Tohoku famous for it’s scenic countryside, picturesque mountains, calm lakes, relaxing onsen (hot springs), high quality rice and winter sports among others. Six prefectures in the north of Japan’s largest island, Honshu make up Tohoku namely Akita, Yamagata, Miyagi, Aomori, Iwate and Iwate each with their distinctive attractions at every season of the year. Come take a delightful journey with Savour BlackBookAsia as we bring you highlights of this amazing part of Japan. First stop is Pole Pole Farm located […]
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Shoukouwa, 2 Michelin Stars, Singapore
As Singapore’s only two Michelin Star sushi restaurant in the 2017 Singapore Michelin Guide, the eight-seater Shoukouwa promises an authentic, world-class Edomae sushi experience. Reservations are highly recommended at this extremely exclusive and private dining establishment. Excellence in simplicity is the hallmark of the Shoukouwa experience. Staying true to the Edomae tradition, it prides itself on serving only the best seasonal fare, with minimal cooking and manipulation. This means that all fish, seafood and produce are flown daily to Singapore […]
Jeong Ho Kim, 26th in World’s 50 Best and 2 Michelin Stars, Jungsik Restaurant Seoul
Representing the Korean Peninsula is Executive Chef Jeong Ho Kim from Jungsik Restaurant who, along with the restaurant’s chef-owner, Jungsik Yim, brought molecular mastery to South Korea’s capital – the restaurant reinvented Korean cuisine using traditional and familiar ingredients to create a new genre of food, New Korean Fine Dining. Jeong Ho Kim joined the opening team of Jungsik restaurant in Seoul in 2009 as Sous Chef and 2011 moved to the United States where he played an integral role […]
Samsung Galaxy S9+ x Savour BlackBookAsia
At first glance, Samsung Galaxy S9+ looks almost similar to its successor S8+. However, Samsung has taken in a year of feedbacks and tweaking to perfect what is already considered one of the best smartphone model in the market. S9+ adopts the signature super AMOLED infinity curve screen, offering a wide 6.2-inch saturated, brighter display enhanced with 2,560 x 1,440 pixels. S9+ is built sleek with glass at the rear which benefits wireless charging via charging dock. Visually and by […]
Tapas 26, Singapore
Opened in late April 2017, Tapas 26 is a trendy Spanish tapas restaurant located in the heart of Dempsey Hill. Helmed and led by head Chef Patxi Alvarez, Tapas 26 serves up modern interpretations of classic tapas dishes which are paired well with a fine selection of wines from the best parts of the Iberian Peninsula. Stepping into 70-seater restaurant, guests are immediately captivated by the elegant simplicity and homeliness of the restaurant, with its white walls decorated with warm […]
JR West Japan Railway Company x Savour BlackBookAsia
From the lively metropolis of Osaka, a stroll down Geisha capital of Kyoto or savouring world’s famous Wagyu beef in Kobe are within 15 minutes of seamless locomotion with JR West’s most lucrative route onboard Shinkansen. “The Urban Network” aside, the Kita-Ku, Osaka based rail operator covers most regional lines of the western Honshu. Since founded in 1987, JR West has been expanding gradually to meet demands of daily commuters and city-hoppers. Trains such as the W7 series (W7系 Daburu-nana-kei) […]
Changi Wifi x Savour BlackBookAsia – Changi Recommends (A Subsidiary Of Changi Airport Group)
Having fast internet access seems to be crucial for travellers who seek convenience on where to tour, best restaurants & even stay connected with the loved ones in the foreign land. By some means searching for fluent connectivity can be challenging especially when one makes a journey to the provincial regions. That is when Changi portable wifi rental service comes in handy. Stay linked to the internet even on the go, while on the trains speeding through beautiful Japanese mountains, […]
JR East Japan Railway Company x Savour BlackBookAsia
The train has been the core of all transportation since Japan’s modernisation. Trusted by local Japanese and holiday-goers, Japan Rail is famous for being safe and punctual. Based in Yoyogi, Shibuya, Tokyo, JR East Japan Railway Company is the largest passenger service provider amongst seven Japan Railways group companies since 1987. As one of the most sought after railway company on the globe, JR East Japan Railway Company aims to be a trustworthy source of transportation for all kinds of […]
Laforet Club Ito Onsen, Japan
A mere 2 hours from Tokyo, onsen district of Ito offers the perfect escapade from the bustling metropolitan. A small fishing village in the canton of Shizuoka Prefecture, Ito is renowned for being Japan’s onsen jaunt for the holiday-goers. A stone throws away from JR Ito station, one will discover Laforet Club’s trademark minimalist architecture cradled by lush greenery. Taking steps into the vast and inviting lobby, one will be immediately drawn to the communal sitting area as a centrepiece […]
Kozue, Park Hyatt, Tokyo
Perched on the 40th floor of Park Hyatt Tokyo, Kozue is the hotel’s fine dining Japanese restaurant led by Chef Kenichiro Ooe, who has helmed the role of Chef de cuisine at Kozue since 1994. The menu at the restaurant is designed to give guests a culinary experience ranging from hearty country style Japanese dishes to elevated and innovative Kaiseki cuisine. Kozue is designed in a bold architectural space with floor-to-ceiling windows and large granite slabs which contrast interestingly with […]