MUST TRY SPECIAL FOOD IN JAPAN

Hi beautiful people,

Here is unboxing on Must try special food in Japan.

Besides Kit Kat matcha from Japan, there are also some Japanese snacks that are unique to each perfectures and places.

Some of the snacks are actually seasonals so if you will only be able to get some of them when they are in season.  Some of them also has short expiry date so it made them even more exclusive and special.

So, do consider bring them back as sourvenir when you are going to Japan.

Do check out the youtube videos since it includes some of food items that I don't have the pictures here.

Must try special food in Japan

Arima Uji Matcha Kinako Soy Bean Snack

Arima Uji Matcha Kinako Soy Bean Snack

Arima Uji Matcha Kinako Soy Bean Snack

It is Halal snack from Japan .  The Matcha is from Hyogo Perfecture that is very famous with Himeji Castle, Kobe beef, and various onsen resorts.  This is also a very healthy snack.

It has uji matcha taste along with crunchy soy inner with slightly sweet taste. 

Daisho Ramen Noodles With Soup Hakata Rich Tonkotsu

Daisho Ramen Noodles With Soup Hakata Rich Tonkotsu

Instant noodles is one of the greatest invention of all time.

Daisho Ramen Noodles With Soup Hakata Rich Tonkotsu is actually vegetarian instant noodles from Japan.

It has this white broth with noodles that is thin.  It is a pretty healthy instant noodles.

Tarami grape jelly

Tarami grape jelly

Tarami grape jelly

Tarami grape jelly (seasonal fruit).

This is an seasonal available jelly from Nagasaki, Japan.  This one I have is grape jelly which does contain alcohol.  It has safflower and gardenia in it.  I really like the thoughtfulness of removing the skin from the grape already.  It has taste of safflower with a very light scent of sake (wild guess).  Sweetness is just right and I think it is pretty tasty. It reminds me of osmanthus jelly.

Marumiya Seasoning for Rice Soup Salmon flavor

Marumiya Seasoning for Rice Soup Salmon flavor

Marumiya Seasoning for Rice Soup Salmon flavor

It has crackers, seaweed and bits of salmon in it.  The salmon bits can be salty so it is good to eat it with plain porridge.  I find it appetising.

Ilohas pear flavour drink

Ilohas pear flavour drink

Ilohas pear flavour drink

Ilohas pear flavour drink (Coca-Cola Brand)

This is one of the flavour drink that one should try when they are in Japan.

My mouth is greeted by burst of freshness special pear flavour extract from Tottori prefecture Nijisseiki Pear (Twentieth-Century Pear).  The water is also from natural source in Japan.  It has only hint of sugar which is not noticeable at all.  My mother really like this Ilohas pear flavour drink when she normally don't like anything pear flavoured.

Sanko rice topping seasoned sea urchin&kelp

Sanko rice topping seasoned sea urchin&kelp

Sanko rice topping seasoned sea urchin&kelp

Love Seafood? Get this unique rice topping seasoned sea urchin which is really tasty exclusive in Japan.  Sea urchin in Japan is highly sought after and this Sanko rice topping is affordable to get it for your love one.  My mum really like as topping for rice and in her Maki (sushi).

Petit Shrimp Cracker from Yamagata

Petit Shrimp Cracker from Yamagata

Petit Shrimp Cracker from Yamagata

Petit Shrimp Cracker from Yamagata

Petit Shrimp Cracker from Yamagata is really good.  It is so crispy, thin and has real shrimp taste.  It is not too salty and I just can help myself to finish it in one go. 😂

Shiny Apple juice from Aoimori Japan

-photo inside the youtube .  It is very delicious and sweet. This one is famous apple from Aoimori that is famous for apples.  If you are going to Aoimori, get the apple juice and try their ice cream.  My picky family members love this Apple Juice too.

MINTON MIYAKO (Kyoto) tea

Ilohas pear flavour drink

Tarami grape jelly (seasonal fruit) 

Sanko rice topping seasoned sea urchin&kelp

Petit Shrimp Cracker from Yamagata

Hata Kosen Ramune Soda

Jonetsu Dried Shaved Bonito

Jonetsu Kakaku Chili Powder from Nara

Marumiya Seasoning for Rice Soup Salmon flavor from Saitama Japan

Arima Uji Matcha Kinako Soy Bean Snack

Jonetsu Green tea bags from Ibaraki (can get it from Donki)

Shiny Apple juice from Aoimori Japan

Daisho Ramen Noodles With Soup Hakata Rich Tonkotsu

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REVIEW ON MURAD RAPID DARK SPOT CORRECTING SERUM

Hi beautiful,

Here is a review on Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum.  It is one of the stable vitamin C that you don't have to put inside the fridge and walk far to reach it each time.

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

In 1989, dermatologist and pharmacist Dr. Howard Murad founded Murad, Inc., the first modern doctor brand of clinical skincare products, setting a new standard for high performance skincare. As the clinical authority in brightening for over 30 years, Dr. Murad has developed a next-generation dark spot solution that leverages patented technology to effectively minimize the look of the dark spots you see and prevent the look of dark spots you don’t see yet—on wide range of skin types and tones. Murad has been committed to developing clinically proven, cruelty-free products that meet the meticulous standards for safety, efficacy and care you’d expect from a doctor.

Rapidly reduce the look of dark spots without a doctor's visit. This intensive serum promotes surface cell turnover for brighter, more even skin.

Suitable for a wide range of skin tones; targets the dark spots you see and prevents the look of the ones you can’t see yet 

Functions: 

- Reduce the look of dark spots with this intensive serum that promotes surface cell turnover for more even, brighter skin 

- Diminish the appearance of pigmentation caused by inflammation

 Which Skin Type is Good For? Normal, oily, dry, combination

How to use: 

AM and PM - 

Step 1: Cleanse with Essential-C Cleanser. Pat dry. 

- Step 2: Apply 1-2 pumps evenly over face, neck and chest. 

- Step 3: Follow with a moisturizer.

Reccomended to use a Murad sunscreen during the day.

 Results: 84% showed a reduction in the look of dark spots and other hyperpigmentation in 14 days* *Clinically proven results via instrumental measurement of areas with dark spots. With Murad regimen. Test panelists agree in just 14 days†: · 91% saw brighter skin · 94% noticed smoother skin · 89% reported a more radiant glow †With Murad regimen

Packaging: It comes with a box with all the details in English.  Keep the product inside the box. The plastic bottle is sturdy and is the airless pump bottle.  It is a stable vitamin C so you don't need to keep it inside the fridge.

Ingredients talk: 

Ingredients: 

Water/Aqua/Eau, Alcohol Denat., Glycolic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Methyl Gluceth-20, Tranexamic Acid, 4-Ethylresorcinol, Hexapeptide-2, Rice Amino Acids, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Zinc Gluconate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Sulfite, Sodium Hydroxide, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polyquaternium-4, Disodium EDTA, Limonene, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Fragrance (Parfum)

Formulated without: Parabens, Sulfates, Phthalates, Gluten, Animal-derived ingredients, Mineral oil, Formaldehyde, Oxybenzone, Petrolatum

Paraben free, sulfate free,  silicone free , Eu allergen-not free, alcohol-not free,  and not fungal-acne safe (malassezia). 

 The ingredient being PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil. 

 The rest the ingredients are for hydration, emulsifier, texture, pH adjusting and preservatives. 

Texture: It has slight orange scent that disappeared once dried down.  Orangey transparent serum that  watery light that absorbs onto the skin without any stickiness or residue.  

Review: Doesn't pile with sunscreen or under makeup.  It does even out, lighten the skin and reduce pigmentation after using it for 14days.  It is not irritating, doesn't clogged my pores and doesn't break me out.  It does speed up the healing of my skin and make my skin look brighter.

Overall: A dermatologist brand serum for dark spots without visit to the skin clinic.

Product retails for 

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum 30ml – RM448 

Murad City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF50 PA++++ - RM298

Made in USA

Shop at www.murad.com.my 

Or at any of Murad Exclusive Facial stores https://facial.murad.com.my/store-locator

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Insta: @MuradskincareMalaysia

#muradmy #muradmalaysia #darkspotcorrectingserum 

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REVIEW ON RYO DERMA SCALP CARE SHAMPOO FOR SENSITIVE&OILY SCALP

Hi beautiful people,

I have been using mostly non sulphate shampoo which is more gentle on my hair.  Here is a non sulphate and is a herbal shampoo from Korea.  Ryo is one of the brands under Amore Pacific that makes the famous Laneige, Innisfree, Etude House and also Sulwhasoo.

review on Ryo derma scalp care shampoo for sensitive&oily scalp.  I have been using for more than a month.  I have oil scalp and I live in hot humid weather.  There is another version which is for dry scalp.

Ryo derma scalp care shampoo for sensitive&oily scalp

Ryo derma scalp care shampoo for sensitive&oily scalp

Ryo derma scalp care shampoo for sensitive&oily scalp

Ryo derma scalp care shampoo for sensitive&oily scalp

Ryo derma scalp care shampoo for sensitive&oily scalp

Derma Scalp Care Shampoo for Sensitive & Oily Scalp 

- enriched with Jeju green tea extract. 

- This mild shampoo keeps the pH balance of the scalp even after through cleansing. 

- Gently cleans your hair and scalp while keeping your hair hydrate and moisturized.

Packaging: Beautiful white plastic pump bottle.  It has hangul written on it but since I got this bottle here it does have English written in.

Ingredients talk: 

Ingeredients:

Purified water, sodium C14-16 olefin sulfonate, sorbitol, lauryl hydroxyl sulfonate, 1, 2-hexanediol, coco-glucoside, ethanol, sodium methylcocoyl taurate, citric acid, polyquaternium-10, PPG-3 caprylyl ether, ethylhexyl glycerin, limonene, di-C12-13 alkyl maleate, caprylyl glycol, sodium citrate, sodium chloride, glyceryl caprylate, eucalyptus leaf oil, cedar oil , Tetrasodium EDTA, Orange Bark Oil, Sedrat Bark Oil, Lavender Oil, Peppermint Oil, Gwanggwak Flavor Oil, Rosemary Leaf Oil, Corn Mint Oil, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Pine Leaf Extract, Philippine Orange Bark Oil, Green tea extract, madecassoside, bulgaris mugwort oil, chamomile flower oil, fragrant violet petal extract, tocopherol

silicone free and sulfate- free
sodium C14-16 olefin sulfonate is not a sulfate

Texture: It has transparent watery liquid that has this light herbal scent of rosemary. 

Review: Shampoo liquid does bubble up easily which cleanses my hair easily and makes my hair soft even without conditioner.  Living in a hot humid weather my hair tends to be very limp and sweaty after a day but this shampoo last two days on me.  After a month, I find my scalp more healthy and less greasy. I find that it is gentle, hydrating and balancing the scalp water -oil balance.

Overall: It is a nice herbal non sulfate shampoo which is a good alternative for oily and sensitive scalp.

Product retails for 

Ryo derma scalp care shampoo for sensitive&oily scalp 400ml RM40

Made in Korea

At Shopee https://shp.ee/2fu3bn3

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MOONLIGHT TOUR OF CHANGDEOKGUNG PALACE KOREA

Hi K friends,

Here is a special trip to Korea video the moonlight tour of Changdeokgung Palace in Korea.

I am honoured to be a part of this wonderful virtual trip at night to Changdeokgung Palace.


Changdeokgung Palace is in Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea.
The star of Seoul's five Joseon Dynasty palaces was built by King Taejong in 1405.  

It was used as secondary palace to Gyeongbokgung for about two centuries.  From the time of Seongjong, the ninth king of Joseon began using it as a place of residence.

Now it is a  UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for it's royal residence buildings and beautiful gardens.

The admission fees Requires Valid ID card for free tickets

Secret Garden tour requires the general admission ticket purchase and is a guided tour.

moonlight tour Changdeokgung Palace, Korea

moonlight tour Changdeokgung Palace, Korea

moonlight tour Changdeokgung Palace, Korea

Here is what is inside this box 😄
-Moonlight tour of Changdeokgung Palace
-Incense of Changdeokgung palace
- Mood lamp of Nakseonjae Hall
-Virtual reality cardboard headset

The box has this beautiful phoenix is on the ceiling of Injeongjeon Hall of Changdeokgung Palace.

This is a first time that I get to experience such a unique virtual tour that I have to make my own VR set.  Sorry I mess up the VR a bit and that is how it turned out.  The tutorial video is actually very clear and easy to follow.  

The mood lamp I had to rewatch the tutorial video over and over again and still didn't get it right the first time.  When I finally got it right, there is this sense of happiness.

Half moon shaped of Nakseonjae Hall mood lamp reminiscent of a stone sculpture in Nakseonjae Hall of  Changdeokgung Palace during King Heonjong in Joseon Dynasty.

I didn't get the perfume but the paper with the scent and it does smell good.  It smells like woody slight sweet scent.

Thank you Korea for giving me this opportunity to experience this.

@goongon.official

#goongon #onmoonnighttour #kheritage

For more information, please visit official https://www.instagram.com/goongon.official/ and Visit Korea . 

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NEXT GENERATION MURAD RAPID DARK SPOT CORRECTING SERUM

Hi beautiful people,

Next Generation Dark Spot Correction Serum without a doctor’s visit

Here is the launch and details on Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum.

In 1989, dermatologist and pharmacist Dr. Howard Murad founded Murad, Inc., the first modern doctor brand of clinical skincare products, setting a new standard for high performance skincare. As the clinical authority in brightening for over 30 years, Dr. Murad has developed a next-generation dark spot solution that leverages patented technology to effectively minimize the look of the dark spots you see and prevent the look of dark spots you don’t see yet—on wide range of skin types and tones. Murad has been committed to developing clinically proven, cruelty-free products that meet the meticulous standards for safety, efficacy and care you’d expect from a doctor.

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum

Rapidly reduce the look of dark spots without a doctor's visit. This intensive serum promotes surface cell turnover for brighter, more even skin.

Suitable for a wide range of skin tones; targets the dark spots you see and prevents the look of the ones you can’t see yet 

Functions: 

- Reduce the look of dark spots with this intensive serum that promotes surface cell turnover for more even, brighter skin 

- Diminish the appearance of pigmentation caused by inflammation

 Skin type: Normal, oily, dry, combination

How to use: 

AM and PM 

Step 1: Cleanse with Essential-C Cleanser. Pat dry. 

- Step 2: Apply 1-2 pumps evenly over face, neck and chest. 

- Step 3: Follow with a moisturizer.

Reccomended to use a Murad sunscreen during the day.

 Results: 84% showed a reduction in the look of dark spots and other hyperpigmentation in 14 days* *Clinically proven results via instrumental measurement of areas with dark spots. With Murad regimen. Test panelists agree in just 14 days†: · 91% saw brighter skin · 94% noticed smoother skin · 89% reported a more radiant glow †With Murad regimen

Ingredients: 

Water/Aqua/Eau, Alcohol Denat., Glycolic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Methyl Gluceth-20, Tranexamic Acid, 4-Ethylresorcinol, Hexapeptide-2, Rice Amino Acids, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Zinc Gluconate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Sulfite, Sodium Hydroxide, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polyquaternium-4, Disodium EDTA, Limonene, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Fragrance (Parfum)

Formulated without: Parabens, Sulfates, Phthalates, Gluten, Animal-derived ingredients, Mineral oil, Formaldehyde, Oxybenzone, Petrolatum

Texture: It has slight orange scent that disappeared once died down.  Orangey transparent serum that  watery light that absorbs onto the skin without any stickiness or residue.  

Review: Doesn't pile with sunscreen or under makeup.  It does even out, lighten the skin and reduce pigmentation after using it for 14days.  It is not irritating, doesn't clogged my pores and doesn't break me out.  It does speed up the healing of my skin and make my skin look brighter.

Overall: A dermatologist brand serum for dark spot correcting serum without visit to the skin clinic.

Murad City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF50 PA++++ 

Murad City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF50 PA++++ 

Murad City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF50 PA++++ 

Murad City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF50 PA++++ 

Murad City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF50 PA++++

Functions:

 - Shields your skin against multiple types of light damage (blue light from screens or outdoor UVA& UVB) 

- Helps color correct & even tone with no ashy residue 

- Lightweight, 100% mineral SPF for all skin types, even sensitive 

Skin type: Balanced, Oily, Combination, Dry, Sensitive 

How to use: AM and PM After cleansing and toning, massage evenly over face, neck, and chest. 

Results:City Skin SPF 50 shields skin from 96% of pollution* and 89% of blue light from screens.†

Review: It is important to use sunblock to prevent pigmentation and to protect your skin.  It does correct the skin colour without looking ashy or have white cast on my skin.  It has very light texture, dries down to matte and there isn't any added fragrance to it.  The scent disappeared after 10minutes.  It doesn't clogged my pores or break me out.  It is a good sunscreen with high protection from polution , UV rays and even blue light from screens.

Product retails for 

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum 30ml – RM448 

Murad City Skin Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF50 PA++++ - RM298

Made in USA

Shop at www.murad.com.my 

Or at any of Murad Exclusive Facial stores https://facial.murad.com.my/store-locator

FB: @Murad.Malaysia

Insta: @MuradskincareMalaysia

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