Hello everyone, Countdown has started till the end of 2014…then comes the new year of 2015! Our restaurant will be closed on Dec. 31st, and will open from January 1st, 2015. As a new year event, we will be welcoming the “LION DANCE” at our restaurant! Because the lion comes very close around the tables, you can enjoy the dynamics of its dance. The lion will dance along with the drum.(This looks like Japanese traditional creature called ‘shishimai’) For the reference, we had had a red lion last year, but who knows what color it is going to be this year! Date: January 1st – January 3rd (3days only!) Time: […]

Greetings from LANGKAWI!! We have lesser rainy hours and getting more sunnier days in Langkawi! The sun is strong under the blue sky! I would like to introduce another Langkawi souvenir… The famous ‘Gama Soup’ has been hiding away from shops these days. And we introduced the ‘Virgin Coconut Oil’ which is available at UNKAIZAN, before on this blog. Aaaaaand Yessssss This timeeeeeee ・・・・・・・・・・・ we have new additions!!! The bottle is the original Virgin Coconut Oil. The container is suitable for countries colder than Langkawi. (This oil turns solid below 25 deg. Celsius. When applied, it melts on the skin naturally). Coconut oil … •Moisturizes Skin, deep skin cleaning, removes […]

Hello everyone, With such weather every day, I feel like we are skipping the rest of our rainy season and going into the hot & dry season in Langkawi! Today I would like to introduce this veeery authentic souvenir!! It seems like there has been a ‘popcorn’ trend in Japan recently. This popcorn is very popular among the locals. And it’s usually found at anywhere like convenience stores, so no need to find a special shop. Which is ・・・ ?? (…drum roll…) Durian flavored popcorn!! So Malaysian! All the UNKAIZAN staffs like this! This snack hasn’t come out recently, but it has been everyone’s favorite from childfood. It’s like ‘Kappa […]

Greetings from LANGKAWI!! When we closed the restaurant last Wednesday, I finally made a trip to go outside of Langkawi!!! I have visited another famous island of Malaysia; Pulau Penang! Did you know it only takes 35min from Langkawi to Penang by air?? LCCs fly between these 2 islands, so all we have to do is to check the websites for great deal. (Ferry service also availale from Kuah Jetty). There are 2 popular destinations in Penang island; beach are and Georgetown. I chose to go Georgetown this time (because it’s said that Langkawi has nicer beach). This is one of the famous must-see-spot, the Blue Mansion!! (Able to go […]

Greetings from LANGKAWI! Kanako and I finally went to try this famous Chinese soup! The soup is made with several kinds of Chinese herbs, mushrooms, and pork. It is known as the soup that gives you stamina. It’s called ‘Bak Kut Teh’. It seems like it’s more popular in Malaysia or Singapore than in China. In Langkawi, “Shark Fing” restaurant in Kuah is the place to go if you want to try this. Not only because this restaurant is known for Bak Kut Teh. But their offering is only Bak Kut teh!! (You can stop by at a famous statue of eagle ‘Eagle Square’, then go to the restaurant!) You […]

Hello everyone, “Slamat Hari Raya—–!” July 28th & 29th were New Year’s Days for the Malay people in Malaysia. Muslims get ready for this big event by going through one month of fasting prior to thier new year’s. So everybody go nuts to celebrate after the fasting like there is no other days in a whole year. They dress up in new traditional clothes and visit around relatives, cousins, friends’ friends, neighbors, colleagues etc. In one day, we move houses to houses as long as the day lasts. Remember? People go crazy to celebrate this! Especially to kids, or whoever have not married. They get special allowance on this new […]

Greetings from LANGKAWI!! It’s a painting time!! We’re making our restaurant look more pretty as we speak! Here are some real-time photos. This is the finished 1F wall. It’s a bit hard to see because of lighting, but the wall is painted to light-green. Our special wine cellar is in the center! This is 2F, from top of the stairs. There are still white part to be painted. Hello, Painting. Yes, more painting. FYI – The answer from the previous Night Market Quiz was — “Deep-fried Hamburger”!! Thanks for reading and have a nice day! Akane

Hello everyone, It may be already familiar to some of you, but I introduce this Malaysian Starbuck’s or family restaurant, “OLD TOWN COFFEE”! This so-called cafe is originated in Malaysia. It offers various FOOD menu! Also kept clean and be able to enjoy local foods. There are 2 stores in Langkawi – one is in Cenang Mall and another is in Langkawi Parade shopping mall. There is one at Kuala Lumpur International Airport too. It is not the ‘best of the best’ taste, however we can enjoy local food to western to desserts in a air conditioned (and open air outside tables) restaurant! The prices are reasonable considering the quality […]

Greetings from LANGKAWI!! We feel more and more of the rainy season as there are more days we feel cooler after the rain (sometimes with much humidity). Just a small tip – it will be useful to bring some long sleeve to wear in such condition or under strong air con! 1 month of Ramadan for Muslims had started on June 29. That’s right – people cannot eat nor drink anything from the dawn till the dusk. ・・・almost all malay people start eating upon the sun hides away – doesn’t matter if you are still working or a customer in a shop! It tends to be difficult to catch a […]

Hello everyone, Today is about The Danna Langkawi hotel which I actually stayed with my friends. This hotel is a luxury scale, elegant & quiet, and conveniently located in Pantai Kok area (close to the airport). Restaurants and shops are near by too. Great place for relaxing. Pantai Kok is known for being used in the film “Anna and the King” Among the great nature of Langkawi, this place offers a romantic side of it. First, I must tell you about the welcome massage! You may have had welcome drink upon arrival to a hotel, but at Danna a professional therapist will give you a few minutes of relaxation….for free! […]