Food & Drink

An SBS Transit public bus drives through a busy urban intersection flanked by cars and surrounding traffic. Towering commercial high-rises and glass skyscrapers form a dense city backdrop under an overcast sky.

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Raffles Place Food Guide: 5 Hidden Japanese Restaurants Worth Discovering

Adrian Lim August 18, 2026

A wooden bowl holds clear fish soup topped with fresh, thinly sliced white fish fillets and chopped green onions. The bowl rests on a dark surface, with hands visible out of focus in the background.

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Best Fish Soup in Singapore: 9 Places for Comforting Bowls of Fresh Fish and Flavourful Broth

Adrian Lim August 11, 2026

A night shot captures a narrow alleyway lined with traditional Japanese izakaya stalls illuminated by glowing red and white paper lanterns. Empty wooden dining tables and chairs sit outdoors along the dark pavement, with banners showing Japanese calligraphy framing the storefront entrances.

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Best Izakaya Singapore: 9 Spots Worth Slowing Down For

Adrian Lim August 4, 2026

A wide-angle interior shot reveals an intimate izakaya restaurant with bar stool seating surrounding an open kitchen where staff work behind the counter. Handwritten graffiti covers the dark accent wall on the left, which stands opposite warm wooden shelving, low tables, and ambient overhead lighting.

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Al Solito: A Tucked-Away Italian-Japanese Izakaya Above Orchard Road

Nur Aisha Rahman August 4, 2026

A vibrant, close-up shot captures an assortment of fresh sashimi beautifully arranged on a bed of shredded daikon radish. The platter features thick slices of salmon, tuna, and white fish alongside scallops with lemon garnishes, sweet shrimp, cucumber slices, and a small mound of salmon roe.

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Best Sashimi Singapore: 6 Places for Fresh Cuts, Rice Bowls, and Raw Seafood

Adrian Lim July 28, 2026

A close-up shot captures a chef wearing clear plastic gloves carefully arranging a row of sushi rolls on a long, rectangular white plate. The inside-out rolls are filled with avocado and cucumber, coated in vibrant orange tobiko, and set against a bright blue countertop.

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6 Best Sushi Singapore Restaurants for Every Kind of Sushi Craving

Adrian Lim July 17, 2026

A wide, eye-level shot captures the warm and intimate dining room of a modern Japanese restaurant, representing the file "1-Beyond the Door Savoring Tranquility at Hanashizuku.webp". On the left, an empty wooden bar counter lined with dark leather high-backed chairs sits neatly set for service with small bowls and placemats, decorated with a vibrant floral arrangement at the far end. In the center and background, several small groups of patrons are seated at wooden dining tables engaged in conversation, while attentive staff members in dark uniforms stand nearby to assist them. The space features grey tiled flooring, wood-paneled accents, a textured moss-and-floral art piece on the back wall, and soft, recessed ceiling lighting that creates a relaxed and upscale ambiance.

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Beyond the Door: Savoring Tranquility at Hanashizuku Japanese Cuisine

Nur Aisha Rahman July 7, 2026

An overhead, top-down shot showcases a beautifully presented Japanese katsu curry dish served in a large black ceramic bowl, representing the file "1-From Hidden Counters to Iconic Eateries 5 Best Japanese Curry.webp". The bowl is cleanly divided into two sections: the top half holds a mound of fluffy white rice sprinkled with black sesame seeds, while the bottom half contains a rich, thick, golden-brown curry sauce. Resting perfectly across the center is a sliced, crispy chicken or pork katsu cutlet with a deep golden-brown panko crust. The cutlet is artfully garnished in the center with a scatter of finely chopped green scallions and a delicate cluster of thin red chili threads, all set against a stark, minimalist black background that emphasizes the vibrant colors of the meal.

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From Hidden Counters to Iconic Eateries: 5 Best Japanese Curry Singapore Experiences

Adrian Lim July 3, 2026

A wide, eye-level shot captures the sleek and modern interior of a bustling Japanese restaurant, featuring a long, live-edge wooden bar counter on the left where staff members in masks are busy preparing orders. Rows of polished wine glasses hang neatly from a rack above the bar, which is backed by a wall of glossy black subway tiles. To the right, several diners are seated at dark wooden tables with black high-backed chairs, some looking over menus while others enjoy their meals under soft, recessed ceiling lighting. The space is tied together by light grey wood-plank flooring and a clean, minimalist aesthetic that creates a sophisticated yet welcoming dining atmosphere.

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A Quiet Charcoal Evening at Kazu Sumiyaki Restaurant

Nur Aisha Rahman June 23, 2026

An eye-level, medium shot captures the intimate and traditional entryway of a Japanese dining establishment, representing the file "1-Keria Japanese Restaurant.webp". Dominating the right foreground is a tall wooden display shelf densely lined with various bottles of sake and spirits, many bearing individual white tags around their necks. To the left, a small wooden reception counter features credit card acceptance stickers, a telephone, and a charming maneki-neko (lucky cat) "welcome" sticker. Hanging above the counter is a glowing yellow paper lantern with Japanese characters, casting a warm ambiance over a doorway in the center background that is partially obscured by a traditional hanging beaded or bamboo-style string curtain (noren), inviting guests into a cozy and cultural space.

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Keria Japanese Restaurant: A Warm Basement Izakaya Hidden Inside Cuppage Plaza

Nur Aisha Rahman June 16, 2026