Chef Saito Manabu is a sushi kaiseki expert hailing from Hokkaido, Japan, currently helming 鮓煋 Sushi Sei- a cosy sushi kaiseki restaurant nestled in Holiday Inn Hotel Singapore Orchard City Centre.

We had the privilege of getting up, close and personal with Kaiseki Master Chef Saito Manabu, explored his world of Japanese fine dining- kaiseki and even learnt how to eat sushi the right way!

If you are in your early 20’s, you are probably on the lookout for career options upon completion of your diploma or university education. In your mid-twenties, you are probably comfortably settling in your first or second full-time job. Now that international borders are opening up, have you thought about venturing overseas and widening your horizons? Or have you thought about living in Japan?

While tarot card readings may have started gaining popularity within the past year, Japan has a long history of utilising tarot cards for fortune telling since 1961! Also, if you haven’t already heard, Nichiyu, the first Japanese company to sell tarot cards in Japan has opened the first-ever tarot card museum in Japan!

Read on as we speak with Kelly, a professional tarot card reader!

At Grey by Ortenhill, it is more than just footwear. It represents a personal statement, an individual choice, and most importantly a platform for each person’s unique expression. Grey by Ortenhill products are designed in Singapore but manufactured in Japan, which explains the intricate details they pay attention to!

We asked a few Singaporeans who worked or are currently working in a Japanese company about their experience, you will be surprised as we debunk some of the popular common Japanese company culture myths!