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    • Useful info / Finance / Insurance
    • 2026/11/13 (Fri)

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    [Free ・ In-Person Seminar] What You Need to Know About ！ Retirement Savings and Long-Term Care in the U.S. ｜ December 5 （ (Sat) ） in Torrance

    Among those who have lived in the United States for many years, there are likely some who think, “I might return to Japan in the future” or “I’d like to travel back and forth between Japan and the U.S. after I retire.” In that case, can you still receive U.S. Social Security benefits even while living in Japan? ？ Also, can long-term care insurance purchased in the U.S. be used if you need long-term care in Japan or another country? ？

    Of course, even for those who plan to retire in the U.S., important considerations include at what age to start receiving Social Security, how to prepare for future long-term care costs, and how to secure a stable income after retirement.

    When it comes to preparing for retirement, people tend to focus on building up assets through 401(k)s or IRAs, but once you actually retire, it becomes crucial to determine how to utilize the assets you’ve accumulated to support your long retirement.

    On Saturday, December 5 （ ）, we will be holding a free in-person seminar in Torrance titled “What You Need to Know About Retirement Savings and Long-Term Care in the U.S.”

    While our seminars are usually held via Zoom, this time we invite you to join us in person at the venue, where we’ll explain in an easy-to-understand way how Social Security, Long-Term Care （ coverage ）, and how to build a stable retirement income work.

    [What You’ll Learn at This Seminar]

    ① Social Security （ Public Pension ）
    As a general rule, you can start receiving Social Security old-age benefits at age 62, but the monthly benefit amount varies depending on the age at which you begin receiving benefits. Additionally, for married couples, spousal benefits and survivor benefits also come into play. In this seminar, I will discuss the basics of receiving benefits, the latest rules, the differences based on when you start receiving benefits, and key points you should know to maximize your benefit amount. We will also explain whether you can continue to receive U.S. Social Security benefits if you return to Japan, as well as how benefits are handled while living abroad.

    ② Long-Term Care （ Long-Term Care Coverage)
    In the United States, the costs of future long-term care could have a significant impact on your retirement assets. I’ll introduce the risks of needing long-term care, your current situation, estimated long-term care costs, and the main options for preparing for long-term care. Furthermore, I’ll discuss whether long-term care coverage purchased in the U.S. can be used if you require care overseas, including in Japan.

    ③ Retirement Income （ Retirement Income ）
    After retirement, it’s not just about growing your assets—it’s also important to secure your monthly living expenses. We’ll discuss how to combine Social Security with personal assets, as well as approaches to securing lifetime income using annuities （ ）.

    [Recommended for the following individuals]

    - People in their late 40s through 60s who are ready to start seriously planning for retirement
    - People who are unsure at what age they should start receiving Social Security benefits
    - Those considering returning to Japan in the future or living a life that involves traveling back and forth between Japan and the U.S.
    - Those concerned about future long-term care costs
    - Those who want to consider how to utilize assets such as 401(k)s and IRAs after retirement
    - Those who want to know how to secure a stable retirement income even if they live a long life
    - Those who want to learn what preparations they can make now—not only for themselves but also for their families

    [Date & Time ・ Location]

    December 5 （ Sat ） 2:00 PM ～ 4:30 PM

    Registration begins 2:00 PM
    Seminar begins ： 2:10 PM

    Venue ： Office Seminar Room
    21151 S Western Ave, Torrance, CA 90501

    Admission Fee ： Free
    Format ： In-person seminar （ On-site only ）
    *There will be no Zoom broadcast.

    [Schedule for the Day]

    2:00 PM Registration begins
    2: 10 PM Social Security （ 40 minutes ）
    2:50 PM Break （ 5 minutes ）
    2:55 PM Long-Term -Term Care ・ Long-Term Care （ 30 minutes ）
    3:25 PM Break （ 5 minutes ）
    3: 30 PM Retirement Income ・ Retirement Income （ 30 minutes ）
    4: 00 PM Q&A ・ Information on Individual Consultations
    4:30 PM Scheduled End Time

    [Speaker Profile]
    Takeshi Yashima （ ）
    Financial Consultant / RSSA ® （ Registered Social Security Analyst ）

    Majored in Finance at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. While working at a Japanese company for about 10 years, I began investing in real estate and precious metals around 2010, gaining experience and learning about wealth building and finance. I entered the financial industry in 2013 and have been providing financial services related to life insurance, annuities, and retirement planning for over 13 years. I also hold the RSSA （ Registered Social Security Analyst ） certification and have deepened my specialized knowledge of the Social Security benefits system. I focus particularly on helping those in their late 40s and beyond—the pre-retirement generation—as well as those who have already retired, to prepare for the future through retirement planning and financial education.

    [For Those Interested in Attending]

    This event is a free in-person seminar in Torrance. Since there will be no Zoom broadcast, it is intended for those who can attend in person. This is an opportunity to learn about Social Security, long-term care coverage, and retirement income all at once. The content is designed to be helpful not only for those planning to retire in the U.S. but also for those considering a future return to Japan. We aim to explain these topics as clearly as possible, even for those who have not studied finance or retirement planning in depth before.

    If you’d like to attend, please register via the link below or by scanning the QR code on the flyer.

    We look forward to seeing you there.

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    • Useful info / Finance / Insurance
    • 2026/11/13 (Fri)

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    [Free First Session] What You Need to Know Before You Start Investing ｜ Investment 101

    "I want to start investing, but I don't know what to buy."

    Have you ever thought something like that? ？

    In the U.S., there are various investment options, such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and ETFs. However, before deciding which one to choose, it’s important to understand how investing works in the first place and why people invest.

    For example, what’s the difference between keeping your money in a bank and investing it? ？ Also, while investing offers the potential to grow your money, what kinds of risks are involved? ？

    On Monday, November 16 （ ）, our Zoom seminar “Investment 101” will explain these basic investment concepts in a way that’s easy to understand, even for beginners.

    [What You’ll Learn in This Seminar]

    ・ Why invest? ？
    ・ How does money grow? ？
    What types of investments are there, and what are their characteristics? ？

    This seminar is recommended not only for those who want to start investing but also for those who are already building wealth through a 401(k) or IRA and wish to review the basics.

    You don’t necessarily need to start with complex financial knowledge. We hope this will serve as an opportunity for you to understand the basics and consider the best approach to building your wealth.

    [Date and Time]

    November 16 （ Monday ） 6:00 p.m. （ Pacific Time (PT) ）
    8:00 p.m. Central Time (CT) ） ／ 9:00 p.m. （ Eastern Time (ET) ）

    Format ： Online Zoom ）
    Language ： Japanese
    Participation Fee ： Free for the first session （ Please contact us for fees for subsequent sessions ）
    [Instructor Profile]

    Natsuko Mukai
    Financial Consultant

    [For Those Interested in Attending]

    First-time participants may attend for free. If you have attended a seminar in the past, please contact us separately regarding your participation.

    If you would like to attend, please register via the link below. We will send Zoom meeting details to those who register.

    We look forward to seeing you there.

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    First time free

    • Useful info / Finance / Insurance
    • 2026/11/11 (Wed)

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    [Free First Session] Investment 101 ｜ Investment Basics for People Living in the U.S.

    "I'm interested in investing, but I don't know where to start." "I want to build wealth for the future, but investing seems difficult and makes me anxious … "

    Have you ever felt that way? ？

    When living in the U.S., you probably hear terms related to investing and building wealth—such as 401(k), IRA, stocks, and bonds—quite often. However, there are surprisingly few opportunities to learn the basics—how each of these works, what their characteristics are, and what risks they entail.

    When it comes to investing, we tend to focus on which stocks will go up or which products to choose, but before that, it’s important to understand why we invest in the first place and how money actually grows.

    In this Zoom seminar, “Investment 101,” we’ll clearly explain the basic concepts of wealth building for those who are just starting to learn about investing.

    [What You’ll Learn in This Seminar]

    ・ Why do we invest? ？
    ・ How does money grow? ？
    Types of Investments and Their Characteristics

    For example, what is the difference between investing and saving? ？ Also, there are various types of investments—what are their characteristics, and what should you be mindful of? ？

    Acquiring basic knowledge before you start investing will help you determine the wealth-building method that’s right for you.

    This session is recommended not only for those who want to start investing but also for those who are already building wealth through a 401(k) or similar plan and wish to revisit the basics. No specialized knowledge is required, so please feel free to join us.

    [Date and Time]

    November 16 （ Mon ） 6:00 PM （ Pacific Time (PT) ）
    8:00 PM Central Time (CT) ） ／ 9:00 PM （ Eastern Time (ET) ）

    Format ： Online Zoom ）
    Language ： Japanese
    Participation Fee ： Free for the first session （ Please contact us regarding fees for subsequent sessions ）
    [Instructor Profile]

    Natsuko Mukai
    Financial Consultant

    [For Those Interested in Attending]

    This seminar is free for first-time attendees. If you have attended a seminar in the past and are interested in this topic, please contact us separately to discuss participation.

    If you would like to attend, please register via the link below. We will send Zoom meeting details to those who register.

    Whether you’re thinking about building wealth for the future or don’t know anything about investing yet, why not start by learning the basics? ？

    We look forward to seeing you there.

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    • Useful info / Finance / Insurance
    • 2026/11/10 (Tue)

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    Social Security benefits start at age 62 ？ or you can wait until age 70 ？. Have you ever thought about which benefit start age is right for you? ？

    When considering retirement in the U.S., Social Security （ Social Security benefits ） is likely a major concern for many people. You can start receiving benefits as early as age 62, or you can wait until age 70 to increase your monthly benefit amount. However, I imagine many people are unsure about the best age to start receiving benefits.

    In my conversations with many people over the years, I’ve received questions such as, “I heard it’s better to wait until age 70,” “Won’t I lose out if I don’t start receiving benefits early?” and “For married couples, which spouse should start receiving benefits first?”

    It’s true that delaying the start of your Social Security benefits increases your monthly payment. However, waiting until age 70 isn’t necessarily the best choice for everyone.

    For example, the situation differs when considering the best age to start receiving benefits for someone who plans to retire at age 65 versus someone who plans to work until age 70. Additionally, the approach varies depending on whether you have sufficient retirement savings or rely on Social Security to cover your monthly living expenses.

    Furthermore, the situation becomes a bit more complicated for married couples. This is because not only your own benefit amount but also spousal benefits （ Spousal Benefit ） and survivor benefits （ Survivor Benefit ）—which are paid if one of you passes away—come into play.

    For example, if the higher-earning spouse in a couple delays starting to receive benefits, this may affect future survivor benefits. On the other hand, there is also the issue of where to secure the money for living expenses while delaying receipt of benefits.

    In other words, when it comes to Social Security, it’s not just a matter of “at what age should I start receiving benefits to get the most ？ ”—it’s important to consider your own and your family’s circumstances, as well as your overall retirement plan.

    [We also handle consultations such as these]

    ・ You’re unsure whether to start receiving Social Security at age 62 or wait until age 70
    ・ Depending on your benefit start age,
    ・ I’d like to know how much my monthly benefit amount will change
    ・ I’d like to discuss how each spouse should determine their benefit start age
    ・ If I have been divorced, I would like to confirm whether I am eligible for benefits based on my former spouse’s record
    ・ I would like to plan my post-retirement income by combining Social Security, a 401(k), IRAs, annuities, and other options to plan for my post-retirement income

    [About Personalized Social Security Analyses]

    I am a certified RSSA （ Registered Social Security Analyst ） and provide personalized analyses regarding Social Security benefits and assistance with retirement planning.

    In a personalized analysis, I not only compare the differences in monthly benefit amounts based on the age at which you start receiving benefits, but I also review your marital history, your spouse’s eligibility for benefits, and your future employment plans to help you understand what options are available to you.

    Furthermore, Social Security is only a portion of your retirement income. For example, if you delay claiming benefits until age 70, you may need to draw on your 401(k) or IRA to cover living expenses in the meantime. Conversely, if you start receiving benefits early, you’ll need to consider how the lower monthly benefit amount will affect your future living expenses.

    For this reason, we believe it’s important not to consider Social Security in isolation, but to assess the overall balance by including other retirement assets and income sources.

    Of course, just because you’ve received a personalized analysis doesn’t mean you have to sign up for any new financial products. I believe it’s important to first understand the system and your options so that you can make a decision you feel confident about.

    [Consultant Profile]

    Takeshi Yashima （ ）

    Majored in Finance at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. While working at a Japanese company for about 10 years, he gained experience in real estate and precious metals investments starting around 2010, learning about wealth building and finance. He began his career in the financial industry in 2013 and has been providing financial services related to life insurance, annuities, and retirement planning for over 13 years. In addition, I obtained the RSSA （ Registered Social Security Analyst ） certification in March 2026 and am deepening my specialized knowledge of the Social Security benefits system. I place great importance on financial education—not just introducing financial products, but ensuring clients understand how they work so they can make informed, confident choices.

    [Your first one-on-one consultation is free]

    “I don’t know at what age I should start receiving Social Security benefits”
    “My spouse and I want to discuss our retirement ages together.”
    “It’s time to start thinking concretely about my monthly income after retirement.”

    If any of this applies to you, please feel free to contact us.

    Consultations are available in Japanese. We offer both in-person ・ and online （ via Zoom ） options. During the initial consultation, we’ll discuss your current situation and answer your questions, and if necessary, we’ll guide you through a detailed personalized analysis.

    For many people, Social Security is a vital source of income that supports their lifestyle after retirement. That is precisely why we believe it is important for you to understand your options before you start receiving benefits and to make a decision only after you are fully satisfied with your understanding.

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    • Useful info / Professional
    • 2026/11/06 (Fri)

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    The reason relationships don't work out is...

    I often have the opportunity to hear stories from various people about their divorces or relationships that didn’t work out.
    Among the reasons why things didn’t work out...

    ⚪︎Not communicating enough, tending toward negative thinking
    ⚪︎Holding back what they want to say, being too close
    ⚪︎No willingness to compromise, too much pride
    ⚪︎Low self-esteem, incompatible values regarding money
    ⚪︎Still dealing with past trauma, lack of empathy
    ⚪︎ Expecting too much from others and trying to change them,
    ⚪︎ Not trying to understand the other person, poor emotional control...
    ⚪︎ Complaining about or feeling dissatisfied with the unconditional love received from others, without showing any gratitude.

    If you don’t need something, just politely decline.
    You should be grateful just for the kindness shown to you and express your thanks.

    If you have these tendencies, please be mindful of them.
    Love, Miwako

    • Useful info / Finance / Insurance
    • 2026/11/05 (Thu)

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    [Special Update] U.S. Stocks Plunge ！ The Retirement Column has been updated ！ 📢

    "Retirement Column" provides useful information for retiring in the United States.

    In response to the sharp decline in the U.S. stock market on November 5, we have published a special column.

    While it has been reported that the results of the midterm elections played a role, is that really the only cause? ？

    This is likely a concerning development, especially for those who are building up assets through 401(k)s, IRAs, and other retirement accounts, or those nearing retirement, this is likely a concerning development.

    But haven’t you wondered: ？

    ✅ Was this sharp drop in stock prices ？
    ✅ What’s the connection between the midterm election results and the stock market? ？
    ✅ How will this affect my 401\ (k) or IRA? ？
    ✅ If stock prices fall right before or after retirement, why should you be cautious? ？

    In this column, I address these questions and explain the retirement planning principles you should be aware of when the market experiences significant volatility.

    Additionally, in our regular column published on November 3, titled “Do You Still Hold the Life Insurance Policies and Annuities You Purchased 10 Years Ago for the Same Reasons? ？,” we discuss the importance of reviewing policies you’ve held for many years.

    Going forward, we will continue to provide information on retirement topics—including Social Security, 401(k)s, IRAs, annuities, and long-term care （ insurance ）—information on retirement planning that is especially important to consider starting in your 50s.

    📖 You can read our latest retirement column via the links below ！

    . Please take a look when you have a moment.

    Takeshi Yashima （ ）
    Financial Consultant / RSSA ®

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    • Useful info / Professional
    • 2026/11/04 (Wed)

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    People who are happy in their marriages are

    Not only in the U.S., but Japan’s divorce rate has been rising, too.

    Marrying the wrong person...
    Rushing into marriage because you wanted a family, even though your personalities didn’t mesh…
    Getting married because of financial hardship…
    Divorcing because your personalities and tastes have changed completely since you first met…

    The reasons vary.

    Many people believe that getting married will make them happy, but
    it also depends on whether you’re willing to make the effort to build a family together with your partner and whether you can properly share responsibilities while supporting each other in your life together.

    A marriage with someone who expects their partner to cater to them like a customer or who shifts all responsibility onto their partner is likely to end in a quick breakup.

    People whose marriages succeed marry “this person exactly as they are right now.”
    They are prepared to build a home together and strive to overcome both the good times and the difficult times side by side.

    People whose marriages don’t work out marry someone thinking, “This person will change someday.”

    People who are in a hurry to get married harbor the one-sided expectation that their partner will surely change—even if they have flaws—and end up divorcing, left with nothing but illusions and disappointment.

    When choosing a marriage partner, rather than focusing on appearance, age, or material possessions, it’s best to consider whether you can spend your life together. Be honest with each other, open up, and spend a reasonable amount of time （ living together ）.

    Love, Miwako

    • Useful info / Life / Housing
    • 2026/11/04 (Wed)

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    Three reasons why real estate values are declining

    3 Reasons Your Home’s Value Might Drop ｜ Key Points to Know Before Selling

    I’m Kimi Matsumoto, a real estate agent in Southern California.

    When you start thinking about selling your home, isn’t the one thing everyone wonders about

    “How much will my house sell for? ？ ”

    ?

    A property’s value isn’t determined solely by its size, age, or location.

    In fact, there are three main types of factors that can lower a home’s value.

    In this article, we’ll introduce three key points you should know before considering a sale.

    1. Physical Deterioration （ Physical Deterioration ）

    This refers to the house itself getting old or damaged.

    For example,

    * Roof deterioration or leaks
    * Problems with plumbing or electrical systems
    * termite damage
    * damage to exterior walls or floors
    * repair work that has been neglected for many years

    are some examples.

    You should be especially careful not to leave minor issues unaddressed for long periods of time.

    What might have been a simple repair at first can lead to significant repair costs as time goes on.

    Keeping your home in good condition also helps preserve its resale value.

    2. Decline in the Value of the Surrounding Environment and Neighborhood （ Economic Obsolescence ）

    The second type involves cases where the cause lies not in the house itself, but in the environment surrounding it.

    For example,

    * Deterioration of employment and economic conditions in the surrounding area
    * an increase in vacant or neglected properties in the neighborhood
    * a deterioration in local public safety and living conditions
    * a decline in transportation convenience
    * a decrease in housing demand in the surrounding area

    and so on.

    This type of decline in value is difficult for homeowners to remedy through their own efforts alone.

    Conversely, the area’s appeal can sometimes increase due to the development of new commercial facilities or transportation infrastructure, or the presence of popular school districts.

    Real estate value depends not only on the house itself but also on how highly the neighborhood is regarded as a desirable place to live.

    3. Functional Obsolescence （ ）

    The third factor is when a home’s floor plan or amenities no longer align with current lifestyles or buyers’ needs.

    For example,

    * There are four bedrooms but only one bathroom
    * The kitchen is cramped and impractical
    * There is extremely little storage space
    * A floor plan that doesn’t suit modern living
    * Old fixtures and outdated designs

    and so on.

    Even floor plans that were common in the past may be perceived as inconvenient by today’s buyers.

    Another factor that is surprisingly often overlooked is excessive remodeling.

    For example, if the surrounding homes have relatively simple designs, but your home alone features very expensive fixtures or luxurious interior finishes.

    It is not guaranteed that those costs will be directly reflected in the selling price.

    When remodeling, it’s important to consider not only your own preferences but also the price range of neighboring homes and the needs of potential buyers.

    Summary ： What You Can Do to Protect Your Home’s Value

    The three factors that influence a home’s value are:

    1. Physical Deterioration
    2. Decline in the Value of the Surrounding Environment and Neighborhood
    3. Decline in Functional Value, Such as Floor Plans and Amenities

    .

    Of these, there are some aspects you can improve on your own, and others you cannot.

    Especially if you are thinking about selling your home, please take a moment to pause and consider your options before spending a large amount of money on remodeling.

    Expensive remodeling isn’t always necessary to increase the selling price.

    Where should you repair? Where should you improve? And where is it better not to spend money?

    It’s important to determine this in advance.

    If you’re thinking about selling your home in Southern California or would like to know the approximate market value of your current home, please feel free to contact me.

    Kimi Matsumoto
    REALTOR ® | CalDRE #01965013
    Keller Williams Whittier / Chino Hills

    An Independent Affiliate of Keller Williams Whittier / Chino Hills

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    • Useful info / Professional
    • 2026/11/01 (Sun)

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    Depending on the person...

    Even if you convey the same message, how your feelings are received varies depending on the person.
    An open-minded person will accept your feelings honestly.
    But a cynical person seems to twist and distort them.
    With people like that, no matter how you phrase it, the result will be the same.
    Don’t worry about it every time; just think that you did what you could and did the right thing.

    Furthermore, many people with a strong victim mentality seem to mistakenly believe that, even though they are living “purely, righteously, and beautifully,” they are being hindered by bad people.

    The way of life of those who lack the humility to reflect on whether they themselves might have any faults is neither pure, nor righteous, nor beautiful.
    On the contrary, such a way of life is often extremely harmful.

    Let’s accept the kindness others show us with an open heart and never forget to be grateful, no matter what.
    Love, Miwako

    • Useful info / Medical
    • 2026/10/30 (Fri)

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    My feet hurt when I wear heels⚡Maybe it's my big toe ？.

    Due to a bunion, the base of your toe feels numb and tingling, especially when walking for long periods of time.

    Do you have a constant feeling of pressure on the base of your toes ？

    We make custom-made shoe insoles （ Orthotics ） to improve your big toe pain.

    If you feel pain or discomfort in your feet, we recommend that you go to the hospital as soon as possible.

    Please contact us if you are interested.

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    • Useful info / Medical
    • 2026/10/28 (Wed)

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    My feet hurt when I wear heels⚡Maybe it's my big toe ？.

    Due to a bunion, the base of your toe feels numb and tingling, especially when walking for long periods of time.

    Do you have a constant feeling of pressure on the base of your toes ？

    We make custom-made shoe insoles （ Orthotics ） to improve your big toe pain.

    If you feel pain or discomfort in your feet, we recommend that you go to the hospital as soon as possible.

    Please contact us if you are interested.

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    • Useful info / Professional
    • 2026/10/28 (Wed)

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    Are you looking for a job in the U.S., thinking about changing jobs, or want to work in the U.S. in the future
    Are you thinking about "changing jobs in the U.S." or "finding a job in the U.S." ？

    To realize your dream of working in the U.S., you need to overcome several obstacles such as work visa
    Step ・ by ・ step by step, overcoming several obstacles such as work visa, etc.

    "Who should I talk to ？?" and "Where should I find a job ？?
    There are many aspects of looking for a job in the U.S. that are different from those in Japan that I don't understand.

    Sometimes QUICK USA, Inc. is like a marathon runner. And sometimes like a coach leading a team. We support job seekers from a professional standpoint in order to secure the goal of "changing jobs ・ in the U.S.".
    What does "working" mean to you ？ There must be more to it than just making money. Why don't we start our conversation from such a place ？

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    If you are thinking of "changing jobs in the US" or "finding a job in the US", Please register for free at Quick USA's homepage. We have jobs in Los Angeles, New York, Texas, Michigan, Illinois, Georgia, and all over the United States. We will introduce you to jobs in the U.S. where you can make the most of your career and expectations, free of charge. We do our best to help you find a job in the U.S. that meets your career aspirations. Our service is free of charge to our clients from the time of registration to the time you join our company. It is a free service!

    ☆ ☆ STEP 1 : Register for free on our website ☆ ☆
    If you are new to our service, please register online on our website （ www.919usa.com ） and click on the "Register" button. Please register online by clicking on the "Register" button on the homepage of our website . A resume in English is required for registration. Please prepare a Word or PDF file of your resume.

    *If you are busy, you can also use our Express Registration service by sending your resume by e-mail.
    E-mail:quickla@919usa.com
    Please send us your resume in English as an attachment. We will contact you shortly.

    ☆ ☆ STEP 2 : Counseling ☆ ☆
    Our recruiting consultants are experienced in various industries and positions and can provide objective career assessment and resume writing advice. We provide objective career assessment and resume writing advice to those who wish to apply.

    ☆ ☆ STEP 3 : Provide job information ☆ ☆
    From a large number of job information, we will introduce you to jobs that best suit your aptitude and needs, considering your experience and preferences that we have heard through counseling. We are able to quickly learn about trends in the job market.

    ☆ ☆ STEP 4 : Recommendation to a company ・ Interview with a company ☆ ☆
    We will recommend you to a company after fully explaining about the company and job contents and confirming your willingness to apply. You can apply to multiple companies at the same time. We also take responsibility for arranging interviews on your behalf.

    ☆ ☆ STEP 5 : Offer ・ Joining the company ☆ ☆
    We will inform you of the interview results.
    We will also take your intentions into consideration and coordinate details such as employment conditions and the date of joining the company. We will follow up with you even after you join our company. Please feel free to consult with us about anything.

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    📌For companies considering hiring 📌
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    If you are looking to hire in the US, please contact us. In this era, it is increasingly important to have effective and efficient human resources strategies to attract and retain people for the purpose of organizational growth and vitality. Quick USA offers flexible human resource ・ solutions to meet the needs of diverse businesses and organizational structures to maximize the use of the people you really need, when you need them. We promise to always be a reliable and professional "External Human Resources Department" to help you achieve your business objectives.

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    About QUICK USA , Inc.
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    QUICK USA, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of Japan's Quick Corporation （ Code ： 4318 TSE First Section ）. As a member of the Quick Group, Quick USA, Inc. is engaged in the business of connecting people and companies and provides comprehensive human resources services in the United States. Based on the management philosophy of "Making everyone happy" and "Contributing to society through the human resources and information business", we are engaged in the human resources services business, including placement of ・ and temporary staffing of human resources. We are building a network of human resources with a global perspective and meeting the needs of our registrants as a reliable recruiting ・ consultant and corporate human resources staff as a professional human resources strategic partner, with integrity and reliability.

    QUICK USA, Inc.
    www.919usa.com
    www.919usanews.com
    970 W. 190th Street, Suite 440, Torrance, CA 90502 Phone: 310-323-9190 Please mention that you saw Vivinavi
    E-mail: quickla@919usa.com

    転職サポートキャリアアップOPT就労先サポート正社員/派遣雇用無料サービス

    Career Opportunities in the U.S. ・ We will help you find a job for free ！
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    • Useful info / Education / Lesson
    • 2026/10/25 (Sun)

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    Japanplogy Fair - Kimonos and Japanese Traditional Goods -

    Announcement of the Highly Popular ＼ ＼ Japanplogy Fair ／ ／

    Featuring vintage kimonos, haori, accessories, handmade jewelry, soap, aromatherapy products
    natural skincare, Japanese crafts, handmade chocolate, and more—this is a hugely popular event.

    The remaining events for this year are listed below, so please be sure to join us.

    ☑ ️August 1\ (Sat ） 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM

    ☑ ️October 3\ (Sat ） 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM

    ☑ ️December 5\ (Sat ） 10:00 AM–3:30 PM

    Location ：
    Orange Island Culture Salon
    17811 Sky Park Cir. #J, Irvine, CA 92614

    • Useful info / Beauty / Health
    • 2026/10/21 (Wed)

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    Are you concerned about redness or oiliness on your scalp? ？ Japanese-Style Head Spa × IRUTEO

    Do you have any concerns about a greasy scalp, odor, or dryness? ？

    Even if you shampoo every day, sebum and dirt can still remain on your scalp.

    For scalp care like this, SANSAN HAIR recommends **the Japanese scalp care product “IRUTEO （ Iruteo ）”**.

    IRUTEO’s Scalp Clean Gel is designed to remove sebum and dirt that regular shampooing alone cannot fully eliminate.

    At SANSAN HAIR, we combine this IRUTEO product with a head spa treatment that incorporates Japanese-style shiatsu.

    It’s not just about washing your hair—you can enjoy a pleasant, relaxing experience while we carefully care for your scalp.

    All of our staff members have over 10 years of experience as hairstylists.

    Our experienced hairstylists will perform the treatment while carefully assessing the condition of each client’s scalp.

    “My scalp hasn’t been feeling refreshed lately.”
    “My usual shampoo just isn’t enough.”

    If this sounds like you, please give it a try.

    Experience Japan’s signature, meticulous scalp care right here in the U.S.

    📍 SANSAN HAIR / Costa Mesa

    You can make a reservation online.

    • Useful info / Life / Housing
    • 2026/10/19 (Mon)

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    Have you decided whether to rent out or sell your property before you return to Japan ？?

    Many people wonder
    "Should I sell my home or investment property in the U.S. before returning to Japan?

    Especially before returning to Japan, there are many things to think about such as moving preparations ・ children's school ・ visa and tax matters, and it is easy to put off thinking about the property.

    However, the preparation process, the time required, and how to manage the property after returning home are very different between selling and renting.

    For example, it is important to confirm the following points in advance.

    ・ Current market value
    ・ Assumed rent if renting
    ・ Balance with mortgage and HOA
    ・ How to manage after returning
    ・ Future to US Possibility of returning
    ・ Tax implications

    Even if you are at the "I haven't decided whether to sell or rent yet" stage.
    First, knowing the current property value and rental demand will help you sort out your options.

    If you have any concerns about real estate in the Orange County area before you return home, please feel free to contact us in Japanese.
    Rather than forcefully recommending a sale, we will work with you to sort out the advantages and cautions of each of selling ・ and renting, depending on your situation.

    If you wish, we can also provide you with a brief market value check and an estimate of what it would cost to rent.

    Please feel free to message us.

    📩 Free Home Value Appraisal

    Why not start by finding out the value of your current home ？

    Japanese ・ English is also available. Please feel free to contact us.

    Natsuko Hedges Natsuko Onuma
    🏡 Keller Williams Realty
    📲619-210-9970
    👩‍💼DRE# 02238651
    💌Natsuko.Hedges@kw.com

    Online

    📩 Free consultation ： Sale appraisal ・ Free rental market check. Please feel fre...

    • Useful info / Finance / Insurance
    • 2026/10/16 (Fri)

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    [Retirement Column Update] Social Security Benefits to Increase by 3.6% in 2027 ！ This Affects Even Those Who Haven't Started Receiving Benefits Yet ？

    **The Retirement Column has been updated ！ 📢**

    The “Retirement Column” provides useful information on retiring in the United States.

    In this installment, we’re covering the ** **the 2027 COLA （ Cost-of-Living Adjustment ・ ）** announced by the Social Security Administration （ SSA ）.

    A **3.6% increase** in Social Security benefits for 2027 has been announced.

    But, you might be wondering about this: ？

    ✅ What exactly is COLA? ？

    ✅ If benefits increase by 3 .6% increase— how much will your monthly payment actually change? ？

    ✅ This also affects people who aren’t yet receiving Social Security benefits ？

    ✅ What is the relationship between inflation and retirement planning? ？

    In this column, we explain these questions in an easy-to-understand way.

    In addition, in the previous column, under the theme **“It’s Important for Couples to Plan for Social Security Together: ？ What You Should Know Before Starting Benefits”**, we introduced spousal and survivor benefits.

    Going forward, we plan to share information on retirement planning—not just Social Security, but also 401(k)s, IRAs, annuities, and long-term care （ care coverage ）—information on retirement planning that is especially important to consider starting in your 50s.

    📖 You can view our latest retirement column via the link below ！

    Please take a look when you have a moment.

    Takeshi Yashima （ ）
    Financial Consultant / RSSA ®

    リタイアメント資産形成老後資金ソーシャルセキュリティーCOLA
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    • Useful info / Professional
    • 2026/11/14 (Sat)
    Vivinavi Los Angeles

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    Do you have VHS tapes gathering dust at your parents' house? ？ Digitize your memories ｜ VHS → Digital ・ DVD conversion ｜ 1 tape $ 30–

    Old family videos, footage from your childhood, VHS tapes you brought from Japan … …
    —aren’t they just gathering dust in your closet or garage, with you thinking, “I’ll watch these someday”? ？
    📼 Before you throw away your VHS tapes, why not take a look at what’s on them? ？

    VHS tapes degrade over time, causing the video and audio quality to deteriorate—and eventually, they may become unplayable.

    At Media Focus, we offer a service to convert your precious VHS recordings into MP4 digital files or DVDs.

    Once digitized, your videos will be easier to watch on computers ・, smartphones ・, and TVs, making it simple to share them with family or save them to the cloud.

    We highly recommend this service for year-end organizing or during the holiday season when families gather.
    Why not revisit your old family videos together? ？

    [VHS Digitization Fees ／ Per Tape]

    Up to 30 minutes $ 30
    31 –60 minutes $ 46
    61–90 minutes $ 64
    91 ~120 minutes $ 79

    Digital Data Delivery ： Free
    MP4 files will be delivered via USB or download.

    If you would like a DVD ： + $ 8 / discs

    Standard turnaround time ： Approximately 3–5 days

    We welcome requests for multiple tapes at once.
    Even if you’re unsure how many tapes you have or whether they’ll play, please feel free to contact us first.

    *Please note that conversion may not be possible depending on the condition of the tapes.
    *Please note that we cannot convert certain videos due to copyright restrictions, such as commercially released movies ・ and TV shows.

    Before you lose access to your precious memories, why not preserve them digitally? ？

    Feel free to contact us by phone ・, text ・, or email.

    VHSダビング思い出の動画デジタル化家庭用ビデオ

    🎁 Exclusive to Bibinavi ： For orders of 5 or more $ 20 OFF

    • Useful info / Restaurant / Gourmet
    • 2026/11/14 (Sat)
    Vivinavi Hawaii

    【1人$15‼️】W SAUNAのBlack Friday限定キャンペーン開催！11/26まで 🖤♨️

    カカアコのプライベートサウナ「W SAUNA」では、
    11月3日（火）〜26日（木）の期間限定で、Black Fridayキャンペーン「Black Friday Reset」を開催中‼️‼️

    通常50分$70（2名まで）のプライベートサウナ＆コールドプランジ（水風呂）を、なんと✨1名$15✨でご利用いただけます！

    おひとりでのリラックスタイムはもちろん、ご友人やご家族と一緒のご利用もおすすめ。最大4名まで、プライベート空間を貸し切ってお楽しみいただけます。

    温かいサウナと冷たい水風呂を交互に楽しむ「コントラストセラピー」を、この機会にぜひ体験してみませんか？

    🖤 Black Friday Reset 🖤

    キャンペーン期間：2026年11月3日（火）〜26日（木）
    対象時間：平日 9:00 AM〜4:00 PM
    料金：1名 $15
    利用時間：50分
    利用人数：1〜4名（完全プライベート）

    さらに！当日のメンバーシップ入会で体験料が無料に🤩‼️‼️

    キャンペーン利用当日に月額メンバーシップへご入会いただくと、"その日のご本人のセッション料金（$15）が無料" になります！

    一緒にご利用された方も、それぞれ当日入会すれば同じ特典が適用されます。

    ※ご利用条件

    - 月額メンバーシップ未加入の方が対象です。
    - キャンペーン利用は、おひとり様1回限り（ゲストとしての利用も含む）。
    - 事前予約が必要です。空き状況によってはご希望の時間にご案内できない場合があります。
    - 予約・ご利用ともにキャンペーン期間内である必要があります。
    - 無断キャンセル、または予約時間の24時間前を過ぎてからのキャンセルには、予約総額の100%のキャンセル料が発生します。
    - 他の割引・キャンペーンとの併用はできません。

    ご予約は公式Instagram [@wsauna_hi] のプロフィールリンクより承っております。

    期間限定のお得なキャンペーンです。サウナが初めての方も、ぜひこの機会にW SAUNAで自分だけのリセット時間をお楽しみください！！✨

    • Useful info / Restaurant / Gourmet
    • 2026/11/14 (Sat)
    Vivinavi Hawaii

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    How to Order 🉐 ]Satisfy your plate menu at a great price ☝ ️Perfect for sharing ✨.

    Curry shrimp plate with white cream a ・ La ・ This is about how to order a king plate with extra volume at a great price 🉐 🚀

    You can choose the Extra Sauce option in the options when you place your order! ！ It will increase the volume by 1.5 times, so the volume will be much larger. ⤴️
    The Extra Sauce option is ＄ 3, so it is a very economical way to order 😊
    If you are ordering take out or to go, you can choose to have a separate container of rice to prevent spills during transportation. If you are ordering takeout or to go, please feel free to let the cashier know if you would like to choose the Rice on the Side option, which puts the rice in a separate container to prevent spills during transit. 🛍️ Plastic bags are also available for your convenience.

    Extra Sauce option is also available for garlic shrimp, but please note that we do not add extra shrimp, only extra sauce 💡If you would like to add extra shrimp to your garlic shrimp, we can add Ohana size or plate. If you have any other questions about the menu, please do not hesitate to ask the cashier ！ and we will be happy to answer you 😊.

    Show the cashier a post on this page of Vivinavi or any other Evinomi coupon bef...

    • Useful info / Life / Housing
    • 2026/11/14 (Sat)
    Vivinavi Hawaii

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    Properties for sale at Imperial Plaza Penthouse.

    ！
    The Hawaii Lani Real Estate team has over 20 years of Hawaii real estate experience and knowledge to assist you and provide you with the best service possible.


    Sell your current property and buy your new property at the same time using capital gains tax planning,
    Buy an investment property using the 1031 exchange tax deferral system,
    Buy a property in the mainland U.S., Maui, or other islands, or buy a new property in Hawaii. Experienced in the sale of properties on the U.S. mainland, Maui, and other islands, and the purchase of properties on Oahu, using tax reduction strategies.

    After purchasing a real estate property, we can manage the property according to your needs and pay common expenses, insurance, taxes, etc. on your behalf.


    Tomoko Kubiak, owner of Hawaii Lani Real Estate, has over 27 years of Hawaii real estate experience.
    We continue to work with long time clients and their families.
    We are also grateful for the many referrals we receive from our clients to their clients.
    We are very happy to meet new customers, and most of all, we are very happy that our customers are happy after the real estate transaction.


    Obtained Hawaii State Real Estate License （ in 1999.
    Obtained Hawaii State Real Estate Chief's License （ RB in 2009.
    Established Hawaii Lani Real Estate in 2010.
    Member of the National and Hawaii State Association of Realtors.


    Please feel free to contact Tomoko Kubiak for more information.
    Direct Phone Number ： 808 － 386 － 7984
    Email Address ； TomokoHawaiifudosan@yahoo.com
    : tomoko@hawaiilanirealty.com

    ★ Experienced in condominiums in Waikiki and Ala Moana area, and also experienced in buying and selling properties in West Oahu.



    Please contact us through [Contact Us] above or "Send Message" below.

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