Best Japanese bakeries in Singapore
If Japanese doughnuts, shokupan, and mochi cheese bun make your eyes pop, then you’ve come to the right place. From neighbourhood gems to shopping mall finds, we’ve compiled a list of the best Japanese bakeries in Singapore for all bread lovers to get that dough.
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1. Maru Mochi
When Maru Mochi first opened at Bugis Junction in May 2024, there was a snaking long queue of customers eager to try the Japan-famous mochi pancakes. Here, you can try more than 10 different flavours of the mochi obanyaki, where each piece is priced from $3.20. Some popular flavours include Taro, Black Sesame, Purple Sweet Potato, and Chocolate & Hazelnut Cream. Since you’re already there, get yourself a cup of their Warabimochi ($4.80 for six) too, available in classic flavours such as Kinako, Matcha, and Black Sesame.
Read our Maru Mochi feature.
Bugis outlet
Address: 200 Victoria Street, #B1-12A, Bugis Junction, Singapore 188021
Opening hours: Daily 10:30am to 8:30pm
Jurong outlet
Address: 67 Jurong West Central 3, #B1-85, Jurong Point, Singapore 648333
Opening hours: Daily 10:30am to 9pm
Website
Maru Mochi is not a halal-certified eatery.
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2. Gokoku Japanese Bakery
Gokoku Japanese Bakery needs no introduction; they have been around since 1961, and are one of the most famed Japanese bakeries in Singapore.
Many of us are into mochi bakes right now, and their Mochi Mochi Cheese ($2.90) does the trick to sort our mochi cravings. Each bun has milky and savoury cheese cubes within to make this snack all the more delicious. For something healthy, we recommend the Malt Kurumi Pan ($2.60), a simple yet delicious treat made with walnuts, soybeans, oatmeal, and malt.
Find out our favourite breads at Gokoku Japanese Bakery.
Website | Full list of outlets
Gokoku Japanese Bakery is not a halal-certified eatery.
3. Kiroi
You will find Kiroi tucked away under an HDB block in Alexandra Village. This homegrown bakery specialises in Japanese souffle cheesecakes and is run by a middle-aged couple.
There are six different flavours of souffle cheesecake to choose from: Original ($10), Chocolate Rice Topping ($14), Rainbow ($14), Cranberry ($12), and Raisin ($11). Each cake measures six inches in diameter, which feeds about six to eight people—quite a steal given its generous portion. Cheesecake fans will surely fancy the textural contrast between the soft and airy insides and a lightly caramelised top. Do note that their Japanese-style cheesecakes are lighter on the palate.
Read our Kiroi review.
Address: 123 Bukit Merah Lane 1, #01-118, Singapore 150123
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 10:30am to 3:30pm
Tel: 9845 9845
Website
Kiroi is not a halal-certified eatery.
4. Kamome Bakery
Kamome Bakery is one of the Japanese bakeries in Singapore that doubles as a cafe, and it’s ideal for brunch dates with a good selection of unique baked goods to choose from. Their Red Bean and Butter ($3.20) sells like hotcakes, but you can also get a smaller version at $2.50—great for those with smaller appetites. You can expect a soft yet bouncy bun with a generous layer of red bean paste, and a slab of butter. For something more filling, their Pork Cutlet ($4) bread topped with a sweet-savoury sauce is the perfect choice.
Read our Kamome Bakery feature.
Website | Full list of locations
Kamome Bakery is not a halal-certified eatery.
5. LeTAO
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Lesser known is LeTAO, a Japanese bakery situated at ION Orchard that specialises in cakes and cookies. You can also find shokupan, chocolates, and biscuits here. Give their Jersey Milk Swiss Roll ($23.10) a shot. Though simple in appearance, their swiss roll is said to be sophisticated in taste. The milk flavour is light on your palate, while the sponge cake remains soft and fluffy with every bite. Also, their cookie boxes make for a great gift idea; go for the Otaru Rue Ironai Fromage Cookies ($18.10) and Chocolate Black Tea Cookies ($18.10).
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, #B4-05, ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 9:15pm
Tel: 8799 3551
Website
LeTAO is not a halal-certified eatery.
6. Morimori Yogashi
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Nestled in Everton Park, this HDB estate is where hawk-eyed cake lovers will spot Morimori Yogashi. This is your go-to bakery for Hokkaido milk puffs, crepe roll, and warabi mochi. A hot favourite is the Japanese Mentaiko Seaweed Cheese Bread, which you can get in a bundle of eight pieces at $24. It features a soft bun brimming with mozzarella cheese, Japanese mentaiko mayonnaise, and roasted seaweed. Alternatively, try their Taro Yam Milk Roll ($17), a sponge cake rolled with a beautiful layer of rich taro filling. This is perfect for those who appreciate taro-infused desserts that are not excessively sweet.
Address: 1 Everton Park, #01-31, Singapore 081001
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am to 6pm, Sat 9am to 4pm
Website
Morimori Yogashi is not a halal-certified eatery.
7. Oishi Pan Bakery
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Oishi Pan Bakery is a hidden gem in Toa Payoh with a good variety of bakes and breads, such as Cream Puff (from $6.50 for four), QQ Mochi Bread ($2.20), and Banana Cake ($2.20).
For something substantial, there’s the Banana Walnut Loaf ($7.80) which has a good balance of sweet and nutty flavours, along with a slightly chewy texture. If you’re a fan of savoury breads, get their Sundried Tomato bread ($3.20) instead. It’s said to taste similar to a pizza bread with a relatively strong herb flavour.
Address: 190 Lorong 6 Toa Payoh, #01-572, Toa Payoh Mall, Singapore 310190
Opening hours: Daily 8am to 9:30pm
Website
Oishi Pan Bakery is not a halal-certified eatery.
8. Chef Yamashita
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Known for their whole cakes and ring doughnuts, Chef Yamashita has outlets in Tanjong Pagar, Great World, and Millenia Walk. For whole cakes, the bakery is best known for their Lychee Strawberry ($43), which presents a strawberry-flavoured sponge cake with layers of lychee cream, topped with sliced lychee. If you prefer something fancier, get their Ichigo Souffle ($8.20 for a slice), which is essentially a Japanese-style strawberry shortcake with a mild cheesecake taste. We also recommend their gluten-free Kome Kome Ring series that comes in six different flavours: Salted Caramel, Chocolate, Cinnamon, Lychee, Green Tea, and Original. Each doughnut is priced at $3.80.
Address: 1 Tanjong Pagar Plaza, #02-44, Singapore 082001
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 11am to 5pm, Sun 11am to 4pm
Website
Chef Yamashita is not a halal-certified eatery.
9. Pullman Bakery
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Fun fact: Pullman Bakery opened their very first bakery in 1978 in Hokkaido under a different name. It was only in 1986 that the family-run business launched their current brand! Their Curry Hokkaido Bun ($3) is a popular choice as the crispy bun is packed with curried potato chunks that is said to be mildly spicy. If you can’t tolerate spice, you can opt for their Sweet Potato Donut ($1.70) instead. This airy and soft bread features sweet potato chunks and paste with the right amount of sweetness. The bakery also offers a good selection of trendy beverages, such as iced Matcha Latte (from $4.50), Black Sesame Latte (from $4.50), and Earl Grey Milk Tea (from $4.50).
Website | Full list of outlets
Pullman Bakery is not a halal-certified eatery.
10. Tsumiki
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Helmed by a Japanese baker, Tsumiki is a hidden bakery at Fortune Centre that opened in July 2024. For the latest updates of what’s available, we encourage you to visit Tsumiki’s IG before making your way down, though we know there are some permanent items on the menu, such as the Tsukimi Shokupan ($1 for a slice/$6.50 for a loaf). While the classic shokupan is delicious on its own, we recommend the Matcha Anko ($2 for a slice), which features Japanese milk bread with a gorgeous matcha swirl at the centre, packed with sweet red bean paste.
Read our Tsumiki feature.
Address: 190 Middle Road, #02-02, Fortune Centre, Singapore 188979
Opening hours: Wed-Fri 12pm to 5:30pm, Sat 12pm to 4:30pm
Website
Tsumiki is not a halal-certified eatery.
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11. Shio & Sato
MasterChef Singapore runner-up Genevieve Lee, the mind behind Sourbombe Bakery, runs Shio & Sato at The Centrepoint—a cosy bakery-cafe specialising in shio pan, or Japanese butter rolls. Popular picks include the Sea Salt ($3.60), umami-packed Kombu ($4.80), and Green Chilli ($5.50) with tangy cream cheese. Each bun boasts a crisp crust and chewy centre, balancing buttery richness with savoury or sweet fillings. Queues form early, so visit before noon to snag these crowd-favourite bakes.
Read our Shio & Sato review.
Address: 176 Orchard Road, #01-33F/G, The Centrepoint, Singapore 238843
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 12pm to 7pm, Sat-Sun 11am to 7pm
Website
Shio & Sato is not a halal-certified eatery.
12. Yamazaki by Four Leaves
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A Japanese bakery concept by Four Leaves, Yamazaki can be found in the basement of Tampines 1. Here, you can get the likes of Strawberry Swiss Roll ($4.30), Mentai French ($2.60), and the popular Hokkaido Mini Souffle Cheese Cake ($3.50 for two pieces). There are also more locally inspired options, with the most obvious example being the Mini Pork Floss Bun (from $1), which many patrons seem to fondly enjoy.
Address: 10 Tampines Central 1, #B1-14, Tampines 1, Singapore 529536
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 9:30pm
Tel: 6260 5909
Website
Yamazaki by Four Leaves is not a halal-certified eatery.
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13. DONQ Boulangerie
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Hailing from Japan, DONQ Boulangerie at Ngee Ann City, or more specifically, Takashimaya Food Hall, is another solid option. They’ve got options such as Sausage Roll ($3.80), Brioche Sausage ($3.80), Onion Bread ($6.20) and many more. If you’re lost on which bread to get, they have a constantly updated list of their top five bestsellers at the bakery. Some frequent fixtures include the Mentaiko France and Shio Pan (price TBD).
Address: 391A Orchard Road, B2 Food Hall, Ngee Ann City, Singapore 238873
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 9:30pm
Website
DONQ Boulangerie is not a halal-certified eatery.
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14. Oishi Pan Bakery
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While Oishi Pan Bakery is known as a wholesale bread supplier offering fresh Japanese bakes, they’ve also got a physical store in Toa Payoh where you can pick up some of their signatures. These include the Prune Loaf (from $5 for a half loaf), Chocolate Cube ($5.80), and the Sun-dried Tomato Salty Bread ($2.80), said to be the head chef’s personal favourite item. Do note that they also offer free bread delivery with a minimum order of $58!
Address: 190 Lorong 6 Toa Payoh, #01-572, Singapore 310190
Opening hours: Daily 8am to 9:30pm
Tel: 6254 5994
Website
Oishi Pan Bakery is not a halal-certified eatery.
15. Pawa Bakery
We just couldn’t leave out our favourite shio pan place, Pawa Bakery, which has outlets at Plaza Singapura and The Star Vista. Their Plain Shio Pan ($2.30) sports a gorgeous golden-brown base steeped in butter, giving way to an airy, delicate crumb that’s noticeably lighter than most. Each bun is made with Japanese bread flour, Anchor salted butter, and sea salt. Aside from shio pan, they are also known for premium Japanese bagels, including Brown Sugar Cinnamon Bagel ($3.20), Matcha Red Bean Mochi Bagel ($3.80), and Sesame Bagel ($2.80).
Address: 20 Cecil Street, #01-02, Singapore 049705
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8am to 6:30pm
Tel: 8606 4986
Website
Pawa Bakery is not a halal-certified eatery.
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Best Japanese bakeries in Singapore for bread lovers
The next time you’re craving fresh Japanese-style bread or pastries, we hope this list of the best Japanese bakeries in Singapore will come in handy in finding a new go-to.
For more must-try bread shops, read our guide to the best sando cafes and restaurants in Singapore. Alternatively, find out the best bagel places in Singapore including Two Men Bagel House, Onalu and more.
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