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30/10/2024

[GIVEAWAY] Head over to our Instagram to join!

Here’s ANOTHER CHANCE TO WIN a pair of JR EAST Pass and travel across Honshu and northern Japan from Tokyo. In partnership with , we are giving away a pair of *JR East Pass (Tohoku Area) to ONE lucky Japan travel enthusiast!

All you need to do is:
1) Follow NANI Singapore and
2) Complete a survey form (click on the link in bio)
3) Like this post
4) Comment and tag 2 travel buddies

Share this post on your IGS for an additional chance to win (don’t forget to mention us)

Bonus entry: Subscribe to our telegram channel at t.me/nanisingapore.

This giveaway runs from 30 October to 12 November 2024.

The lucky winner will be contacted by via DM. Good luck!

*Note: The tickets are to be redeemed by the end of June 2025, and they will be valid for 3 months from the date of issue.

25/10/2024

[GIVEAWAY] Head over to our Instagram to join!

🏆 Round Two! 🛤️ Ready, Set, Travel! We're back with another amazing giveaway with .aomori, levelling up with a pair of JR EAST Rail Pass on top of *3 specialty products from Aomori Prefecture.

*1x Junmai Daiginjo Hanaomoi TORAI, 1x Aomori Gold Farm, 100% Straight Apple Juice and 1x packet of Dried Apple Slices.

All you need to do is:
1) Follow NANI Singapore and .aomori
2) Complete a survey form (click on the link in bio)
3) Like this post
4) Comment and tag 1 friend you’d like to share the prize with!

Share this post on your IGS for an additional chance to win (don’t forget to mention us)

Bonus entry: Subscribe to our telegram channel at t.me/nanisingapore.
This giveaway runs from 25 October to 8 November 2024 (open to Singapore residents only).

ONE lucky winner will be selected and contacted by .aomori via DM. Good luck!

23/10/2024

[HINODE FOODS GIVEAWAY]

Take your home cooking to the next level with ’s Japanese condiments!

Together with , we’re giving 10 lucky winners a set of 4 different Japanese condiments:
1x Premium Hon Mirin, 1x Premium Cooking Sake, and 2x Wasake (sake-based liqueur infused with yuzu and green tea)

All you need to do is:
1. Follow and
2. Complete a survey form (click on the link in bio)
3. Like this post
4. Comment and tag your cooking buddy
5. Share this post on your IGS for an additional chance to win (don’t forget to mention us!)

Bonus entry: Subscribe to our telegram channel at t.me/nanisingapore!

This giveaway will run from 23 October to 6 November 2024. 10 lucky winners will be contacted by via DM.

01/10/2024

[Head over to our Instagram profile to join this giveaway!] Here’s your chance to explore the Chubu region of Japan, particularly Nagano Prefecture! In partnership with and .tokyo_official , we are giving away (A) 80,000 ZIPAIR rewards points and (B) 1-night accommodation at Yamaura Stay Kinkei (historic farmhouse in Chino, Nagano, Japan).

Giveaway:
(A) 80,000 ZIPAIR rewards points to 1 winner
(B) 1-night stay at Yamaura Stay Kinkei (for 2 pax) to 1 winner

All you need to do is:
1) Follow NANI Singapore and
2) Tap on our linkinbio to complete a survey
3) Like this post
4) Comment and tag 1 friend you’d like to share the prize with!
5) Share this post on your IGS for an additional chance to win (don’t forget to mention us)
Bonus entry: Subscribe to our telegram channel at t.me/nanisingapore.

Note:
- You will need to register for ZIPAIR membership and redeem the points which are valid for 6 months from the date of issue.
- The points are to be utilised for a round trip flight to Japan.
- The redemption period for the Yamaura Stay Kinkei accommodation voucher is from 28 October 2024 to 20 April 2025 (excluding 29 December 2024 to 3 January 2025)

^This giveaway runs from 1 to 22 October 2024.
The lucky winners will be contacted via email. Good luck!

19/09/2024

Autumn Leaves Viewing Guide 2024 🍁
Are you travelling to Japan to view the autumn foliage soon?⁠ Check out the best spots for momijigari (autumn leaves viewing/hunting).

Let’s go on a momijigari (autumn-leaf hunting) in Japan!” Behold the beautiful autumn colours and check out the best places for autumn leaves viewing!

19/08/2024

09/08/2024

🇸🇬 Happy National Day and a blessed 59th birthday to Singapore!

NANI wishes our homeland and fellow citizens peace, harmony and prosperity in the years ahead!

Stay with us as we continue to bring you the latest news on Japanese food and lifestyle in Singapore!

29/07/2024

[KYO SAKE GIVEAWAY]

Cheers to Singapore’s 59th birthday with ’s Japanese sake delivered right to your doorstep. Enjoy their finest selection, typically found only in Singapore’s restaurants, and explore a variety of options, including Chu-Hi.

They are a wholesale distributor linking businesses with a vast array of sake labels. Plus, they offer an Exclusive Sake Trio Monthly Delivery, where their experts handpick three exceptional bottles for you to enjoy. Fresh from breweries in Japan and comes with the latest bottling dates, ensuring that any bottling dates more than 2 months old will not be provided. Flexible plans are available to suit your needs.

In celebration of National Day, enjoy double the joy with an exclusive promo code: NDP24KYOSAKE for 8% on their website (kyosake.com.sg) until 31 August 2024.

Together with , we are also giving away the following sake to 2 lucky winners (1 sake per winner)
— Katsuyama Den Junmai Daiginjo
— Urakasumi No.12 Junmai Daiginjo

To enter the giveaway, you must complete all of the following steps:
1. Follow and
2. Like this post and comment down the sake you would like to win
3. Tag 2 sake lovers below
3. Share this post on your IGS for an additional chance to win (don’t forget to mention us!)
(Incomplete entries will not be considered)

Bonus entry: Subscribe to our telegram channel at t.me/nanisingapore!

This giveaway will run from 29 July to 11 August 2024. 2 lucky winners will be contacted via DM. Good luck and have fun!

*Winners are required to collect their prize in person; additional information will be provided.

03/07/2024

[SALONPAS GIVEAWAY + PRODUCT TRIAL] Looking to improve your back posture or relieve back muscle strain? Here’s your opportunity to try out Salonpas Lower Back Support! Together with , we are giving away Salonpas Lower Back Support to 200 followers who would like to take part in Salonpas (Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical) product trial*.

All you need to do is:
1) Follow NANI Singapore and .
2) Like this post.
3) Comment and tag 2 friends.
4) Complete the product trial application form (tap on link in bio).
Share this post on your IGS for an additional chance to win (don’t forget to mention us).
Bonus entry: Subscribe to our telegram channel at t.me/nanisingapore.

*Note:
- You will be required to use the back support at least once a week, throughout a one month trial period.
- You will be required to complete a product survey after completion of one month trial period.

^This giveaway runs from 3 to 18 July 2024, open to Singapore residents only.
Winners will be contacted via email. Good luck!

11/06/2024

From Disney classics to Hollywood blockbusters and a growing library of Korean shows, Disney+ SG offers a treasure trove of fantastic animated movies and live-action works, including a specially curated anime collection. This collection features new series across diverse genres to match any mood. Highlights include "Sand Land: The Series," the eagerly awaited "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc," and the upcoming "Macross Delta" series.

🔗 Discover the 10 binge-worthy titles we have selected for your next anime marathon from Disney+'s curated anime library!

Disney+’s specially curated anime collection features action packed adventures, superhero narratives, fantasy, slice-of-life comedy, and more. Whether you are a complete beginner to anime, or a hard-core fan, explore Disney+ to find your next title to watch now.

03/06/2024

[GIVEAWAY]

Win a pair of tickets to catch Yu Shirota performing LIVE for the first time ever in Singapore with the debut of his exciting new show Tokyo〜the city of music and love〜 at Esplanade Theatre on 22 June 2024! 🎼✨

Bringing together an all-star cast, including special guests miwa and Singapore’s very own Nathan Hartono for ONE NIGHT ONLY, don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of Broadway, Disney, and J-pop hits brought to life in this sensational show.

Featuring spectacular choreography, mesmerizing sets, and dazzling costumes, tickets are selling fast. Don’t miss out.

To enter, all you need to do is:
1. Follow and
2. Like this post and tag 1 friend you’d like to bring along
3. Share this post on your IGS for an additional chance to win (don’t forget to mention us!)

Bonus entry: Subscribe to our telegram channel at t.me/nanisingapore.

This giveaway will run from 3 to 12 June 2024. 2 lucky winners will be contacted via DM. Good luck and have fun!

15/04/2024

Have you been to the Kyushu region in southern Japan? Oita Prefecture is a nature wonderland located on the eastern coast of Kyushu, reputed for its hot springs, particularly in Beppu and Yufuin.

With a warm climate and a conducive environment for agricultural products to grow, Oita Prefecture is the number one producer of kabosu (citrus fruit similar to lime). Other Oita specialty products include kosho (pepper), miso, yuzu and sweet potato beverages.

🔗 Tap on link in bio to find out more about:
🍠 Oita Prefecture delights
🐟 Kyushu specialties offered at traditional Hakata restaurant 鶏金 Torikin

27/03/2024

Enjoy Japanese seafood such as salmon and tuna sashimi, ready-to-eat grilled saba and unagi? Shop online on SAKANA for a selection of handpicked fresh sashimi and ready-to-eat delicacies, and have them delivered islandwide! Additional bonus if you’d like to make your own food/bento at home, simply gather ingredients from SAKANA and customise your own sushi, onigiri, donburi and more. Round them up with an array of classic Japanese sweets including taiyaki, cheesecake and strawberry shortcake!

📦 Free islandwide delivery for orders above $59
✨ Exclusive discount for new customers:
Enjoy 10% off your first order when you apply code: “SKN888” during checkout.

🔗 Tap to read more.
https://www.nani.sg/food-drink/sakana-singapore-japanese-seafood

06/03/2024

[GIVEAWAY on Instagram- please head over to our IG
to participate!]

Thank you for your tremendous support in our previous NANI X MUTSU CITY X ZIPAIR giveaway! In appreciation of your support, here’s our UPSIZED giveaway together with and .tokyo_official. We are giving away 30,000 ZIPAIR rewards points (worth ~SGD 267), 3 specialty products from Aomori Prefecture and 2x Mutsu City hotel gift vouchers** to ONE lucky winner!

*1x Aomori Apple Sweet Sparking Wine, 1x Shimokita Red Wine Ryo Classic 2019 and 1x Shimokita Wine Danger 2020.
** 2x 2 nights hotel accommodation vouchers, each valid at Mutsu Park Hotel and The Plaza Hotel Mutsu.

All you need to do is:
1) Follow NANI Singapore and Mutsu_japan
2) Like this post
3) Comment and tag 1 friend you’d like to share the prize with!
4) Share this post on your IGS for an additional chance to win (don’t forget to mention us)
Bonus entry: Subscribe to our telegram channel at t.me/nanisingapore.

Note:
- You will need to register for ZIPAIR membership and redeem the points which are valid for 6 months from the date of issue.
- The points are to be utilised for a round trip flight to Japan.

^This giveaway runs from 6 to 17 March 2024.
The lucky winner will be contacted by via DM. Good luck!

^This giveaway is open to Singapore residents only.

01/03/2024

[GIVEAWAY] If you have missed our previous giveaway with , fret not! We are back together with this time and are excited to be giving away 1 pair of JR EAST Pass (Nagano, Niigata area) and 3 specialty products* from Omachi Prefecture to ONE lucky winner!

*1x Handmade Apple Jam, 1x Hakuba Nishiki Yukidoke Ginjo (720ml) and 1x Omapyon T-shirt.

Make the most of the JR EAST Pass for a seamless journey to Omachi, granting you unlimited rides in the Nagano and Niigata area, and exploring a plethora of captivating sightseeing spots and more.

All you need to do is:
1. Follow and
2. Like this post
3. Comment and tag 1 friend you’d like to share the prize with!
4. Share this post on your IGS for an additional chance to win (don’t forget to mention us)

Bonus entry: Subscribe to our telegram channel at t.me/nanisingapore.

This giveaway runs from 1 to 15 March 2024. The lucky winner will be contacted by via DM. Good luck!

Note: You will need to claim the ticket within a year, and once claimed, it is valid for use within 3 months.

19/02/2024

Hamamatsu Fair at Isetan Singapore showcases local delights of Shizuoka Prefecture, including unagi specialty goods, fruit juices and a premium tea selection, available from 23 Feb to 3 Mar 2024.

Hamamatsu City is located in the western part of Shizuoka Prefecture, a hub of craftsmanship and home to global brands such as Honda, Yamaha and Suzuki. Also, Lake Hamana is the birthplace of Japan’s eel-farming industry. Hamamatsu is famous for unagi (freshwater eel) and the locals love eel so much that they started making eel specialty products such as Unamocchi (mochi rice cake with eel) 🍡

At Hamamatsu Fair, satisfy your unagi cravings with Grilled Eel Kabayaki and Unamocchi. Japanese tea lovers, check out premium Haruno Tea, Yuzu and Hydrangea Tea as well as the all-time popular matcha! Last but not least, grab some refreshing orange and plum juice drinks for a quick pick-me-up!

📍Isetan Scotts
350 Orchard Rd, Shaw House, Singapore 238868
🕙10am to 9pm daily
📅 23 February - 3 March 2024

08/02/2024

[GIVEAWAY on Instagram- please head over to our IG
to participate!]

Once again with Omachi City and .tokyo_official, we are excited to be giving away 80,000 ZIPAIR rewards points (worth ~SGD 723) and 3 specialty products* from Nagano Prefecture to ONE lucky winner!
*1x Shinshu Soba, 1x Hakuba Nishiki Akane Hime Junmai Umeshu and 1x Omapyon T-shirt.

Did you know you can ski and savour gourmet food on the snow slopes in Omachi City? Thanks to its crystal-clear water sources, you can even drink water from taps found in the city.

And look out for Omapyon- cute & baby-faced serow wearing the Northern Alps cap, well-loved mascot of Omachi City.

All you need to do on Instagram is:

1. Follow NANI Singapore and
2. Like this post
3. Comment and tag 1 friend you’d like to share the prize with!
4. Complete a short survey about Omachi City attractions via link in bio on
5. Share this post on your IGS for an additional chance to win (don’t forget to mention us)
Bonus entry: Subscribe to our telegram channel at t.me/nanisingapore.

Note:
-- You will need to register for ZIPAIR membership and redeem the points which are valid for 6 months from the date of issue.
-- The Omachi products will be shipped from Japan by the end of February.

*This giveaway runs from 8 to 22 February 2024.
The lucky winner will be contacted by via DM. Good luck!

^This giveaway is open to Singapore residents only

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Planning a trip to Japan with family or friends? Be sure to check out MIMARU apartment hotels, offering spacious and cosy accommodations that feel just like home. You can also find them at the NATAS Travel Fair 2024 on 16 to 18 August at the Singapore Expo. Learn more about our stay at MIMARU Tokyo Shinjuku West and more here: https://bit.ly/4dbVBn3

Situated on the southwestern coast of central Japan, Minabe Tanabe region in Wakayama Prefecture boasts a rich history centered around Japan’s historical health food- ume (Japanese plum), particularly the native Nanko plum variety. Each year, in mid-February, the ume blossoms burst into bloom, heralding the early arrival of spring in Wakayama. This picturesque town offers iconic plum blossom viewing spots that attract tourists from far and wide. Amidst this ume heartland, you can also find a plethora of gourmet dishes and sweets made with plums. Watch to discover the unique "Minabe Tanabe Plum System", recognised as a World Agricultural Heritage. #みなべ田辺地域世界農業遺産推進協議会

Enjoy a relaxing brunch with your loved ones or friends at this new zen Japanese café, @Mio, in Tanjong Pagar, serving intricately handcrafted dishes! Find out more at: https://www.nani.sg/food-drink/new-aesthetic-and-cosy-2-story-japanese-restaurant-in-tanjong-pagar-serving-intricate-handcrafted-dishes 📍82 Neil Road, Singapore 088843 Opening Hours: (Lunch) Tuesday to Friday 12pm to 3pm, Saturday & Sunday 12pm to 4pm | (Dinner) Tuesday to Thursday 6pm to 9.30pm, Friday and Saturday 6pm to 10.30pm 🔗Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/miofinefoods Follow @nanisingapore: https://www.instagram.com/nanisingapore/ www.nani.sg for your dose of ⇄ content! #japanese #cafe #singapore #TanjongPagar #wagyu #sushi

[ROKU GIN x JANICE WONG SNOWSKIN MOONCAKE SET] Janice Wong Singapore has brought back the Taste of Japan collection of snowskin mooncakes this Mid-Autumn Festival! They have collaborated with Suntory ROKU GIN to present you with a special bundle- Roku Gin x JW Snowskin Mooncake Set! It includes a bottle of Roku Gin (200ml), Roku Gin ceramic cups (x2), a box of Snowskin Mooncakes (8 pieces) in three unique flavours- Matcha Lemon Thyme Gin, Sakura Strawberry Gin, and Bergamot Yuzu Gin, inspired by Suntory ROKU GIN's six uniquely Japanese botanicals. 🔗 Read more at www.nani.sg

[FREE READING GIVEAWAY] A CONVERSATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL TAROT CARD READER 💡 Do you believe in Tarot Card Reading? Or looking for some clarity in life? We spoke to a professional tarot card reader based in Singapore, Kelly @kellylightworker to answer all your questions! Kelly shares with us her journey navigating as a professional tarot card reader in Singapore, misconceptions about tarot reading, and tips for budding tarot card readers! She also provides both face-to-face and virtual reading services! [GIVEAWAY] Together with Kelly, we’re giving away 1x 15-min reading to one reader! To stand a chance: simply make sure you’re following @nanisingapore & @kellylightworker, comment your fav emoji and fill up the form at the end of the interview article. For a full read — head to our interview article at www.nani.sg! Enjoy and have fun! #NaniSg #NaniSingapore #NaniInterviews #NaniPeople

[NANI COOKS! OCHAZUKE; THE EASIEST HANGOVER REMEDY FOR LAZY PEOPLE!] In this NANI Cooks! recipe, we recreate Ochazuke, a bowl of rice with savoury ingredients soaked in hot green tea! This dish is extremely popular with Japanese students and businessmen as it is quick, healthy, and tasty! With the endless festive seasons and celebrations coming up, this simple recipe will cure your hangovers from those drinking sessions, and curb your late night cravings for junk food! What's even better is that this dish involves almost no cooking at all! Check out the link in bio for the full read!

[NANI COOKS! LAST SERIES FOR 2021 - OZONI; JAPANESE NEW YEAR SOUP (KANTO STYLE)] Join us in another NANI Cooks! recipe as we recreate Ozoni, a type of Japanese New Year soup that is often eaten along with other traditional Japanese New Year dishes on the 1st of January. This dish features a savoury and comforting broth, as well as chewy and soft mochi to ring in the new year! If you do recreate this recipe, be sure to greet your Japanese friends よいおとしを (Yoi otoshi o) a day before their new year or 明けましておめでとうございます (Akemash*te omedetō gozaimasu) on the day of their new year!

[NANI COOKS! - EASY & SUPER FUN OKONOMIYAKI RECIPE WITH @otafuku_global OKONOMIYAKI KODWARI KIT!] NANI Cooks! is back again with a super fun and easy Okonomiyaki recipe! The Japanese pancake dish is filling and hearty, and pairs well with an ice cold beer too! If you've made Okonomiyaki from scratch, you would know that it is somewhat a laborious process. With @otafuku_global ‘s Ready-To-Make Okonomiyaki Kodawari Kit, this recipe is so much easier and fun now! Each kit comes with flour, grated yam, tempura scraps, dried seaweed, and 2 Otafuku exclusive spatulas! @otafuku_global produces the famous and well-loved Okonomi sauce and many other popular condiments! Aside from that, their website provides many recipes on the different types of dishes you can make from their sauces, and their youtube channel also features video recipes! Check it out if you haven’t! PS: Stay tuned tomorrow for something you’ll love! 😉

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ABOUT NANI.

Based in Singapore, NANI is the latest platform under a Japanese media firm - Fifty One Media Pte Ltd, which aims to provide bite-sized information through the eyes of everyone's favourite Japanese boy who migrated from Japan and is currently residing in Singapore. He aims to share all about gourmet, travel, culture, lifestyle and all things Japanese to bring you only the best of Japan - from the latest trends to the most traditional aspects of our culture. Join our NANI family as we build a community by sharing authentic information, reviews and insights.

Find me on www.nani.sg and instagram @nanisingapore.