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Warm moments and good times with NISSIN Pasta

It has been a couple of years since some of us at Akadot TV has been able to visit Japan, no thanks to the pandemic, so picture our delight when we found out that Nissin was going to provide us with their newly-launched frozen pastas for our year-end get together!

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What okonomiyaki, NDP and a Japanese-Singaporean family have in common

As a Japanese parent in Singapore, Tsutomu Takasuka is constantly wondering what kind of identity his children will grow up with. “I often ask them what nationality they are, and all three of them say that they are Singaporean”, says Tsutomu.

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Singaporeans who studied in Japan in 1960s

The Japanese University Graduates Association of Singapore (JUGAS) marks its 50th Anniversary this year. The association has been active in providing networking opportunities for graduates from Japan since its formation in December 1970, and it was also awarded the Japan Foreign Minister’s Commendation in 2005 for its contributions to the...

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Singaporean designs watch straps using Kimono

Inspired by the craftsmen that he met in Kyoto, Tong Cheuk Fung began his journey in designing and creating handmade...

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Hinamatsuri – Celebrating Japanese womanhood

Hinamatsuri, or Dolls’ Day, falls on 3rd March each year. We speak to 2 Singapore-based Japanese ladies to find out what it means to be a Japanese woman in this day and age.

Shimaya Stays Japanese Guesthouse in Kyoto

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The Singaporean Who Saved Kyoto Traditional Townhouses

In the heart of Kyoto stands two 100-year-old traditional townhouses that were restored by a group of Singaporeans and Malaysians. Lee Yong Chye, a graduate from Osaka University, believes in giving back to Japan by contributing to the preservation of this important cultural heritage, which is slowly diminishing in modern...

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“Mooncake” – food or fiction? An honest review of Mediacorp and TBS Japan’s co-produced drama

The mooncake season is on us again, with Mid-Autumn Festival taking place this year on 21 September. Traditionally, mooncakes have...

Interview with Prof Chong Tow Chong, President of SUTD

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Singaporean Professor helped revolutionize international calls

Prof. Chong Tow Chong, president of SUTD, is a graduate of the Tokyo Institute of Technology (1974-1978). He reminisces about...

Paper Quilling Merlion by Japanse Craft Artist

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Paper Quilling Merlion by Japanese Craft Artist

What memories does Singapore hold for a Japanese lady who has lived here for the past 15 years? Paper quilling artist Yasuko Nakashima expresses her love for places in the little Red Dot, especially the Singapore River and the Merlion, through her colourful and elaborate paper illustrations....

Singaporean-Japanese International Couple

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A Singaporean-Japanese couple’s tale of their cross-cultural romance

Where is home, truly? Mika Tan and Yuki Takeda, a Singaporean-Japanese couple, talk to us over tea about the joys...

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“Trying to find Japanese friends” is precisely what will leave you with none

Despite my eager efforts to forge friendships and integrate into the Japanese society, why weren't things working? One major takeaway from my university experience in Japan is that friendly people do not mean friends.

Bon Odori Japan Summer Festival Natsu Matsuri 2019 in Singapore

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Traditional Summer Festival “Natsu Matsuri” in Singapore

The Japan Summer Festival, or more affectionately known as Natsu Matsuri, is a major annual event in Singapore where Japanese expats and local Singaporeans come together to enjoy traditional Japanese street food, games, dance and culture. Akadot TV interviewed some Japanese and Singaporeans attendees this year to find out what...

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Indian-Japanese family who made Singapore their home

Being a mixed family, the Kumsy family's festive meal on this day consists of South Indian dishes like rasam and poori, and specially-made vegetarian yakisoba. We joined them for dinner and a chat over tea.

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Anisong Vocalist Hikarin from Singapore

Akadot TV collaborates with Hikarin, popular J-pop cover singer in Singapore! Hikari has just returned as a soloist after the...

Yosakoi Soran Ambassador Singapore Malaysia

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YOSAKOI Soran Dance in Singapore & Malaysia

In 2002, a team of dancers represented Singapore in the YOSAKOI Soran Festival held in Hokkaido. It was lead by Masami Uno, a veteran performer of the dance form, which combines elements from the energetic Yosakoi dance of Kochi Prefecture and the traditional Soran Bushi folk music from Hokkaido. She...

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Warm moments and good times with NISSIN Pasta

What okonomiyaki, NDP and a Japanese-Singaporean family have in common

Singaporeans who studied in Japan in 1960s

Singaporean designs watch straps using Kimono

Hinamatsuri – Celebrating Japanese womanhood

The Singaporean Who Saved Kyoto Traditional Townhouses

“Mooncake” – food or fiction? An honest review of Mediacorp and TBS Japan’s co-produced drama

Singaporean Professor helped revolutionize international calls

Paper Quilling Merlion by Japanese Craft Artist

A Singaporean-Japanese couple’s tale of their cross-cultural romance

“Trying to find Japanese friends” is precisely what will leave you with none

Traditional Summer Festival “Natsu Matsuri” in Singapore

Indian-Japanese family who made Singapore their home

Anisong Vocalist Hikarin from Singapore

YOSAKOI Soran Dance in Singapore & Malaysia

Tasting Takahata the Singaporean Way

YOSAKOI Soran Dance in Singapore & Malaysia

47Ronin – A Singaporean Shokunin’s Story

Seijo Ishii Singapore Fair 2021 – Recreating Peranakan flavors in Japan

Japanese hairstylists support children with cancer in Singapore

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