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Ramen Kagetsu Arashi – New Ramen Shop at The Cathay
The press release states that Ramen Kagetsu Arashi is the third most popular ramen chain in Japan. So I wonder who is one and two? Ajisen? Nagasaki Chanpon? Ippudo? Ramen Kagetsu Arashi opens a 3rd...
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Sushi Goshin by Akashi – More Upmarket Yet Affordable Japanese Restaurant
I might have walked past this restaurant without going in, because it sensed intimidating. That was before the price banners were up. Sushi Goshin is part of Akashi’s group of restaurants (they also...
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Ramen Mitsubachi – New Tonkotsu Ramen Shop at Orchard
Ramen Mitsubachi (not Mitsubishi) is a new tonkotsu ramen shop. This location at Orchard Plaza is where Noodle House Ken (owner fled the country) and Kitakata Rahmen Tamakichi (short-lived stay) used...
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Hanare Japanese Café – Super Bara Chirashi, Sad Buffet from Teppei
Hanare Japanese Café is like a poorer cousin to the insanely popular Teppei Japanese Restaurant, which requires about 6 months of prior reservation. Located at the 2nd storey of a shophouse just a few...
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Ginza Bairin – The First Specialty Tonkatsu Restaurant in Ginza Tokyo
[Tokyo, Japan] A foodie friend traveling in Japan asked for the “Best Tonkatsu in Tokyo”, and a quick online search should reveal some names – Maisen at Shibuya, Tonkatsu Tenshin at Meguro and Ginza...
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Saizeriya Singapore – Would You Go For Cheap But Only Passable Food?
Question: If you know that the meal is going to be just passable, but cheap, would you still go for it? Here’s the situation. You may have heard about Saizeriya, a Japanese chain of family-style...
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Ki-sho – Japanese Omakase At Its Best
There are some Japanese restaurants in Singapore that exhibits the best in traditional Japanese fine dining with extraordinary omakase meals. Ki-sho is one of them. It is of no surprise. Ki-sho is...
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Keisuke Tokyo – Ramen Dining at Suntec City Mall
Chef Keisuke Takeda opened his fifth ramen outlet in Singapore at Suntec City Mall. Technically, it is his first – a move from his original Tokyo-styled branch at Millenia Walk. Fans craving for his...
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10 Favourite Japanese Food Places at Orchard Central
The Somerset area of Orchard is getting exciting with many new openings. With the latest connection of Orchard Central to the other malls, that area is going to appeal to diners who are looking for...
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Tetsuya’s – One of Australia’s Best & Most Internationally Recognised Restaurant
[Sydney, Australia] Sydney is fast becoming one of the world’s watched cities in terms of fine dining, with celebrated chefs, fresh food produce and excellent wine for an ultimate 5-star experience....
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Nantsuttei – Popular Ramen Shop Reopens, And They Used To Be Better
Natsuttei was one of my favourite ramen from Singapore, easily top 5 amongst all the brands. When the shop closed temporary in Parco Millenia, it became a long wait for the “ramen of the year” to...
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Shinji by Kanesaka – Probably The Best Sushi Restaurant In Singapore
While Japan has Jiro, Singapore has Shinji. Shinji by Kanesaka すし道真次 is commonly known to be the best Japanese sushi restaurant in Singapore, and also considered by many as one of the finest outside...
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Chabuton – Ramen at 313 Somerset From The Michelin Chef
Since Straits Times’ food critic Wong Ah Yoke listed Chabuton Tonkotsu Ramen as one of the top 3 ramens in Singapore, I had to try it. Chabuton already has quite a name in Thailand, and Japan – since...
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5 Best Japanese Food Surprises at Anchorpoint + Fantastic Giveaways!
There are always surprises at Anchorpoint. I remember my first visit was when I needed food after IKEA, and found my way opposite across the overhead bridge. There, I found a cluster of brand outlet...
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Kanshoku Ramen – Hakata Ramen, Awesome Egg. One Of The Best New Openings
No ramen shop in Singapore can escape my sight, as I go in search for the “Best Ramen in Singapore”. Kanshoku while being new, has captured quite a bit of lunchtime crowd at Metropolis who sang...
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111 Ramen Shops In Singapore – The Ultimate Ramen Guide
111 ramen shops in Singapore. Of course, there would be more. If you are on a search for the best ramen shops, this guide sorted by area would be able to help you navigate your way through. (Related...
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Sakae Sushi – New Menu & New Creations. OCBC Cardmembers to Enjoy Exclusive...
Haven’t been to Sakae Sushi in a while, the last time was for a value-for-money sushi buffet. The last I knew, the popular restaurant chain has just released more than 120 new items, incorporating...
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Ramen Keisuke Tonkotsu King Matsuri – Probably The Best In This Part Of...
I keep getting the question, “Where is the best ramen in Singapore?” or at least “Which is your favourite?” and it would be a toss-up of a few names. (Read: 111 Ramen Shops In Singapore – The...
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Henri Charpentier – Stunning Desserts, But Way Too Expensive
Yes, Henri Charpentier, that famous popular pretty Japanese patisserie chain is in Singapore. Their opening at Dempsey Hill would set some hearts thrilling for some of their signature cakes, pastries,...
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Hakata Ikkousha CHIJMES – New Branch, Tonkotsu Ramen Better Than Before
“Oh, Chijmes had quite a revamp!” Many of my friends won’t know that, since Chijmes had fallen out of radar for some time. But I loved the new look, new restaurants, especially with many Japanese...
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