Hailed as one of Japan’s ancient cities, Yamagata sits comfortably in the middle of Honshu island exuding an eclectic presence of history, food, culture full of constant surprises and delights. Backed by the majestic volcano crater of Mt Zao and strewn with numerous hot springs, Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata offers the best of both worlds with business and leisure in mind. Staying at this strategically located hotel could not get any convenient as it is built atop JR train station Yamagata. […]
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Hotel Metropolitan Morioka (New Wing), Japan
At the very hub of the main district in the Japanese city of Morioka, Hotel Metropolitan Morioka (New Wing) provides a close reach to all the main shopping, dining and entertainment areas. Merging comfort and convenience with tastefully furnished guest rooms and suites that looks out to a forever changing cityscape. The unrivalled location in the centre of the city and the sensational range of cuisine available at Hotel Metropolitan Morioka (New Wing) will make you feel as if you are […]
Hotel Metropolitan Akita, Japan
Ideally located in central Akita, within walking distance of the JR Akita train station, the contemporary Hotel Metropolitan Akita overlooks the city and its vivid colours and vibes. Enjoy easy access to major shopping mall such as Topico and AIS, convenience stalls like Newdays. Attractions including Senshu Park, Turret of Kubota Castle among others are easily reached from the hotel. Indulge yourself in 5-star luxury with just a train ride from Tokyo and other major Japanese cities. Contemporary design with […]
Hotel Metropolitan Ikebukuro, Japan
Hotel Metropolitan Ikebukuro offers a central location in the heart of Ikebukuro; minutes from the JR Ikebukuro station and within access of attractions , as well as the extensive shopping precinct of Ikebukuro; home to an extensive variety of stores, boutiques, eateries and a cinema. The commercial and cultural centers are also nearby good for businessmen travelers. The Lobby is extensive with many sitting areas as well as on the 2nd floor. Well decorated in colours of yellow, maroon and […]
Sushi Kimura, 1 Michelin Star, Singapore
Sushi Kimura brings a whole new definition to Edo-mae-style sushi and sashimi to Singapore, using premium quality seafood, seasonal produce and ingredients freshly imported from markets across Japan on a frequent basis. The contemporary design inspired by Japanese aesthetics provides guests with choice of dining at the open sushi counter or feasting within a private room. This restaurant also boast a sushi counter made from a hundred and fifty year old Japanese cypress tree, the same wood is crafted to chop […]
Taro Takayama, Takayama, Singapore
Chef Taro Takayama’s passion for Japanese cuisine carved out for him a career in the culinary industry that started with three-star Michelin restaurants in Osaka such as Kashiwaya in Senriyama and Koryu in Kitashinchi. It did not take long for Chef Taro to rise through the ranks and by 2013, a mere eight years since he began developing his new-found craft, he was appointed Master Chef at the residence of the Japanese Ambassador to Singapore. It was a coveted assignment […]