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  • The culture of sugar in Japan

    When it comes to Japanese cuisine, one taste that is prevalent in most dishes is sweetness. In spite of that, the Japanese aren’t traditionally known to have a sweet tooth. Here, we explore the fascin...

  • Nicely done, Nagasaki!

    Located in the southwestern point of Japan, on the island of Kyushu, Nagasaki Prefecture is an area steeped in historical significance and natural beauty. While many may perhaps remember its capital, ...

  • 10 Places You Cannot Miss in Nagas...

    Nagasaki Peace Park Built on a low hill to the north of the centre of the atomic bomb blast, the Peace Park is built as a vow that a tragic war such as World War 2 will never be repeated. At the cent...

  • Yakult History -Wellness In A Bott...

    Although Yakult has been in Singapore since 1978, many people still associate it with the drink that is “good for digestion”. This humble probiotic drink is actually packed with plenty of other health...

  • Once Upon A Time In Nagasaki

    Immerse yourself in the Nagasaki way of life with a visit down memory lane and a homestay stint with a local family Visit Dejima A man-made island contructed in 1634 to keep the Portuguese away from...

  • Check Out The Sights In Yamaguchi...

    Though many come here to visit the famed Yuda Onsen, this fascinating city also has many attractions that pay tribute to notable historcal figures....

  • Yamaguhi Prefecture

    Oidemase! That means “welcome” in Yamaguchi dialect. “Where exactly is Yamaguchi?” we hear you ask. The westernmost prefecture on Honshu, it might not be the first place that first-time visitors to...

  • The secret of Japanese rice

    Japanese rice (Japonica rice) is the foundation of the Japanese diet, and is omnipresent at almost every meal. Just what is it about this food staple that makes it revered the world over? Japan...

  • Cook a Pot of Rice

    Rice is such a staple in our everyday diet – but have you ever stopped to think about what goes into cooking this humble grain? In every Asian kitchen, from generations ago, there has always been a...

  • A Cut Above The Rest

    Taking Japanese cuisine to the next level, these machines not only help restaurant owners achieve efficiency but also maintain quality culinary standards that Japan is world-renowned for. ©jnto ...

  • A Harmony of Flavours

    Japanese cuisine is grounded in five distinct flavours – sugar, salt, vinegar, soy sauce and miso – and the Japanese believe the order in which these seasonings are added to the dish can enhance the t...

  • Protected: Treats for OISHII membe...

    We have special benefits for OISHII members in Singapore! ★TOMI SUSHI 100S$voucher (1 person) 【Application method】 Send an email to lucky@mediajapan.sg with the following details by 8th M...