Articles

  • Sake Education – All You Nee...

    Not quite sure what’s the difference between a “ginjo” and a “junmai”? You’ve come to the right place, because your sake education starts right here. Sake is known around the world as the Japa...

  • Mr. Jesher Loi / A TOAST To New Fr...

    What happens when a well-loved Singaporean brand becomes the franchisor of a beloved Japanese cream puff? Jesher Loi,Director, Branding & Marketing Development, Ya Kun International Pte Ltd, tells...

  • Doi Brewery / Let’s Drink To This!

    Although Doi Brewery was established about two centuries later than other sake breweries, it soon became well known for producing fine, award-winning sake. Kiyoaki Doi, president of Doi Brewery, expla...

  • Amazing Souvenirs From Shizuoka

    As a treasure trove of world-class produce, it would be challenging not to bring home a luggage filled with Shizuoka’s amazing treats! Fuji No Sui, Green Tea Bags Specialising in gyokuro (the high...

  • Feast On Shizuoka

    When you’re wedged between Japan’s highest mountain and deepest bay, there is no doubt you are standing in the presence of gastronomical greatness. Welcome to Shizuoka prefecture, home to the magnific...

  • CHEF DAVID MYERS / Poetry on a Pla...

    “Ever since I was a little kid, I’ve been infatuated with Japan and some of my most memorable meals as a chef have been in Japan. The best sushi I’ve ever had was at Sushi Shin in Tokyo; the ingredien...

  • Cool Summer in the Japan Style

    Summer in Japan is quite unlike anywhere else in the world. The enervating heat and humidity can leave one feeling listless and lethargic. In fact, the Japanese have even coined a term for this experi...

  • The difference between “matcha” an...

    The terms “matcha” and “sencha” are used interchangeably, but they are actually two very different variants of green tea. And just how did the Japanese tea ceremony evolve? Find out everything you wan...

  • Farming Activities in Shizuoka

    Before my trip to Shizuoka, I had the privilege of interviewing Chef Tetsuya Wakuda of Waku Ghin here in Singapore. While I could tell the absolute trust he places in Yuko Unno and her recommendations...

  • Japanese Wagashi Art

    One could argue that Japanese food is an art form in itself, with chefs taking exceptional pride in food presentation. However, sweets artist Junichi Mitsubori elevates this art form by channeling his...

  • A Historical Backdrop of Shizuoka

    The blend of Japanese culture, traditional arts, and contemporary influences gives Shizuoka a multifaceted identity that is at once unique and mesmerising. Kunouzan Toshogu Despite Shizuoka’s ...

  • Great Restaurants in Shizuoka

    In keeping with the historical richness of Shizuoka, the types of food served in restaurants tend to lean heavily towards time-honoured culinary traditions. Yet, you’ll also find a surprise or two tuc...