Sunny Bali Outfit + Ghost Train WAKUWAKU JAPAN Movie Review

What is the best daytime outfit to wear in a sunny place like Bali? If your answer is something lightweight, then we're on the same track. Considering the hot and humid weather, there's nothing else I'd rather wear than some lightweight pieces PLUS sunblock to protect my bare skin that's not covered in clothes. On this occasion, I threw on a graphic sleeveless cotton tee on top of my bright colored bikini, a pair of exotic print shorts and put on ethnic necklaces and bangles for more 'Bali' look. Aside from the actual function, the mirror sunnies was also cute as an accessory.

To complement the casual look, I added strappy ethnic heels which match my gold necklace and bangles, and also my blue shorts.

OOTD - Outfit of That Day

GOWIGASA Kanye West Top Grey, Sassy Blue Floral Lattice Shorts, Sunset Classic Mirror Sunglasses, Necklaces | Topshop Coral Bikini | ALDO Bracelets | Unbranded Batik Bangle | Pedro Heels

I think this beach wave hairstyle looks really good for this outfit. It's really easy to make, too! Would love to make a tutorial for this anytime soon. ^^

Enjoy the sunny Bali!

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Anyway, Elle and I recently watched a horror movie from WAKUWAKU JAPAN TV Channel (#168) called Ghost Train / Otoshimono (オトシモノ).

Synopsis

There is something strange happening in Tokyo subway. A lot of people are reported missing, including Nana (Erika Sawajiri)'s little sister. Together with her friend Kanae (Chinatsu Wakatsuki), Nana is investigating the mystery. There's also this train conductor Toshikazu (Oguri Shun) who's being relocated to the lost-and-found department after he initiatively stopped a train because he reportedly saw a ghost on the railroad. They then find out that the missing people have something in common; they picked up a seemingly dropped-by-accident train ticket. And whenever someone's gone missing, there's always this strange, mysterious woman in black standing on the train platform.

Review

As a horror flick, Ghost Train has a pretty interesting storyline, but it lacks a lot of important things to make it even a decent movie. The pace is too slow and when it reaches the climax, it isn't even as scary or surprising as expected for such a long wait. Heavily focused on the cute main actress Erika Sawajiri (cast as Nana), her acting is also disappointing because she shows roughly similar faces / expressions to different situations (e.g. scared, surprised, tired) and it's not even convincing. Supporting actress Chinatsu Wakatsuki (cast as Kanae)'s acting is better. Special effect and make up are slightly below average. In conclusion, we wouldn't recommend you to watch it unless you're a fan of Erika Sawajiri (there are plenty of her shots and she's so kawaii here! Plus this is her FIRST horror movie ^^) or if you're out of choice. Having said that, it's still watchable, but we'd recommend you to lower your expectation before watching it. :)

WAKUWAKU JAPAN TV, please bring more horror / thriller movies to the screen, arigato gozaimasu!

Okay then, thank you so much for reading and see you guys on my next post~ (ˆヮˆ)づ♡

XOXO

Jessica Yamada

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PaperOne's The PaperMaster Game Review | PLAY & WIN!

Today we'll be reviewing this NEW, exciting game: The PaperMaster! (≧ヮ≦)づ♡

It's this addictive game that got us playing almost everywhere. At home, in the car, at the salon...

...in the cafe with our new lazy dog...  E v e r y w h e r e !

It's.... the................
PaperMaster!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FYI, yes, you must sign in with Facebook to qualify for a chance to win. :D

You can choose the appearance and clothes for your character ^^

T H E  G A M E

First, you have to earn your paper, and it ain't that easy cause you have to nurture the Acacia tree and stop the bugs from harming it before it is harvested to make your papers!

Tappity Tap Tap! GO AWAY FROM MY PRECIOUS TREE, BUGS~~~!!!!!!!!!!!

After earning your papers, it takes you to the Office Challenge where you can earn points to WIN the actual prizes!

Remember Diner Dash? Well here in The PaperMaster, you have to assist your colleagues by:

 1. Taking their request,

2. Bring the right paper and

3. Choose the right printer and print it for them before the time runs out!

There are 3 types of paper and also 3 types of printers, so you must be careful. ^^ The challenge grows faster and more difficult on each level. Before you know it, your colleagues will turn impatient and more demanding! *sounds like real life? Lol*

Anyway, before you can continue to the next Office Challenge level, you always have to earn your papers by playing the Tree Resource Game first. Kinda annoying because you must be all fired up to go to the next level but this is also such a clever way to remind you that those papers must be earned through a process (well in this game, it takes your effort and time, right?), so you better not waste it. ^^b

Do we enjoy the game? YES! But most of all, we are personally delighted by this clever and environmentally friendly marketing idea from PaperOne^TM because this PaperMaster game is so fun and addictive (not to mention the cute song + graphic) and yet it is very educative.

As you can see, the purpose of this game is to educate users (in REALLY fun way) about:

• How PaperOne nurture and preserve their natural resources before harvesting it

• The different types of usage of PaperOne papers, be it for home or office use. To name a few, it can be used for copying documents, making newsletters, school essays, account statements, design works, etc..

That's not all! The reason you have to play this awesome game is simply because of the........

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Great Prizes!!!

- First 1000 downloads stand to win an iPhone 5s
(there are FIVE iPhone 5S available)
- Be The PaperMaster & Win an Epson Workforce WF-3521!!

The PaperMaster competition runs from 4 Apr (0000hrs GMT+8) to 16 May 2014 (2359hrs GMT+8) and is only open to Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia residents.

Participants are allowed to play as many times as they wish during the competition period and complete all five levels of the game to achieve the highest possible score accumulated throughout the game.

For the completion of each level, a participant may earn 10 bonus points for each Facebook friend (up to 5 Friends) who has downloaded and registered as participation of the Game upon his or her invitation.

For complete information about this game and competition, please click here.

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Kompetisi PaperMaster ini berlangsung dari 4 April (pk 00:00) sampai dengan 16 Mei 2014 (pk 23:59) dan hanya berlaku untuk penduduk Singapura, Malaysia dan Indonesia.

Peserta diperbolehkan untuk bermain sebanyak yang mereka mau dan menyelesaikan semua lima level permainan ini untuk mencapai skor setinggi mungkin selama masa kompetisi berlangsung.

Setelah menamatkan setiap level, peserta bisa mengundang maksimal 5 teman Facebook dan mendapatkan ekstra 10 poin untuk setiap teman yang berhasil diundang dan mengunduh serta mendaftarkan diri sebagai peserta game ini.

Untuk informasi selengkapnya mengenai game dan kompetisi ini, silakan klik disini.

Izzit awesome or what?? Let's PLAY and WIN!!! XD

Go on, it's your turn NOW! ^^//

Click here to download the game and WIN the prizes (available in both Play Store and App Store)!! Good luck! ;D

XOXO

Elle and Jess

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HOW-TO: Aegyo Sal *Puffy, Smiling Eyes* in 3 Steps!

Aegyo Sal is a Korean make up trend which highlights the eye pouches located right under the lower lash line. I heard some people doubt this Aegyo Sal trend because they confuse it with eye bags. Note that the two are completely different, see below pic for comparison ^^

 You see, eye bags are the one that is caused by lack of sleep, too much crying and other bad stuffs that can only lead to tired, older looking eyes. Now Aegyo Sal on the other hand is the puffy part right below the lower lash line that's commonly more profound on children. However, it usually appears when you smile! Highlighting your natural Aegyo Sal will make your eyes look younger, cuter and more attractive. :D

  In this *freakishly* simple tutorial, I'm using Holika Holika Jewel-light Under Eye Maker.

Three simple steps Aegyo Sal!

1. Draw the outline with the dark side of the pen

2. 'Fill' in the inside with the bright side of the pen

3. Blend, blend, blend

 Tadah!!!

How is it? Super easy, right?? Hahahahahaha

This is how it looks like when I use it on my hand. The dark (brown) color and the bright (white) one look pretty vivid to me. I also love the fact that this is a two-in-one tool (both the dark and bright colors are here, very efficient!). The only thing I dislike about this useful tool is that the texture is kind of like a dry crayon, which requires you to rub your eyes; which is not good because your eyes' skin is very sensitive and the more you rub, the easier it ages *shriek*. However, you can try dabbing it little by little instead of rubbing it. ^^

Sweater is part of upcoming New Arrivals from GOWIGASA ♡

Okay then, thank you so much for reading and don't forget to leave some comments and see you guys on my next post~~ (ˆヮˆ)づ♡

XOXO

Jessica Yamada

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Mind Blasting NAMAAZ Dining | Restaurant Review

“Namaaz is the first molecular gastronomy restaurant in Indonesia which serve Indonesian food as its signature dishes.” —namaazdining.com

So this is my second time trying out this one of a kind restaurant, and this time, it's their 3rd season!

I had a chance to try out their 2nd season on 14 June 2013. Wrote a short Instareview about it here:

“6 of 17 super creative dishes from Namaaz Dining, the very first molecular gastronomy restaurant specializing in Indonesian food! 

From upper left: Pempek Kapal Selam, Sumsum Dabu-dabu, Udang di Balik Batu (inspired by a famous Indonesian proverb that translates to 'Shrimp Behind the Stone' in English), Garang Asam, Manisan Cianjur and the last soapy one down there; Hidangan Pencuci Mulut (another cleverly disguised dish, literally translated from an ambiguous Indonesian phrase 'Pencuci Mulut' that actually means Dessert, but could also mean Mouth Wash in English, lol). 

All in all, the whole course was delightful to our eyes, taste buds and minds. One dish is more surprising than the next. My family and I certainly had a pleasant and unforgettable dinner experience!” —http://instagram.com/p/anq-E8qxtW/

The first time I went there, this restaurant was addressed at a small hidden place, on the second floor of another small restaurant at Fatmawati, South Jakarta area. Today, you can find this restaurant at a much more convenient location:
Jl. Gunawarman no.42, Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta Selatan 12110 | ph. +6221 33061000

GOWIGASA Pinapple Crop Sweater, Midi Bodycon Knit Skirt in Grey (upcoming collection)

Alright, are you up to THE exciting 17 courses food adventure??

Ready.......

Set..............................

OK before we go (stop sighing, this is for your own good lol), allow me to remind you that here in Namaaz Dining, “What you see is NOT what you get”. Guests were not given the menu list either as to avoid spoiling the fun. So before you scroll on, I'm warning you that this post is ALL about the spoiler lol. If you're fine with it, then brace yourself and let's GO! ≡≡≡┌( ≧▽≦)┘

 Right here we got something that looked like... a raw egg with a mini pill beside it?

“Diminum telurnya sambil dimakan pilnya (at the same time, drink the egg and eat the pill),” Chef Andrian said and so we did. The 'egg yolk' didn't smell or felt like one at all, it was somewhat a sweet and fruity drink, and the pill was somewhat a soda candy. Mixed it together, we got Markisa Soda in our mouth! This sweet and refreshing appetizer marked our very first surprising menu that night.

After the sweet surprise, this popsicle (yes, the one I posed with up there) came to our table.

Despite it's sweet look, it was actually a savory Sate Lilit (Satay)!! It was sooo yummeh. The purple skin was elastic (gelatin, perhaps?) and the yellow thing was an egg. I wouldn't mind having more of that sauce, though. ;b

Croissant with orange jam? Nope, it's a Martabak! *wooooot*

Have you heard or tried a Martabak Telor before? Well, here you have one, ala Namaaz. The orange thingy inside the jar was egg yolk and the white thingy above the beef was 'egg white caviar'! So, so creative!!

Egg White Caviar, anyone?

 This seemingly abstract dish was actually a Sop Buntut and a very tasty one!
The white paste was the rice and, oh, where's the meat, you ask. Well, that messy brown thing IS the meat. They cleverly turn it into dried-shredded beef floss (abon)! XD The soup broth was very rich in taste, too. ♡♡♡

On the email they sent me, this dish was the highlight! It's called Bebek Cabe Rawit.

...But hey, it's just an ulekan and some chilies on it. Where's the duck?? Well, guess what? It was stuffed inside those 'chilies'! ;D We ate it with the shallot, leaf and the delicious sauce below it. Pretty delicious for an invisible duck! XD

 At first I thought this one was Pempek Telur, but turns out it was Rujak!
This one is a veerrrrryyyyyy interesting menu. That cylindrical thing was made of ICE!!! It didn't make the dish tasted bland, though, I think it's because the ice was made out of broth, not just plain water. :D Anyway, this dish was a very clever, delish and refreshing one. Super love!

 If you like your steak tender, you must love this like I do. Here comes... Steak Rendang!
Cooked in 54°C for two good hours, the meat turned out medium well. It was superbly juicy and tender. The rendang spices and santan made it even more special!

 A chocolate inside a soup?? Introducing Tongseng!
And yes, that IS chocolate covering the seasoning inside it. The soup tasted simply hot and plain without it lol. By the way, turns out we CAN eat a savory chocolate. Can you? ;)

For the ninth course, we had this sweet and refreshing Es Jeruk Nipis that looked like an iced strawberry drink. There was a short break after this dish, the waiters and waitresses paused serving and some guests used this opportunity to excuse themselves to the toilet.

Next, we had Kambing Bacem which was seriously very delicious to me. I LOVE super soft dishes* and this one had porridge(?) below the ground lamb meat and the broth tasted super awesome~~~!!
*I need to chew EVERYTHING (including juices and soup wtf) thoroughly before I swallow it. Mom said it's because I have a very small throat? Anyway, I appreciate soft foods because it lighten my jaws' burden lol

 This dish was quite a mystery until step... seven. Ok lah everything here was mysterious until you tried it yourself lolol. Okay, do you know what this is? Yes, it's an Udang Telor Asin (Prawn with Salted Egg)! :D That noodle thing on step 2-4 is the salted egg!! The prawn was fresh and look, there's a slice of ham, too! Love how pretty and delish this meal was. Not to mention the sophisticated one-by-one prep by the chef himself. ^^b

 This exciting dish was present on the second season, it looked like a *lighted* candle, yes?
Well, after making a wish (we were asked to! Hahaha) and the light turned off, we took a slice and voila, it's a Pisang Bakar (Grilled Banana)!! Super creative omg!! Even the 'candle's stick' could be eaten, too, as it was made of nuts. XD

Now, what are you hiding there, lil fella? I know you ain't an ordinary orange!

TADAHHH! It's Kue Keranjang!!!
Sooooooooooooooo LOVE this one to the max!!! First, it's cute (3cm width omg SO CUTE). Second, the orange peel was elastic fun and it was also made of orange juice. Last but not least, it tasted moderately sweet, sticky (as a Kue Keranjang supposed to be), soft and very, very, very oishiiiiii~~~!!!

Also present on the second season, this bubbly soap a.k.a. Hidangan Pencuci Mulut (another cleverly disguised dish, literally translated from an ambiguous Indonesian phrase 'Pencuci Mulut' that actually means Dessert, but could also mean Mouth Wash in English, lol) was actually a green tea-mint(?) flavored white chocolate with almond, tasted kinda similar to that famous Green Tea KitKat! XD

Ladies and gentlemen, lo and behold... Es Teh Panas (Iced Hot Tea)!! Hahahahaha seriously, if you drink the darker side, it was hot and the lighter side was cold! Abracadabra, anyone? (⁕ᵒ̤̑₀̑ᵒ̤̑⁕)

The surprise didn't stop there, entered Dragon Breath. It was actually a meringue, 'cooked' for a few seconds inside a pot filled with Nitrogen. When we eat it, smoke would come out of our mouth. Some even tried to close their mouth and the smoke came out of their nose and ears lol, so funky!

The last sensation was this one in the making... Hmmm, chocolate ball and gelatinous thingy spotted!

“Crack the chocolate,” said the chef and WHOA! Milk poured out of it in generous amount!
This 17th a.k.a. the closing dish is Es Kacang Merah (Iced Red Bean Dessert). It tasted like modern red bean sweets, very fresh and yummy dessert!

When asked, “Where did you go to school?” or “Where did you get your skill from?”, Chef Andrian would humbly say, “Google School” or “Uncle Google”. XD

Overall, our 17 course dinner was beyond enjoyable. As Chef Andrian said anyway, Namaaz is all about Fun Dining, not fine dining! ^^ Okay then, thank you so much for reading and see you guys on my next post~ (ˆヮˆ)づ♡

XOXO

Jessica Yamada

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