Japan 11 Apr - 19 Apr - Day 1 (Part 1)

Our awaiting holiday is final here!

We were at the airport early to enjoy the facility of their lounge, cos our dear friend has free access passes! In the lounge, there are free wifi, food, wine, place to rest and shower room, meant for those doing flight transition. I went with an empty stomach to have a good supper.... Mostly are light food, but i had so many helpings till i nearly drop dead eating, all thanks to my greediness...

My man getting himself in relax mode...

Our travel mate...

My OOTD for the trip, it is really humid and hot here in Singapore, so i only start changing before take off, the temperature when we touch down Japan would be about 15 degree only...! Woohoo...!

Ready for take off..! See u in 6 hours time....

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In flight meal.

Had heard a lot about JAL in-flight meals, usually they are catered from actual restaurants that are based in Japan. We had this very thick tomato soup (that i didn't take down the name) from Soup Stock, which later then i know it's a chain store in Japan. And they had spread their wings to Singapore too....   

photo credit from www.soup-stock-tokyo.com 

Touch down Haneda Airport

First thing to do not sim card nor find map but is..... smoking room!

Always amused by Japan high tech toilet

 Gear up before we head out.... cos it's only 12°C...! Shiokness...!!!!

Black coffee for my man, his everyday dosage.

Time for the trains. Change numerous train, coupled with many up and down the stairs before we reach our lodge. 

This is my MAN..! Helping me out with the bulky and heavy luggage while i just carry "Myself". Felt so much luv... Hugz..!

Finally reached and this pic is actually heading out again... lol  

We are heading out to have our first meal in Japan...! 

Ichiran Ramen, one of the best ramen we ever had. This has become our regular spot for supper throughout our stay, forget to mention that this store opens 24/7, and it's within walking distance from our hotel (like 15min walk).

The ordering method is also fresh to us to, perhaps we are too mountain tortoise. Haha... Cos this type of vending machine can be found everywhere at most of the eatery throughout Japan.  

Some light shopping and getting to know the area near our hotel.

After the walk about, it's 4pm already, went back to have a short nap and prepare for night activities.

KFC

I am in fact a big fan of KFC, love it since i am a kid! Walked passed KFC the other day and saw this new CNY promo, really valuable, so cannot resist myself and got one.

The new stuff is the Pineapple Egg Tart, already in love with their Portuguese style egg tart, now they add in pineapple (the only fruit i can accept cooked or processed). 

Mist of CNY season, they also have their so call lucky win, this is what i got....

But i am so apologetic, i only post after the offer is over... lol
Will try not to be so lazy (hopefully) on updating, so could share with people out there (thou not many people read my blog), it's still good to share lah... Aiyo.. i have become such a nag, should stop here.

Mookata Fever

Recently mookata is the trend, everywhere you can see it, especially coffee shops. We were recommended to visit this one which is opened by a distance relative of a friend. Thus, we show our support and patronized their stall.

We ordered as a set ($32.80), It stated for 2-4 pax. When we were served, by the look of the serving, i was thinking to myself....

"Sure anot..?!?! Enough for up to 4 meh? So little...."

But surprisingly, it's really good for 3 or maybe 4, cos only 3 of us went, and the portion is just nice for *us (we went with mil whom eat super little and hubby, therefore i consider myself as big eater, i really eat a lot). We love the meat! The meat is tenderize and marinate to fragrance, and Oh Ya....the PRAWNs...! They are fresh and sweet, practically sweet..! Even the chilies, they have 3 different types for you to choose from, slightly sweet ones, sour and the normal chili padi type. 

They open till 11pm, it is convenient to us if we pop by from work, i mean our off work time is already 9.45 pm or 10pm liao... so from our work place zoom down is less that 10mins. Considering the pricing, i think it's very reasonable too. If you want to order ala carte, you may too... cos the portion for individual items are HUGE..!!! Seriously, their portions are larger than those i ever had! Imagine, a portion of meat cost $8-$12, usually mookata style they serve in those square-shape stackable plates which probably contains about....6-8pcs of meat or maybe half filled. But for 1345 Mookata, their plates are filled to the tip! We were all dumbfound! Perhaps because they are located in industrial area, price are more competitive and they are very willing to provide. To me, i would say it is value for money. 

In the same coffee shop, the drink stall do served Thai iced milk tea. Great to go with the hot and sizzling food! You have to try it out yourself to verify.  

P.S. i am not paid or had eaten for free to write up this post. This is purely for my record-ance and just to share if any readers are interested.

We are sure to revisit...!!! If anyone has interest, the location as stated below.

1345 Mookata - Secrets Of Thai Taste Mookata

25 Bukit Batok Crescent

#01-01

Singapore 658077

Tue-Sun : 4.00pm - 11.00pm

https://www.facebook.com/SecretsOfThaiTaste

Par tor @ Lobby at 9

Met up with some friends for drinks after work at this newly found place by them. Nice place to chill and some small drinks especially for their 1 for 1 beer. They do served main courses but kitchen close pretty early like about 10pm, not to worry of having nothing to bite on after that, cos they still have finger food serve till late. For those whom wonder why am i promoting this place, please this is not a sponsored post, chance a upon this nice place so like to share with everyone.  

Pic grab from http://sg.openrice.com/

1. Address: 9 Yuk Tong Avenue, 596314

   Phone:6462 0097

   Hours:

   
   

   Open daily · 9:30 am – 1:00 am
2. Promotion: Mon - Thurs Beer 1 for 1  

Todai 14May14

Overdue FIL's Birthday Celebration & Mother's Day Celebration

Everyone schedules are so packed that we have been pushing the date back.... :(

But this long awaited treat to GOOD food is just what i need to cheer myself up, of cos in collaboration to the celebrations lah...! Have been hearing alot about TODAI and seen so much pictures people post about this place while doing research. Finally my chance is here!

The restaurant gives me a WOW feel once i set foot in it! It's so spacious, the food are neatly array in uniform blocks. It is so convenience and straight forward, with one look you probably can roughly remember what food is at which corner. 

This is the layout i grab from the web, was said to be placed on every table, but i didn't notice or maybe didn't pay attention to.   

image grab from http://gninethree.com/

I did not include the picture from the cooked (hot) section... i think because it's not my area of interest that i totally ignore it!

My plates of servings...! Usually i will attack from the cold (raw) food then slowly turns to cooked food. I don't like to jump from cooked back to raw then cooked again. Maybe i 怕死 (afraid), worried that my stomach cannot take it and put all these delicacy to a waste by having diarrhea the next moment. I will hate myself for it! Waste $$$ money waste food!!!!!

First time there, but great experience! Food range are good, though a little heart pain with the bill, worth every penny for all the food i consumed! 

49 Days

I am so hooked to this!

I have been chasing after this for the passed few nights with minium sleep or no sleep! Practically no sleep! OMG...! This is so addictive...!

Black Man...?

Review

Darlie which is better known of as 黑人牙膏 when i was younger. Thou cannot understand then but remember Mum says that black man left better contrast with white teeth, maybe that's how it got its name. 黑人牙膏 really left a good old impression, cos till now i still remember it's name.

Not long ago, i requested a sample of the Darlie Expert Fresh Toothpaste (黑人专研清新牙膏）from Samplestore.com, more on samplestore on my next post.

Back to the toothpaste, Expert Fresh was said to be clinically proven to fight against bad breath for 12 hours! Aiya... another advertorial talk only... real or not? This might be the reaction for many, so do I! So here I'm to test and try it out myself!

First brush before sleep

The next morning

I have sinus, so at times i tend to breath through my mouth especially when i am deep asleep without i myself even knowing. This result is halitosis (bad breath)!

I am in sale line, staying fresh and not having a bad breath is SO important to me! Of cause, other than the toothpaste there are other remedies such as:

1. Drinking a lot of water - on the cons side it means you will tend to pee a lot too.... this isn't great image for the Boss towards you wor...
2. Chew chewing gums or take mint candy - it's rude when you keep chewing in front of your customers/clients and moreover it's illegal now in Singapore. Not only that, it is just a temporarily measure.
3. Brushing/flossing/mouthwash after every meal - this is useful unless you took garlic or onions, because the stink will stay with you till the foods have passed out of your body... sound scary! 
4. See a dentist - would cause you a bit of money and likely tell you the above mentioned. lol 

*The above CONs are only based on my one-sided opinions.

Opps...! Not to miss out the philosophies about toothbrushing too..!
Always note and stay aware of: 

1. Use the Right Toothbrush and Bristles
2. Brush Twice a day for at least 2 minutes
3. Do not brush too Hard or too Often
4. Brush Correctly
5. Change your Toothbrush every 3 or 4 months or sooner if bristles give way.

One week after using Darlie Expert Fresh

My breath is not stinky..!

After using the toothpaste for a week, i still have hashed dried smell breath when i woke up in the morning, i think this is quite unavoidable. But the amazing part is by the end of the day, my breath still stay quite fresh, i mean at least it is not that stinky type! I still maintain the amount of water intake, not special adjustments are made to maintain this fresh..! Quite please with this product, will keep using till other needs found. 

This toothpaste can be found at most of the major supermarkets, pharmacies and cosmetic stores.

Biore Oil Cleanser

It always occur to me if it is really possible to remove makeup as from the advertisement shown on TV. Sorry Bifesta to steal your ad screen and yet talk about Biore. Initially i thought the product i saw from TV was the one that i am using until i looking carefully and did my researches. Apologize for my overlook.

screens from Bifesta ad

I am using Biore Cleansing Oil for quite awhile already, i kind of like it as it practically clean off everything including waterproof mascra, BB cream and such. I am a lazy person, i need something with just 1 shot. This cleanser doesn't leave any oily feel after rinsed off with water, but usually i will cleanse my face with foam wash in additional to ensure no impurities are left especially on my T-zone. I have combination skin... so extra steps have to be taken i guess.

Me and my Biore

Me will makeup on (probably can't tell as most of it has wear off)

Pump a little cleansing oil (about the size of a 50 cent coin) onto a dry cotton pad

Place it directly over the eye for about 5~10 sec, u might want to wait a little while more if you are using all those stubborn waterproof makeup 

Gently remove the cotton pad and.....

Tadaaaa..... (just like the ad!) True personal experience!  

Hopefully didn't scare anyone off with this bare face with shiny T-zone.

Lastly, i must declare this isn't any sponsored post, this product is what i have been using for awhile and out of curiosity, i want to know if makeup could be just transferred over to the cotton pad.

Experiment : Success!

Random

Was chasing after this Korean drama《拜託小姐》My Fair Lady,  by 尹恩惠. In this show, she is a super rich third generation of a corporate empire! She can be elegant, cute, or stylish all thru the show... Love how she could bring out these styles!

Some of the pic stole from the net...


The handsome actor!

Her dressing are from some of the fashion walkway! She can totally bring it out on her... I am immersed by her...





Generally it's a nice show, as you know always with a little exaggeration over super rich and a pauper love...