to be a place of rest and relaxation for the elderly who use the Koryu Hiroba. We think the eligibility is from 65 years...
13. Is it possible to change my name to John or Mary i... 1k view 12 res Problem / Need advice 2026/04/16 19:47
I am now a permanent resident and my legal name in the US is my American husband's surname + an old-fashioned-looking Japanese name given to me when I was born in Japan. When I told my American acquai...
14. Tell me about useful services and products in the ... 446 view 8 res Question 2026/04/16 09:02
I'm Mika and I recently moved to Los Angeles.
The other day a friend asked me a question and I was at a loss for an answer, so I'd like to learn a lot from those of you who have lived in the US f...
15. Beauty Salon now ?. 601 view 3 res Local news 2026/04/10 13:54
I used to live in Torrance a long time ago and there used to be a beauty parlor called Fathalia in Hawthone bld. I wonder if they are still in business today. ? The owner of the salon and I were good ...
16. I want to grow kumquat. 1k view 6 res Free talk 2026/04/05 10:56
I love kumquat and want to grow it, but please tell me what to do.

My mother in law has a great kumquat tree, but the landlord says it is self-sown and he has no knowledge of it.

S...
17. Question about ADUs. 2k view 27 res Housing 2026/04/04 18:13
Question about ADU's
Has anyone used the ADU system to build an addition or separation to their back yard ?
I am planning to build an addition to my house from the ADU program and would like...
18. Murmur Plus 880k view 4388 res Free talk 2026/04/01 20:45
Gone again ?
19. [Tell me about it !] You can buy a car first even ... 728 view 6 res Question 2026/03/31 22:56
I am to have the car transferred to a private party, but I found when I looked it up that I can change the car title and I can take possession of the car even if I am in a provisional state, but peopl...
20. Security/Bodyguard 968 view 7 res Problem / Need advice 2026/03/31 18:08
I am currently employed as a city police officer in a city in California.

I am thinking of starting to provide off-duty security/bodyguard services to executives of Japanese companies and ce...
21. International Marriage Has anyone removed the alia... 1k view 11 res Problem / Need advice 2026/03/26 21:00
I am wondering if I should remove my alias at the same time as I renew my passport. The reason is that it is inconvenient for me to not be able to check in online or use any kiosks in the airport. I a...
22. Crypto.com Arena 718 view 2 res Question 2026/03/22 12:14
I would like to go pick up my friend after the game at Crypt.com Arena, but I was wondering if there is a waiting area for pick up cars ? If not, do you have any recommendations on where is the best p...
23. freeshipping.com 332 view 0 res Problem / Need advice 2026/03/03 11:03
I was unknowingly forced to join this membership and I continue to be billed for the membership fee.
I have tried to cancel it many times, but every time I make a reservation or purchase someth...
24. Psychic psychic 798 view 2 res Problem / Need advice 2026/02/08 16:41
Please be aware that the PSYCHIC who calls out to you in or near Beverly Center that your head is foggy is a scammer. I live on Melrose. There used to be a store on Third Street but no longer. I was t...
25. compost 1k view 5 res Free talk 2026/02/04 21:07
I want to do composting in my yard, do you have any recommendations ?

I mainly put vegetable scraps and fruit peels.

I'm thinking of getting a rotary one, but I'm not sure. Can I k...
26. Where to practice bars near Torrance 173 view 0 res Question 2026/02/02 17:31
I have a daughter who wants to practice the iron bars.
Please let me know if there are any parks near Torrance where I can practice the iron bars.

I see a lot of very high bars, but I w...
27. About TAX Returns 1k view 2 res Problem / Need advice 2026/02/02 10:47
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 websi...
28. Qualified person to consult on Form 8621 Accountin... 272 view 0 res Problem / Need advice 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.
29. Car insurance 1k view 10 res Daily life 2026/01/27 21:41
My AAA car insurance rates are going up every year and I'm looking for a better and cheaper policy.
I am a senior living in the SOUTH BAY with about 300 miles per month and have not had any accid...
30. I am in the process of going to court from a traff... 7k view 68 res Problem / Need advice 2026/01/17 19:38
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 ...
31. There was an a**hole in Joshua Tree. 1k view 10 res Problem / Need advice 2026/01/16 10:01
I went to Joshua Tree a few days ago and there was an a*s at the gate. I had a friend with me whose status was a bit questionable and I froze in my car for a moment, but I glanced around the car and w...
32. It's not free. 2k view 6 res Question 2026/01/16 04:34
I know it's a different way of thinking, but I'd like to hear what it's like in general.

As an example, say I receive a Target gift card $ 50.

I buy what I need when I need it. I u...
33. About financial institutions that can be maintaine... 2k view 8 res Problem / Need advice 2026/01/12 13:16
I plan to return to Japan permanently in the near future after returning my U.S. permanent resident status. I need to leave my financial institution in the U.S. for various reasons, including the rece...
34. Do any of you have experience as a Reiver ?? 1k view 13 res Free talk 2026/01/07 21:43
I'm interested in being a lifer, do you have any experience ? I don't want a high income or anything like that, but to enjoy it, I'd like to hear about the system and any disadvantages if there are an...
35. Please tell me about the first sunrise. 556 view 2 res Question 2026/01/02 11:23
Happy New Year everyone!
Every year I go to see the first sunrise near San Pedro, but it was raining in the morning, so I thought it would be impossible ? and gave up going.
But when I looke...
36. Green card renewal 1k view 5 res Question 2025/12/28 10:08
My Green Card will expire at the end of July next year. My mother is currently in the hospital for pneumonia, and if I have to return to Japan in case of emergency, I will probably stay in Japan for a...
37. Obtaining a Social Security Number 926 view 1 res Problem / Need advice 2025/12/27 12:26
I arrived in Torrance on 12/19 as an expat.
I needed a social security number ASAP and was able to get an appointment at the Compton office on 12/26, but it was cancelled due to a sudden office c...
38. New legal developments, GC, and citizenship 2k view 12 res Free talk 2025/12/22 18:18
Regarding the information on the information board about GC retention and maintenance, I thought this was a predictable development. I have been in the US for over 40 years, but I am still a GC holder...
39. Tell us about your experience with swimming lesson... 1k view 4 res Question 2025/12/19 01:29
Nice to meet you. We will be living near Park La Brea next year.
I would like to enroll my 6 year old daughter in swimming.

If you know of any swimming schools near Park La Brea or with...
40. Convert Japanese Yen to Dollars 1k view 3 res Question 2025/12/17 13:26
Ladies and gentlemen, when converting Japanese money to dollars, which conversion rate is better, in Japan or in the U.S. ? If in Japan, how about converting to dollars at the foreign exchange at Nari...
41. Immigration inspection after receiving a warning 1k view 5 res Problem / Need advice 2025/12/17 01:34
I was doing private tours with Vima and Loco Tavi, and I got a letter from California Public Utilities saying that I had received a warning notice.
I think the customer who picked me up took a pi...
42. Looking for a pineapple ・ parisienne lash lift in ... 232 view 0 res Beauty / Health 2025/12/15 16:29
I am looking for a lash spa or Parisienne Lash Lift in the Orange County area.
I would appreciate it if you could tell me where the results are good every time and cost effective.
Thank you ...
43. Wi-Fi in Japan Travel 3k view 25 res Other 2025/12/14 15:05
I am planning to go to Japan for the first time in a long time. Before Corona, I used to rent a Japanese cell phone or portable Wi-Fi when going to Japan. When I went to Canada, I used Verizon's Trave...
44. Confession 1k view 2 res Free talk 2025/12/04 14:57
David, sorry 🙏🙇‍ ♀ ️
really sorry
45. International Baggage 406 view 1 res Question 2025/11/28 20:32
For a return trip from Japan to the U.S., there is a service that delivers suitcases from a place of lodging in Japan to the airport at the destination. However, it is not possible for this trip becau...
46. Uber Delivery 756 view 3 res Daily life 2025/11/25 16:55
Uber Delivery is a service that allows you to, for example, go to the post office, pay for the postage and drop it off, or go to the library and check out a book.
47. (Toyota) Prius 1k view 7 res Free talk 2025/11/18 19:34
Nice to meet you

Recently, I often see Prius being bought and sold
Is its popularity declining ?
The Prius was the most popular hybrid, but recently there are many
hybrid cars...
48. global entry 734 view 1 res Question 2025/11/17 07:58
I am a Global Entry holder.
I have a green card renewal this time and I renewed it but received a letter for a 3 year extension. My Global Entry expired to return home temporarily this time and I...
49. ICE 3k view 18 res Free talk 2025/11/11 12:24
I have recently heard news of deportations by ICE,
and I would like to share any such stories
that you have heard of near you.
50. Recommended Yakitori near Santa Monica and Marina ... 297 view 0 res Food / Gourmet 2025/11/03 10:15
Hi ! I recently moved to the Santa Monica area.
My husband's birthday is coming up soon and he wants to eat yakitori, but I'm not familiar with this area...I would like to know your recommendatio...