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Ginza Shinto located at Mohamed Sultan Road is a newly opened Japanese omakase restaurant helmed by Chef Ron Newton Leo. Chef had over 30 years of sushi counter experience. The restaurant is housed within a conserved heritage shop houses in the neighbourhood of Robertson Quay. Read More

Monte Risaia located at Duxton Road is a Japanese-Italian Omakase restaurant by Marusaya Co. Ltd. The company manages restaurants like Dashi Master Marusaya, MAI by Dashi Master Marusaya and TEN sushi. The restaurant has two private dining areas that can seat up to 4 people and also limited counter seats. We were seated at the counter where we can witness Executive Chef Taizo Yamada and his culinary team in action. Chef Taizo Yamada started his career as a kitchen helper in an Italian restaurant in Tokyo and has more than 15 years of experience. Read More

MAI 舞 by Dashi Master Marusaya located within a walking distance from Outram MRT Station is a fine Japanese dining restaurant at Bukit Pasoh Road. The company, Marusaya is a Katsuobushi purveyor which specialises in a 2-year-old mysterious ingredient and is widely used in Japanese cooking. Hence, naturally the restaurant uses premium Katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes) as key element in the menu including traditional Japanese produce and locally sourced ingredients to create the dishes. Read More

Sushi Chiharu by Tamaya Dining たまやis hidden within the ground floor interior of Tamaya Dining along Cuppage Terrace. It is just few minutes walk away from Somerset MRT station. Sushi Chiharu specialised in Edomae-sushi, a tradition that spans over 150 years, honouring Japan’s best seasonal ingredients. It is also described as how the chef was able to create a new style of sushi. Read More

Katong, the eastern neighbourhood of Singapore is known for its colourful and rich heritage shophouses. It is also one of the tourist spot to discover the Peranakan and Eurasian cultures here. I ventured to the area to check out the new F&B restaurant, Rakuya sometime ago. Read More

I am always excited to try Omakase and this time I am checking out Nami Restaurant & Bar at Shangri-La Hotel. The Japanese restaurant is located on Level 24 with glass windows showcasing the beautiful view of the city. The restaurant has a contemporary interior looks with cosy ambience. Read More

Kyuu by Shunsui, Japanese restaurant that took over Five Nines space this month (October) open only for dinner. I was invited for the dinner session last week along with other foodies. This Japanese restaurant offers not only Japanese sashimi but also robatayaki but in omakase style. Ala-carte is available after 9pm until the last order at midnight. Read More

I was delighted when I got the chance to enjoy Omakase experience at Hashida Japanese Restaurant. Hashida Japanese Restaurant located at Mandarin Gallery is helmed by chef-owner, Kenjiro “Hatch” Hashida. It was a treat from MyFatpocket boss! We made a lunch appointment in advance. Read More

So when E asked me where to have dinner for the weekend, I proposed Kappou. He was hesitated when I proposed but eventually decided to give it a try. This is because most of the Japanese restaurants are usually by males. Lucky me! I managed to make a reservation a day before the dinner at 6pm. Kappou Sushi Tapas Bar is a 12-seater restaurant located at the second level of Fortune Centre. Helmed by Chef Aeron, the restaurant offers omakase in 3 pricing – S$68.00+ , S$98.00+ & S$128.00+. We decided on the S$68.00+ omakase that night. Read More

I visited Nobiro Japanese Restaurant & Sake Bar 2 weeks ago with fellow foodies on one of the weekday’s dinner. Nobiro is located at Faber Drive which is just few footsteps away from Buck Tile St. Café. The location is hidden inside the neighbourhood area and it would be advisable to travel with own transport. The restaurant gave me homely feel the moment I stepped in. True enough the restaurant shared that most of their regulars are family-oriented diners and also Japanese expatriates as well. Read More