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Located 45 kilometres off the coast of Niigata prefecture, in the Chubu region of Japan, Sado Island is the sixth largest island in the country. It consists of two parallel mountain ranges – the Osado...
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Japanese vinegar is one of the five key ingredients used in Japanese cooking, and can be made from fermented rice or mixed grains. Mixed grain vinegar is usually made from corn, wheat, and other assor...
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Steeped in centuries-old tradition, Sado is quite the mix bag of cultural identities that makes the island so fascinating. Join us as we travel back in time to experience the birth of Sado’s historica...
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Surrounded by the Sea of Japan and enveloped in lush green foliage, Sado Island is a treasure trove of all-year-round culinary delights. Here, we take a look at some of the finest local produce....
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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...
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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, ...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Though many come here to visit the famed Yuda Onsen, this fascinating city also has many attractions that pay tribute to notable historcal figures....
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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...
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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...
