Tag: japanese

Arts, Singapore, Theatre

★★☆☆☆ Review: The Face of Jizo by We Colour People and Theatre Boleh

Wobbly performances in this dialogue-heavy chamber play about PTSD and survivor’s guilt. In war, one often focuses attention on the aggressors, and the ultimate winner or loser. Yet the ones that suffer most are the innocents, the collateral damage of a battle no one really wants, and are left forgotten or reduced to mere statistics, instead of realising the very real tragedy and loss experienced … Continue reading ★★☆☆☆ Review: The Face of Jizo by We Colour People and Theatre Boleh

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Arts, Film, Review

★★★★★ Review: Monster 怪物 dir. Hirokazu Kore-eda

Truth that lies buried under the pressures of society. A monster is often imagined to be a singular, bestial creature bringing terror to all in its vicinity, a wickedness and intentionality behind its cruelty that warrants a hero to vanquish it. Yet, monsters are not born but made, where behind every action is a reason, to the extent that we wonder – is it possible … Continue reading ★★★★★ Review: Monster 怪物 dir. Hirokazu Kore-eda

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Food, Singapore

Ramen Nagi: The Tomato King Ascends The Throne

Starting out as a humble hole-in-the-wall ramen house in Fukuoka, Ramen Nagi has since expanded to becoming a full fledged ramen chain with over 50 outlets across Japan and Asia. And in October last year, it finally opened its first Singaporean outlet at Suntec City. Having been named Tokyo Ramen of the Year from 2011-2013 for three years running, one can be assured of the quality … Continue reading Ramen Nagi: The Tomato King Ascends The Throne

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Arts, Comedy, Experimental, Interview, Preview, Singapore, Singapore Arts, Theatre.

Review: Gamarjobat Asia Tour 2018 presented by LOL Events

Irreverent humour and physical comedy makes this Japanese duo’s act easy to swallow and laugh with. Mimetic comedy is becoming an increasingly rare art form in today’s day and age, so it’s always an absolute delight whenever there’s a chance to see it being performed. Last weekend, that came in the form of Japanese duo Gamarjobat, as they stopped over at the Drama Centre as … Continue reading Review: Gamarjobat Asia Tour 2018 presented by LOL Events

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Arts, Film, London, Review

Review: The Third Murder dir. Hirokazu Kore-eda

Hirokazu Kore-eda is best known as a master of the intimate Japanese family drama, with slow burns of films like Nobody Knows and After The Storm. In his latest outing, The Third Murder changes up the formula a little, focusing instead on a legal thriller that has as many twists and turns as a typical film noir. Directed and written by Kore-eda himself, The Third Murder opens on a brief crime scene … Continue reading Review: The Third Murder dir. Hirokazu Kore-eda

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Arts, Comedy, Experimental, Interview, Preview, Singapore, Singapore Arts, Theatre.

Gamarjobat: An Interview with Masters of Mime Ketch! and HIRO-PON

Japanese comedy duo Ketch! and HIRO-PON will catch your attention from a distance. Clad in their signature suits and sunglasses, and boasting a red and yellow mohawk respectively, the two of them form Gamarjobat, a word that translates to ‘Hello’ in Georgian. First achieving fame at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Gamarjobat specialises in silent comedy and mime, with outrageous acts that transcend age, culture and … Continue reading Gamarjobat: An Interview with Masters of Mime Ketch! and HIRO-PON

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Food, Resorts World Sentosa, Review, Singapore

Teppan by Chef Yonemura: Franco-Japanese Cuisine With Plenty of Theatrics

Michelin-starred chef Masayasu Yonemura is well known for his innovative Franco-Japanese teppanyaki back home in Kyoto and Tokyo. Now, the celebrated chef has finally ventured beyond Japanese shores to carve a new home on our very own island resort of Resorts World Sentosa with Teppan by Chef Yonemura. With over 30 years of experience under his belt, Chef Yonemura brings visitors an experience like no … Continue reading Teppan by Chef Yonemura: Franco-Japanese Cuisine With Plenty of Theatrics

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Food, Preview, Review, Singapore

Bigger is Better: Big Sake Bar’s Omakase Menu

Big Sake Bar feels exactly like the kind of izakaya you’d find wandering the streets of Tokyo. Characterized by a gigantic red “大” kanji symbol on a white wall along the Concourse Skyline Building, it’s hard to miss, and curious onlookers will be rewarded with a fantastic dining experience. What’s more, located right in the heart of the city, it’s close by to some of the … Continue reading Bigger is Better: Big Sake Bar’s Omakase Menu

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