From mala butter to slow-cooked beef jam, freshly made artisanal flavoured butters and spreads have never tasted so good. Stock up on these gourmet indulgences for easy treats right out of your fridge.

The fresh faces at established labels – from Tod’s and Kenzo to Issey Miyake – are the creative forces to watch.

ACCORDING TO REPORTS, THERE ARE 217,200 SINGAPOREANS LIVING ABROAD.

Soothing hues and minimalist elements in this condominium apartment are an ode to the modernist principles of Japanese interior design. MICHELLE LEE takes a look.

The first tattoo-art car by Lexus will travel around the UK when lockdown measures ease.

It’s called Small Face Therapy and is said to use chiropractic methods to slim the face – but is it too good to be true?

ALL THE BUZZ IN FASHION

The answer, which Cle de Peau Beaute scientists found, is in your skin capillaries. Here’s how to get them working at their best.

Eat well, live well. It used to be that doing so meant indulging in the likes of foie gras and wagyu – but not anymore.

Eliza HamizaH finds out how this designer managed to pull off a ryokan-like home in Singapore.

The Star Wars trilogies may be over, but Tozeur is about to rise.

The Japanese lifestyle lends itself to wellness with a love for gardens, healthy eating and onsen baths.

Jewel Changi Airport is taking dining to a whole new level at an enchanting lush oasis.

Want healthy, radiant skin in 2020? Make these tried-and-tested award winners your beauty go tos.

Aman Kyoto’s minimalist design immerses guests in nature – and it can’t come at a better time.

Kenzo Takada, who retired from fashion more than 20 years ago, is now channelling his creative juices into styling homes and interior design. Despite the change, the 80-year-old innovator, who remains rooted in his design philosophy, discusses his legacy and the recurring Japanese influences on his bodies of work.

From rejuvenating skincare and breakthrough remedies, to high-impact makeup and hypnotic fragrances, we bring you the BAZAAR beauty edit of the year—culled from hundreds of formulas with just three goals in mind: To glam up, get gorgeous and glow from the inside out. These products get our seal of approval

Who says women only go for pink and pastels when it comes to interior styles. Be inspired by these bachelorette pads that are anything but predictable.

Product launches, exhibitions, conferences, workshops and showroom openings: After only six years, Danish festival 3 Days of Design has become a not-to-be-missed rendezvous for everyone interested in the Scandinavian creative scene.

These restaurants have created a variety of dishes to celebrate the unique harmony between seafood and sake. Book a table before Nov 30.

What do three of the coolest fashion concept stores in Singapore have in common? They were started by industry professionals who just happen to hail from different countries: Japan, France, and China.

These beauty treatments take the most effective elements of the original therapies to give you an experience that is still culturally authentic.

Writer Joyce Ip

The InterContinental-ANA Ishigaki Resort presents laidback, luxury living in beguiling lands that time almost forgot. Writer Elle Kwan Place

Behind the scenes of a four-hands collaboration between Julien Royer and Kenichi Takatsu.

A 70-year old Japanese athletic brand gets a bold dose of club fashion, with bright colours and logo play. But Onitsuka Tiger is much more than just another hypebeast brand, as Gracie Stewart discovers in Bangkok.

THE PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS THAT MAKE US…

PRETTY IN PINK.

PRETTY IN PINK.

Valentino presents the essence of wabi-sabi in a standout pre-fall show that challenges traditional ideals of beauty and culture.

This is your guide to the winning face and body treatments in the 2019 Her World Spa Awards. Keep it somewhere safe – you’ll be referring to it often. What the Her World team loves about this batch of winners from beauty salons, medispas, swanky hotels and specialist boutiques: There’s a wellness indulgence for every week of the year, plus extras for tough times.

Paragon’s reinvention of its third floor into a 15,000 sq ft open concept makes it a first-of-its-kind store, offering exclusive brands and some of the most novel fashion, lifestyle and dining experiences.

It’s Japanese versus Czech, sportiness versus space. How does the popular low-slung Mazda 6 square up against the roomy Skoda Superb?

Take one look at Japanese artist takanori aiba’s tiny kingdom sculptures, where entire miniature communities are built around bonsai trees, and you’ll feel like Gulliver stepping foot on the imaginary land of Lilliput.

Through his photographs, hiroshi sugimoto, one of Japan’s most important contemporary artists, obscures and alters reality, blurring the boundaries between truth and illusion.

These Singapore artists – working with wildly differing media – share their artistic journey with Hayley Tai.

Great service, thoughtful facilities and well-thought-out treatments make Hair Salon Tokyo Michaela more than just another Japanese hair salon.

Inspired by heritage but made with modernity firmly in mind, the new Clash de Cartier jewellery collection is a study in chic contrasts.

Shigeru Koizumi pushes the boundaries of Japanese cuisine with his food at Esora.

Confectionery heir Takeshi Fujinawa shares the history and art behind a box of Japanese cookies.

TIMELESS CLOTHES IN LOOSER CUTS THAT ARE EASY TO WEAR TEND TO STAY IN ROTATION LONGER.

Nature and architecture come together at Japan’s Shishi-Iwa House to reinforce human connection and creativity.

The Peak looks at some of the world’s best ingredients that should be the highlight of your plates.

Once the preserve of emperors and kings, caviar is now being farmed around the world, making the delicacy much more accessible.

The Peak asks gourmets for their dining picks here and abroad. Here, in their own words...

Conceived in the 18th century, the ryokan represents an exclusive form of rural hospitality based on treating guests as family.

The last of the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac is also the fifth most intelligent in the world.

We asked chefs to share recipes for their favourite festive dishes and, of course, they had to put their own signature twists to them.

Former Noma chef Thomas Frebel’s new restaurant in the heart of bustling Tokyo is an invigorating blend of Japanese and Nordic heritage.

After years of ceding the limelight to K-beauty, Nihon makeup and skincare are flexing their muscle and making their presence felt once again on the global stage.

Stuck for time but still want to serve up a mouth-watering meal?

LYNN TAN visits a home that embodies Nihon influences without being stereotypically Japanese.

Entertaining your little ones during the school holidays can burn a big hole in your pocket. JASSMIN PETER-BERNTZEN susses out great places to play that won’t cost you a cent.

No animals are harmed in the production of these juicy meat-tasting burgers.

Touted as the ‘Jewel of bidadari’, the woodleigh Residences & the woodleigh Mall development is set to impress with its views and Japanese design influences.

Matcha Love for This High Tea.

Cleverly displayed figurines and humorous decals allow the personality of this collector to shine. ELIZA HAMIZAH finds out more about the fun interiors.

How does one create a home with personality? In this apartment, it seems like a generous dose of handmade touches didn’t hurt. ISABELLE TOW has a chat with the DIY enthusiast who resides here.

Milan-based Japanese designer Kensaku Oshiro believes that slow and steady wins the race, and goes about his work with quiet confidence, determination, passion and purpose.

Once an alternative treatment, acupuncture is moving into mainstream medicine, with research showing that it eases everything Once mainstrea from stress to allergies to pain. Learn the latest on this powerful healing technique – and how it can help you.

The formality of Equinox makes way for the more casual Skai.

In honour of World Food Day on October 16, here’s how you can start cooking, eating and living more sustainably

Tattoos have come a long way in Singapore - gone are the days when body art was synonymous with gang poems, barbed wires and butterflies. We ask two local tattoo artists who have been in the industry for almost 20 years to walk us through the evolution of tattoos over the past three decades.

THE LATEST GENERATION OF EDIBLE BEAUTY SUPPLEMENTS GO THE WAY OF F&B TRENDS: PACKED WITH MORE NOURISHING INGREDIENTS, ARTISANAL, EVEN HIGHLY PERSONALISED. JUST HOW DO THEY MAKE A RECIPE FOR GREAT SKIN? AILEEN LALOR SINKS HER TEETH IN.

There’s no better time for vegetarians than now, with a new wave of innovative restaurateurs and chefs out to seduce both converts and cynics alike with novel dishes in which greens truly shine. And many delicious veggie friendly options are popping up at regular joints. It’s truly the best of both worlds.

JYPSY, a spin-off, offers the same relaxed modern vibe, Japanese-style.

The creations of Canadian-born Japanese designer and interior architect Oki Sato and his design studio, Nendo, are characterised by simplicity, lightness and elegance, while always embracing functionality and a sense of humour.

Brandt zoneless horizone tech technology boasts a true zoneless induction cooking surface, being able to accommodate all shapes and sizes of cookware - from rectangle pans to oval dishes.

Style and furnish your home with prized furniture pieces and accessories from W. Atelier that’ll add character and make a statement.

Get the minimalist look of Japanese-style designs while keeping your home neat and tidy, with these top picks of home and lifestyle accessories from Japanese brand Muji.

Apple wanted this chair. You will, too.

Despite a hectic travel schedule, Singapore-born businesswoman Kashma Budhrani makes it a point to have chicken rice once a week.

The best places and fun ways your children can learn about Singapore’s history, culture and heritage BY SANDHYA MAHADEVAN

This Singaporean musician used to be a Japanese idol. Up until 2013, she was a part of Japanese idol group Sea*A. She has since moved onto creating YouTube content, but also recently released her first digital single “Blue”.

Surrender to the luxury of these rival 2-litre SUVs and yield to the demands of modern motoring in style.

With at least 69 straps and 51 faces to play with, Knot gives you more than 3,000 configurations for a timepiece that’s truly yours.

YUKA MIZUHARA IS THE NEXT IT GIRL DJ – AND IT’S GOT NOTHING TO DO WITH THE FACT THAT SHE’S KIKO’S KID SISTER. TOGETHER WITH KENZO, FEMALE SHOWS OFF HER INFECTIOUS SPIRIT AND THE BRAND’S CROSS CULTURAL-INFLUENCED KENZO LA COLLECTION MEMENTO NO.2 CAPSULE.

When you step into Ushidoki’s main dining room in a shophouse on Tras Street, it’s clear that chef Hirohashi Nobuaki is not one to stick with tradition for the sake of it. The kaiseki master shifted his specialisation from seafood to beef two and a half years ago, based on one main approach: “(I applied) the ways I handle fish/ seafood to the way I handle the beef.”

Move over, whisky, vodka and gin. Bartenders are now swirling Italian amari – including fernet – as well as Japanese liqueurs, Mexican mescal and Turkish raki into potent concoctions. But the newest, hippest cocktail bars are serving more than these exotic regional spirits – they’re pairing them with region-specific food.

Birthplace of minimalism and the omotenashi ( Japanese hospitality) concept, Japan has always been a tourists’ favourite. Here are eight new hotels that offer the best of Japanese design and heritage.

It is rather difficult to pinpoint what makes dining at Hashida Sushi such an exceptional experience. It may be the gorgeous cypress wood sushi counter and bespoke Japanese furniture that set the tone for an understated yet luxurious meal. Or perhaps it is the draw of family tradition being handed down from father to son: Chef-owner Kenjiro “Hatch” Hashida trained in Tokyo under his father, Tokio Hashida, a renowned sushi chef, for over 20 years, and they have a prized soyabased sushi sauce that is based on a family recipe that’s over 135 years old.

Ishi is the latest outfit to join the bevy of fine-dining Japanese restaurants in Singapore. Located on the second level of the new Intercontinental Robertson Quay, it serves Kappo cuisine, which features both cold and hot preparation using the season’s best ingredients.

From forest bathing to nature-based corporate training, is ecotherapy the next big thing? A small but growing number of people here believe that immersing yourself in nature can boost your mood, reduce anxiety, and make you happier. Now, who wouldn’t want that?

Eating clean is mummy influencer BELLA KOH’s mantra when it comes to feeding her daughter. Here, she shares some easy recipes you can replicate at home.

BECAUSE REALLY, DON’T YOU FEEL MORE INSPIRED WHEN YOUR SURROUNDINGS ARE STYLISH? KENG YANG SHUEN ROUNDS UP THE BRANDS AND PLACES TO KNOW NOW TO MAKE YOUR HOME LOOK TRULY SPECIAL.

Are you visiting any of these six cities during the school break? Keep your little ones happy with these fun, creative and engaging activities.

Discover fine artisanal knives and other specialised kitchen tools in this hidden trove.

DESIGNED FOR PLE ASURE AND LEISURE, THESE VACATION SPOTS ARE PLUSH HOMES AWAY FROM HOME.

Japan delicacies such as Kurobuta pork Shabu-shabu, Red Wagyu Donburi, Take Torisashii and Karashi Renkon

Bathtubs that captivate with form and function.

A look at a home influenced by design ideas around the globe.

Tiles are no doubt the go-to material for bathrooms, but are you choosing the right design for your home interiors? Here’s a look at the latest tile options for five popular bathroom styles.

Every month since September 2016, we have been curating ideas and experiences for this column that aim to do three things: encourage you to take the less-travelled path (literally and figuratively); inspire you to do better by yourself and others; and live a little more – even a little smarter. For our last issue of 2017, we’ve added a fourth thing: ideas and experiences that also make darn good gifts.

Singapore’s First Sichuan Yakitori Bar

Despite a dingy facade and racy associations, Orchard Road’s Cuppage Plaza hides a Japanese gastronomic haven.

Four years ago, while pregnant and shopping for baby stuff, Yuki Oshima noticed something about children’s wear.

The city and its surrounds provide a pick-me-up for body and soul.

After modern Australian restaurant Whitegrass opened at Chijmes in 2016, the fine-dining circle waxed lyrical.

The one-of-a-kind design of this home combines the concept and aesthetics of a Japanese izakaya and ryokan, two big loves of the homeowner.

There has to be a reason for Andre Chiang’s longevity in our dining scene, from the time he carved out his memorable creations at Jaan to his current full-fledged restaurant at Bukit Pasoh.

Homeowners who want a contemporary Japanese-style home should check out Actus, whose casual and minimalist European-inspired designs feature a Japanese twist

ASIA-PACIFIC BOATING TALKS EXCLUSIVELY TO SOFTBANK TEAM JAPAN SKIPPER DEAN BARKER AND GENERAL MANAGER KAZUHIKO SOFUKU ABOUT THEIR HOPES FOR THE SOLE ASIAN CHALLENGER IN THE 35TH AMERIC A’S CUP IN BERMUDA.

To stay relevant in Singapore’s highly competitive retail scene, two home-grown fashion designers are doing things very differently: Max Tan, who shuttered his store, is now bringing his clothes to you at home; and Elyn Wong still creates only backless pieces.

For the ultimate in wellness, look no further than BAZAAR’s edit of the top spas to visit around the world and must-know insider tips.

Singapore’s best new cars of 2016, including the newly crowned Straits Times Car of the Year, have crossed our finish line as winners.

Okinawans are among the healthiest people in the world, mostly due to their diet of superfoods. Participants at a recent Simply Her workshop learnt how to cook with them.

Japanese brand Choya is synonymous with umeshu, a refreshing liqueur well loved for its delicious flavour and unique fruity bouquet.

Eaten plain or as part of a meal, Okome Japanese rice offers grains with a difference you can taste.

Our insider’s guide to experiencing Niseko and more this winter.

What makes a cult favourite? TAN MIN YAN discovers the appeal of Japanese artisanal label 45R in Tokyo.

Those who fail to plan, plan to fail. Get your Christmas shopping sorted with the help of these beautiful festive editions of SK-II’s favourite products.

Interior designer Jay Ang is known to design simple, yet stylish, meditative spaces, so it’s no surprise that his home is exactly that.

Wagyu from lesser-known prefectures is making its way to more restaurants here.

The interior of this open-concept home for one was inspired by small, contemporary Japanese homes.

Ago Bay is known for its pearls, and legend says it is the birthplace of the precious lustrous mollusc. Today the bay area, midway between Kyoto and Tokyo on the eastern side, emerges not only with shiny allure but also as a haven of wellness, a perfect escape from the city to rejuvenate.

ASIA’S LATE ENTRY FOR 2017 AMERICA’S CUP BERMUDA SUDDENLY STARTS LOOKING LIKE A CONTENDER AS AULD MUG CHASE GETS VERY, VERY SERIOUS.

New Suntory star Yamazaki Sherry Cask 2016 builds on the notes of its breakout predecessor.

If you adore everything Japanese, you will love Wazakura Club, a monthly subscription-box service that delivers fresh fruit, beauty products and other items from Japan straight to your door.

If you adore everything Japanese, you will love Wazakura Club, a monthly subscription-box service that delivers fresh fruit, beauty products and other items from Japan straight to your door.

Cook up a storm with these easy recipes for everyday Japanese comfort food.

Toyota has unveiled the Setsuna, an unusual roadster concept made primarily from wood.

Here’s how you know new restaurant Sakurazaka checks the right boxes: It does a mean risotto, an Italian dish one would hardly expect to find at a Japanese hotpot establishment. The key is the broth, a crucial element in both shabu shabu and risotto. Chef Masashi Horuichi, who worked in two-Michelin-star L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon in London, takes his time covering the bases – five types of broth made from pork, beef, seafood, chicken or ago dashi (seaweed and bonito flakes) are brought to a slow boil over four hours to coax out maximum flavours. A worthy match for premium cuts of Japanese Joshu Wagyu and Kyushu Japanese pork belly that the restaurant offers. 24 Greenwood Avenue. Tel: 6463-0333.

Nipponese open-air driving is defined by the latest Mazda MX-5 and the last Honda S2000.

Whether you have a sweet or savoury palate, Twinings Large Leaf Discovery Collection has the perfect tea to complement your meal

Here’s a feast specially prepared to help every Chinese zodiac sign embrace good health, peace and prosperity

What makes these traditional ethnic foods stand out? Simple: their use of whole, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients that boast a high nutritional profile and strong disease- fighting properties.

Choose your next great hair colour with the experts at the cottage.