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  • Feel the JAPAN spirit

    Since our last trip to Japan where we witnessed the after-math of the deadly tsunami that left the world to a stand-still and the ceremony held in Iwate, memories still lingered in our mind on how strong and positive mind-set the people of Japan have. ...

  • Hiraizumi Chusonji Iwate Japan – A World Heritage-Site Visit

    On our last memorable day after a good sleep at the ryokan, we unwillingly dragged our luggage off the ryokan compound feeling sad that the journey's gonna end here. Well, not really.. we have a last pitstop to make.. the Chusonji at Hiraizumi. Never ...

  • Hokkaido Mt Moiwa – an alternative to million-dollar Hokkaido views

    "Where do you want to visit for the evening?" my guide questioned as i flipped through the brochures while laying comfortable on a couch at Best Western Sapporo. "Something beautiful for the night.." i mumbled and this caught my attention - Mt Moiwa. And off ...

  • Sylistic.com featured on NHK JAPAN | Our 3.11 Japan Voyage

    Our 7 days 6 nights trip to Japan invited by MOFA Japan has since caught the attention of many, such as a local Singapore Volunteer group whom seeked directions from us to get to the disaster-hit areas and had set off to help the locals ...

  • Sapporo Hokkaido… We finally meet!

    It was early in the morning at 6:30am and I dragged myself out of the bed to catch the early 9am flight to Hokkaido, Sapporo for a 1 night trip. As I was packing my heavily loaded luggage, I saw some white stuff flying across ...

  • A night getaway in Tokyo Top Attractions

    Before you really decide to hit the beds, the night is still young for more exploration. Japan's even more beautiful with its shiny glittering lights that blankets the city skylines and you sure won't want to miss a part of it that captivates each traveler's ...

  • My 1st Ryokan Japanese Hotel Experience

    This article was featured on NHK RADIO JAPAN. More of the radio interview here. A breathtaking view rises ahead of us as my private car drifts through the curvy roads along the quiet scenic countryside. Soon, a beautiful sight appears right in front of the ...

  • 3.11 Night Light-up Ceremony in Miyagi City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan

    Strolling through the dark within the premises of the Morioka castle, we soon found a glimpse of light shining from far and my tour guide smiled, "That's where we are heading to". I heaved a sigh of relief as uncertainty filled my thoughts earlier on ...

  • Our ANA In-Flight Inspirations & Experiences

    Well Known as "Inspirations of Japan", I flew off on All Nippon Airways (ANA Japan) to Tokyo Haneda with thanks to MOFA Japan on a mission to explore the disaster-hit areas and interact with the locals as well as the helpful NGO who has been ...

Here we go …. Awana Genting Highlands

Written by Sy On October - 30 - 2010 under Kuala lumpur

Genting has always been a dream for many to visit due to its cold air and theme park and most importantly , CASINO ( where you can turn into millionaires ) ! And after my 1 night sponsored stay in Corus Hotel Kuala Lumpur with some explorations around Kuala Lumpur like Jalan Ampang and KL Twin Tower , thanks to Awana Resorts and Vacation for another free 1 night sponsored Read More…

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I Koi-ed finally w Bubble Tea Craziness Verdict .

Written by Sy On October - 29 - 2010 under Travel Updates

After hearing so many stories of Koi and how everyone fell in love with Koi so much that they’re queuing for like 1 hour just for that 1 cup of koi , i’ve decided to find out and discover for myself the ESSENCE of KOI and the success stories . Well, don’t be surprised , because even though KOI doesn’t have active twitter , facebook , website to keep customers Read More…

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Happy Belated 6th birthday Jetstar w Promos Inside !

Written by Sy On October - 28 - 2010 under Major Events

First of all , Sylistic will love to congratulate Jetstar , All day everyday Low fares , a HAPPY BIRTHDAY and not too young already , 6 years old this year ! I had this sweet piece of news that young jetstar was gonna sweeten their low fares with cup cakes to public and tweeted them out on my twitter – but if you were in the dark , too Read More…

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Amazing Tunnels & Temples Tokyo

Written by Sy On October - 27 - 2010 under JAPAN

A common sight in Japan are just temples , temples and MORE TEMPLES ! Within just walking distances along streets , you won’t fail to spot any temples along your journey . Like what we mentioned in the previous post about Exclusive Visit to Japan Radio Broadcast & Atago Jinja Shrine , this is where you can easily take a lift up towards the NHK Radio broadcast and Atago Jinja Read More…

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Exclusive Visit to Japan Radio Broadcast & Atago Jinja Shrine

Written by Sy On October - 27 - 2010 under JAPAN

Built in year 1603 , known as Atago Shrine (愛宕神社) , it was just beside my 1 night stay over in Tokyo at Tokyu Inn Shinbashi Atagoyama , a 5 minutes brisk walk away . Located on Atago Hill, which is 26 meters above sea level ,stairs leading to the shrine are also famous, as they represent success in life. And they are really very steep , so if you Read More…

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I Conquered Japan’s Tokyo Tower

Written by Sy On October - 25 - 2010 under JAPAN

CONTEST : Conquer a 7 days 5 night ALL INCLUSIVE for 2 to TOKYO ! ! Don’t believe I CONQUERED TOKYO TOWER right ?! Then read on lah ! World’s tallest self-supporting steel tower at 333 Metres tall since year 1958 , Tokyo tower is soooo high up in the skies . This is just incredibly HOW TALL THE TOKYO TOWER IS . Bear in mind that we shot it Read More…

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1st Dinner in Tokyo !

Written by Sy On October - 22 - 2010 under JAPAN

What do you first think of Japanese Food ? Sizzling Hot beef noodles ? Sushi that makes you drool like mad ? And of course , this , being my 1st dinner in Tokyo has been a strange encounter and a different kind of experience , with purchase of food from vending machines – that means you don’t need to speak any word or signalling what you want . Of Read More…

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Tokyu Inn Shinbashi Atagoyama Tokyo Review

Written by Sy On October - 17 - 2010 under JAPAN

Sponsored Post AD : [ WIN A TRIP TO TOKYO ! ] It was like 5 pm in the evening when i finally dragged myself to Tokyu Inn Shinbashi Atagoyama , a 15 mins walk from Shimbashi Station , which is 10 mins train ride from Tokyo Station and 10 mins walk to the amazing bright Tokyo Tower . I must say , Tokyu Inn Shinbashi Atagoyama is pretty secluded Read More…

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Tokyo Station and around the mazey crowded stations!

Written by Sy On October - 17 - 2010 under JAPAN

You should have known , if you’ve looked at the map of tokyo stations before , that it is like wtf , because the metro lines are all over the place and you will be confused of which trains are served here and to where , because there are various companies sharing the same track , going different destinations in the end . And we’re now in Tokyo Station with Read More…

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Konichiwa Narita Airport & Guide to Tokyo City

Written by Sy On October - 16 - 2010 under JAPAN

If you’ve flown with airlines before , you’ll know the freaking expensive airport taxes for TOKYO NARITA at SGD $170 with fuel surcharges , security checks and more when i got my trip with United Airlines – so let’s find out , why it’s worth and why not worth that sum of $$ ! When i first stepped into NARITA AIRPORT , i was greeted with clean and beautiful airport Read More…

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Sylistic Flies United Sponsored Tokyo Flight

Written by Sy On October - 14 - 2010 under JAPAN

United Airlines , flying to 210 destinations , across 33 countries , operated by 1 star alliance company with its broad wings to many popular destinations like San Francisco , Los Angeles , Las Vegas , Singapore , Hong Kong and Tokyo , there’s no doubt in expectations and standards of quality on board my first ever United Airlines Flight , thanks to a pair of Sponsored Tickets by United Read More…

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Preparation for my next Japan trip …..

Written by Sy On October - 13 - 2010 under JAPAN

I’m sure those who followed me tightly on twitter , or my facebook friends will feel so damn weird , ” Wait , Are U going to Japan again when you just came back like 1 day ago ……. ?! ” So what’cha to prepare for japan ? 1. Japan has alot alot ALOT to offer from hot springs to natural attractions to heritage sites to museum to theme parks Read More…

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