SINGAPORE, July 25 -- Japan's influence on Singapore's culinary landscape continues to grow, with Japanese restaurants emerging as the biggest winners in the 2025 Michelin Guide Singapore.

Unveiled at Marina Bay Sands last night, the ninth edition of the guide recognised 288 establishments - but while new stars were born, others quietly dimmed, according to a report published in the South China Morning Post today.

Chef Yoshio Sakuta's namesake sushi restaurant made the leap from one to two Michelin stars, becoming the guide's newest entrant in the coveted two-star category. The chef, visibly moved, was seen in tears as the promotion was announced.

Located at The Capitol Kempinski Hotel, Sushi Sakuta joins six other restaurants with two...