Singapore’s
Japanese Food & Lifestyle Guide
Renowned lava stone steakhouse from Naha City, Okinawa, Japan, Yappari Steak debuts in VivoCity, Singapore, presenting top quality premium wet-aged 150-day grain-fed Black Angus Beef Misuji cuts, served on sizzling lava stone plates. Experience cooking your own steaks to achieve the desired level of doneness!
Japanese plant-based chocolatier, Any1Choco crafts their 100% plant-based, dairy-free, and gluten-free chocolate from carefully selected ingredients using cutting edge technology.
Celebrated for serving the world’s first 100% wagyu ramen, MASHI NO MASHI (“more and more” in Japanese) recently unveiled its Singapore outpost in Bugis, Guoco Midtown serving Singapore-exclusive dishes such as Wagyu Bak Kut Teh, on top of its signature 100% wagyu ramen and tsukemen.
Oita Prefecture is blessed with an abundance of natural attractions, a warm climate and a conducive environment for agricultural products to grow. They are the number one producer of kabosu (citrus fruit similar to lime). Other Oita specialty products include kosho (pepper), miso, yuzu and sweet potato beverages.
Playing up the new shop’s cheery ambience with a spin on the signature Tom’s Palette, Tom’s Six Shades of Yellow ($29.80) features 6 flavours of yellow-hued gelato including 3 outlet-exclusive flavours and Kovan-inspired gelato cone- King’s Pin Cone!
Located on the southwestern coast of central Japan, Minabe Town in Wakayama Prefecture is a city known for Japan’s historical health food- ume (Japanese plum), particularly the native Nanko plum variety. In this ume heartland, you can go plum blossom viewing, find many gourmet dishes and sweets made with plums.
Air Japan is a newly launched budget airline by All Nippon Airways (ANA), with flights between Changi International Airport (SIN) and Narita International Airport (NRT) starting at just $179!
Is it worth visiting Japan in winter? From comforting onsen baths in the freezing cold to fresh seafood markets, the short answer is yes.
Code Proto located in River Valley Rd, is a math enrichment school for children in pre-school and primary school as well as youths in secondary school and above (4 to 18 years old). Code Proto uses "STEAM” education to help children develop logical thinking skills which are useful in school curriculum and daily life.
Get ready for a collection that's not just cutting-edge but slices through the Gundam universe's epic battles and mind-bending sci-fi, complete with an ongoing clash of ideologies— all wrapped up in Levi’s® style.
If you haven’t got to cleaning before the new year, it’s time to get started with our 5 Japanese-inspired minimalist spring cleaning tips to help you spark joy in your home. Read on to discover how you can renew your space and refresh your mind through thoughtful home organisation, decluttering, and cleaning.
Calling all Naruto and anime fans, Naruto: The Gallery has arrived in Singapore, Universal Studios Singapore, for a limited time only from now till 30 June 2024. Delve into the life of Naruto’s life journey and the turbulent world of Shinobi (ninja) created by Masashi Kishimoto.
In Japanese tradition, the Japanese eat traditional New Year’s cuisine- osechi during the first few days of the new year. This special traditional cuisine is eaten, in the hopes for a smooth year ahead.
Read to find out where you can get your hands on osechi in Singapore!
This unique hotel offers an incredible 24-hour library with over 8000 volumes of Japanese manga. Conveniently located near Keikyu Kamata Station and Haneda Airport, it is the perfect choice for manga lovers who want easy access to their favourite titles and a comfortable stay.
Shinjuku Gyoen has partnered with NAKED Inc., a Japanese art and design company, to celebrate the beautiful momiji season with a special autumn event. NAKED Inc. specialises in projection mapping using light to showcase 2D and 3D designs on large surfaces.
In this guide, you will find a curated list of seven of Tokyo's best specialty coffee houses. Whether you are a coffee connoisseur or just looking to explore Tokyo's vibrant coffee culture, these coffee houses are worth a visit!
Limited-edition menu, "Come On Baby New York Burgers" is inspired by classic American dishes, aims to take diners on a delectable journey to the vibrant streets of the Big Apple.
Head down to immerse yourself in the true essence of Japan! Seek inspiration for your upcoming trip to Japan and treat yourself to premium Japanese fruits, seafood, and more.
Dive into a world of anime wonders with "I Love Anisong" concert, Akiba Stage, Food Street, Creators Hub, Cosplay Hub, and AKIBA TOWN.
A showcase of all things Japanese, spanning from travel and tourism to Train Simulator Experience activities and indulging in a delightful array of food and beverages.
Key's Japanese Hair Salon is nestled at 7 Neil Road, this space boasts a warm ambience, decked in a chic minimalist interior.
Amani Spa is a one-stop Japanese premium beauty & wellness centre which invites you to experience a range of luxurious massage treatments and wellness services to soothe your weary soul.
Tired of going through the hassle to remove unwanted hair? Check out Sugar(ed), Singapore's first and only professional body-sugaring (hair removal) studio! They have won Tatler’s Best (in grooming services) for 4 consecutive years (2019-2022), and were crowned the Gold Winner for Best Hair Removal in Singapore for Honeycombers Love Local Awards in 2021 & 2022.
Chef Saito Manabu is a sushi kaiseki expert hailing from Hokkaido, Japan, currently helming 鮓煋 Sushi Sei- a cosy sushi kaiseki restaurant nestled in Holiday Inn Hotel Singapore Orchard City Centre.
We had the privilege of getting up, close and personal with Kaiseki Master Chef Saito Manabu, explored his world of Japanese fine dining- kaiseki and even learnt how to eat sushi the right way!
If you are in your early 20’s, you are probably on the lookout for career options upon completion of your diploma or university education. In your mid-twenties, you are probably comfortably settling in your first or second full-time job. Now that international borders are opening up, have you thought about venturing overseas and widening your horizons? Or have you thought about living in Japan?
While tarot card readings may have started gaining popularity within the past year, Japan has a long history of utilising tarot cards for fortune telling since 1961! Also, if you haven’t already heard, Nichiyu, the first Japanese company to sell tarot cards in Japan has opened the first-ever tarot card museum in Japan!
Read on as we speak with Kelly, a professional tarot card reader!
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From classic Singaporean hawker and kopitiam dishes to traditional snacks and desserts like kaya butter toast and ice kachang, here’s a curated list of new eateries serving up local authentic food this April 2024.