Best Japanese cafes in Singapore
Japanese cafes are well-loved for their food and beverage offerings: think matcha latte, loaded sando, mochi desserts and many more. In recent years, there have been several new additions to our neighbourhoods and in the CBD, too. Here’s our handpicked list of the best Japanese cafes in Singapore that serve up good food and good vibes.
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1. Coffee 2050
Coffee 2050 is a new Japanese cafe that opened in January 2025 along Beach Road. This cafe hails from Kyoto and recently, they went viral on social media platforms for their drinks on tap and a cool space adorned with a futuristic look. Coffee lovers can start with their Tap Coffee (from $6), featuring high-quality beans in a variety of flavours such as passionfruit, orange peel, and dark chocolate. Simply place your cup under the tap to dispense your coffee! Besides coffee, there’s the Iced Matcha Latte ($7.50) on tap, featuring premium matcha powder from Kyoto.
Read our Coffee 2050 feature.
Address: 267 Beach Road, #01-01, Singapore 199545
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am to 6:30pm, Sat-Sun 9:30am to 7:30pm
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Coffee 2050 is not a halal-certified eatery.
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2. Baristart Coffee
In September 2023, Baristart Coffee launched their newest outlet at Wisma Atria with their famous Hokkaido cream puffs, Japanese-inspired mains and more. There are two other outlets along Tras Street and Siloso Beach Walk.
If you can’t decide what to get, we recommend their Wafu Pasta ($19.80++), which features prawns and bacon strips as the star ingredients. This umami-packed dish is mildly spicy thanks to the addition of chilli padi and Japanese dry chilli shreds. For those who prefer rice to noods, get the Obihiro Butadon ($19.80++) instead. You get juicy pork belly drenched in teriyaki sauce on a bed of Japanese rice. Of course, you’ve got to end your meal with their Hokkaido Cream Puffs ($7++). Each puff is packed with custard cream that is said to be sweet and milky.
Read our Baristart Coffee review.
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Baristart Coffee is not a halal-certified eatery.
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3. Cafe Kitsune
Cafe Kitsune finally opened their doors on our island at Capitol Singapore in late 2022. This cafe brand is so popular that even their merch sells like hotcakes around the world.
For dainty desserts that are not too sweet, get their Yuzu Lemon Tart ($11.50+) and Chocolate Orange Entremet ($12+). Otherwise, there’s the Grilled Cheese With Tomato Soup ($16+) for something savoury and substantial. It features sundried tomatoes with a ton of cheese, and a side of house-made tomato soup that you can dip your toast into.
Read our Cafe Kitsune review.
Address: 13 Stamford Road, #01-11, Capitol Singapore, Singapore 178905
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10am to 10pm, Sat 9am to 10pm, Sun 9am to 7pm
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Cafe Kitsune is not a halal-certified eatery.
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4. Cafe Wabi Sabi
Cafe Wabi Sabi is a recent addition to the trendy Everton Park neighbourhood. This Japanese-inspired cafe is a 10-minute walk from Outram Park MRT Station.
Known as their bestseller, the Pork Katsu Sando ($12.90++) is a must-try if it’s your first visit here. You get pork katsu, mixed salad, cucumber, and tomato densely packed between house-made shokupan. Otherwise, give their Sukiyaki Don ($15.90++) a shot—it comes with sliced beef, onsen egg, tobiko, and caramelised onions. There are a total of nine donburi bowls for you to choose from, so take your time to explore the menu! For those heading down with a group of friends, their Fried Oyster ($9.90++) with a side of house-made wasabi mayo makes for an ideal sharing dish.
Read our Cafe Wabi Sabi review.
Everton Park outlet
Address: 3 Everton Park, #01-79, Singapore 080003
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10am to 8pm, Sat-Sun 8:30am to 5:30pm
Joo Chiat outlet
Address: 283 Joo Chiat Road, #01-00, Singapore 427537
Opening hours: Daily 8:30am to 9:30pm
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Cafe Wabi Sabi is not a halal-certified eatery.
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5. Paaru
Tucked away at Pearl’s Hill Terrace in Chinatown is Paaru, a minimalist cafe adorned with warm, wooden interiors.
Their menu changes from time to time, so you’ll need to check their socials to see what’s new when it comes to food. As for drinks, they mainly offer coffee and tea variations such as Matcha Latte ($7.50), Black ($5.50), and White ($6).
Read our Paaru feature.
Address: 195 Pearl’s Hill Terrace, #01-61, Pearl’s Hill Studio, Singapore 168976
Opening hours: Mon, Wed-Thurs 11am to 6pm, Fri-Sun 9am to 6pm
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Paaru is not a halal-certified eatery.
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6. Takagi Coffee
Conveniently located in the CBD, Takagi Coffee is a great pit stop for those in the vicinity to drop by for a quick coffee break or casual meeting.
This cafe takes pride in their specialty coffee and brunch menu. For starters, we recommend the Takagi Coffee Original Blend (from $4.90++), which boasts a combination of strong coffee brew with hints of citrus notes. To go along with your coffee, get their W Egg Sandwich with Salad ($12.80++). Egg mayo fans will dig this as you get a generous amount of creamy house-made egg mayo marinated in shoyu. Else, there’s the Mochi Skin Matcha French Toast ($15.80++). You get toast that is wrapped in mochi skin, and served with a side of fruits and a scoop of matcha ice cream.
Read our Takagi Coffee feature.
Address: 100 Tras Street, #01-14B, 100 AM, Singapore 079027
Opening hours: Daily 8am to 9pm
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Takagi Coffee is not a halal-certified eatery.
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7. Kohaku Sabo
Kohaku Sabo at Chinatown Point is another solid spot. Their Mentaiko Cream Sauce Udon Ikura Topping ($23.80++) stars thick, chewy noodles drenched in rich mentaiko cream, topped with uni and ikura for briny bursts of flavour. For dessert, don’t miss the Sweet Potato Crème Brûlée ($12.80++), featuring silky-smooth sweet potato crowned with a caramelised sugar crust. Pair that with the café’s calm teahouse vibes for a comforting Japanese escape.
Read our Kohaku Sabo review.
Address: 133 New Bridge Road, #02-34, Chinatown Point, Singapore 059413
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 11:30am to 3pm, 5pm to 9pm, Fri 11:30am to 3pm, 5pm to 9:30pm, Sat 11:30am to 9:30pm, Sun 11:30am to 9pm
Tel: 6443 4366
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Kohaku Sabo is not a halal-certified eatery.
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8. Hello Arigato
With four outlets spread across the country, Hello Arigato has been crowned one of the most popular Japanese cafes in Singapore. Do note that their menu varies depending on the outlet you visit!
The branch in Bukit Timah offers the crowd-faovurite Gyu Sando ($28+), which presents a juicy house-made Wagyu beef patty. There’s also a new item on the menu you can check out: Porkatsu Sando ($25+), which comes with a thick-cut pork collar, house-made tonkatsu sauce, Japanese mayo, and shredded cabbage sandwiched between a Japanese milk bread.
Read our Hello Arigato review.
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Hello Arigato is not a halal-certified eatery.
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9. Otter & Pebbles
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Located in Novena is Otter & Pebbles, a minimalist, spacious Japanese cafe specialising in ochazuke, AKA green tea over rice. Of the lot, their Unagi Ochazuke ($28.90++) is a crowd favourite as it features sweet-savoury grilled eel, soft tamago cubes, and tangy pickled Japanese plums. Of course, it’s finished with sencha broth to pour over however much you want. If unagi isn’t your thing, get the Salmon Ochazuke ($24.90++) instead.
Read our Otter & Pebbles feature.
Address: 8, Sinaran Drive, #01-05/07, Outside of Oasia Hotel, Singapore 307470
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9pm
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Otter & Pebbles is not a halal-certified eatery.
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10. Suzuki Cafe and Roastery
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Formerly known as Suzuki Factory Cafe, the newly rebranded Suzuki Cafe and Roastery is a Kyoto-style Japanese teahouse tucked away in an industrial estate in Boon Lay.
This cafe is a paradise for coffee lovers as you get an extensive selection of house blends and filter coffee to choose from. For something simple, get their Long Black ($6), which uses a house blend from Columbia and Ethiopia. Otherwise, opt for their Matcha Latte ($8) or Hojicha Latte ($8) which is made using Hokkaido fresh milk. If you prefer tea to coffee, try their Gifel Tea ($6) which comes in four flavours: Supreme Earl Grey, White Ginger Pear, Oriental Sencha, and Fruity Peach.
Address: 8 Chin Bee Avenue, Singapore 619932
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 8:30am to 5pm
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Suzuki Cafe and Roastery is not a halal-certified eatery.
11. Cafe Usagi Tokyo
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Homegrown brand Cafe Usagi Tokyo made their entrance into the matcha specialty cafe scene in early 2023.
Many of us are into mochi right now, and their Signature Mochi Ice Cream ($6.50) is a great dessert choice to sort out our cravings. There’s a variety of flavours to choose from, including Lavender Hojicha, Burnt Cheesecake, Strawberry Shortcake, and Samurai Blue Sea Salt. Their Matcha Latte (from $6) or Genmaicha Cold Brew ($8) makes for a great pairing with the dessert!
Read our Cafe Usagi Tokyo feature.
Suntec City outlet
Address: 8 Temasek Boulevard, #02-615A, Tower 3, Suntec City, Singapore 038983
Opening hours: Sun-Thurs 10:30am to 10pm, Fri-Sat 10:30am to 10:30pm
Somerset outlet
Address: 111 Somerset Road, #01-42, 111 Somerset, Singapore 238164
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
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Cafe Usagi Tokyo is not a halal-certified eatery.
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12. Kurasu
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It would be blasphemous to leave Kurasu out of a guide to Japanese cafes in Singapore as the brand has grown into a favourite of many coffee lovers. Hailing from Kyoto, the famed cafe now has two stores on our island.
Highlights include their Hand Drip Coffee ($7.50) and Today’s Hot Coffee ($5). Alternatively, we recommend their matcha series which comes in several forms, including Matcha Latte (from $7), Seasonal Soda ($7.50), and Ceremonial Matcha (from $8.50).
Waterloo Street outlet
Address: 261 Waterloo Street, #01-24, Waterloo Centre, Singapore 180261
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 6pm
Orchard outlet
Address: 1 Grange Road, #01-03, Orchard Building, Singapore 239693
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am to 4:30pm, Sat-Sun 9:30am to 5:30pm
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Kurasu is not a halal-certified eatery.
13. KYO Kohee
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Another strong contender for Japanese matcha and coffee is KYO Kohee, a hidden gem in the heart of the CBD.
You get a good range of latte here, namely: Hojicha Latte ($7.90), Genmaicha Latte ($8.90), Dirty Matcha Latte ($10.90), Dirty Hojicha Latte ($8.90), and Mahou Latte ($8.90). You can pay an additional $1 for milk alternatives, including Hokkaido milk, oat milk, and soy milk. If you prefer a cleaner aftertaste, we recommend their tea series with no milk. There’s the Akai Tea ($5.90), Genmai Tea ($6.90), and more.
Read our KYO Kohee review.
Address: 144 Robinson Road, #01-01, Robinson Square, Singapore 068908
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8am to 5pm, Sat 9am to 5pm
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KYO Kohee is not a halal-certified eatery.
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14. Kizuna
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Hidden under an HBD block, Kizuna is the place to visit for Japanese fusion food at wallet-friendly prices. The cafe also offers weekday lunch specials with a different item on the menu on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
Look out for their Char Siew Maze-udon ($14.90++) every Wednesday, which features maze udon topped with pork belly and an egg yolk. There’s also the Mentaiko Udon ($15.90++) served with an onsen egg! You can expect something a tad fancier on Fridays called Tsukimi Negitoro Don ($18.90++). This dish presents finely chopped tuna belly with Japanese rice topped with an egg yolk.
Address: 148 Potong Pasir Avenue 1, #01-37, Singapore 350148
Opening hours: Tue-Sat 5pm to 11pm
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Kizuna is not a halal-certified eatery.
15. Hvala
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With five outlets across Singapore, Hvala is arguably one of the most accessible and frequented Japanese cafes in Singapore. Their flagship store is located at Chijmes!
For desserts, start with their Warabi Mochi ($8++), which is essentially house-made warabi mochi coated with kinako powder AKA roasted soybean powder, and Japanese sugar syrup. Alternatively, opt for the Goma Sliced Cake ($9.90++) if you’re a fan of sponge cakes. We can’t forget about drinks—the Matcha Hojicha Ice Blend ($8.50++) and Yuzu Ice Blend ($8.50++) are great choices for Singapore’s sultry weather.
Read our Hvala feature.
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Hvala is not a halal-certified eatery.
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16. Go Rogue
The team behind 46 Mittsu has rebranded as Go Rogue, a new Japanese sando cafe in Clarke Quay serving hearty sandwiches, rice bowls, and salads. Go for the Smoked Brisket ($21), packed with 48-hour braised beef brisket, sunny-side up egg, and pickled jalapeño for a rich yet tangy bite. Their signature BEC ($14), which comes with bacon, eggs, and lots of cheese, is a smoky, gooey classic that still hits the spot.
Read our Go Rogue review.
Address: 20 North Canal Road, #01-01, Singapore 048832
Opening hours: Tue, Sun 9am to 3pm, Wed-Sat 9am to 3pm, 6pm to 10pm
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Go Rogue is not a halal-certified eatery.
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17. Ne Ne Neko
Ne Ne Neko at PLQ Plaza transforms from a cosy Japanese cafe by day into an izakaya bar by night. Swing by in the afternoon for their Yakiniku Gyu Don ($15.90++) or the Cold Somen with Ebi Fry ($17.90++). Pair your meal with a Matcha Latte ($7.90++) or the Yuzu Sochu (from $10++). Come nightfall, grab some drinks and Tempura Ika ($10.20++), Mentaiko Yakitori ($3.60) and more for chill izakaya vibes.
Read our Ne Ne Neko coverage.
Address: 10 Paya Lebar Road, #01-K7, PLQ Plaza, Singapore 409057
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 12pm to 11pm, Fri 12pm to 12am, Sat 11am to 12am, Sun 11am to 10pm
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Ne Ne Neko is not a halal-certified eatery.
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18. Sando
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SANDO serves up hearty Japanese-style sandwiches loaded with flavour. With over 12 sando priced under $16++, you’ll find classics including Tamago Sando ($12.80++), Spam & Hash ($13++), and Chicken Karaage ($14++), alongside creative options such as the Hoki Fish ($15.80++) topped with tartar sauce and ponzu. They also offer comforting rice bowls and sides, including Crab Croquettes ($9.80++), Spicy Deep-Fried Wings ($10.80++), and Corn Fritters ($8.80++), which are best enjoyed with their craft beers or coffee.
Read our SANDO coverage.
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SANDO is not a halal-certified eatery.
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19. SKOSH
SKOSH is a minimalist Japanese-inspired cafe located at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) serving creative East-meets-West brunch dishes. Highlights include the Truffle Shoyu Chicken Karaage ($14), packed with umami and crisp perfection, and the Chicken Katsu & Waffle ($24), paired with yuzu-infused maple syrup for a citrusy twist. The Okonomi-Rosti ($16), a fusion of okonomiyaki and rosti, is another must-try.
Read our SKOSH review.
Address: 80 Bencoolen Street, #01-15, Singapore 189655
Opening hours: Daily 9am to 9pm
Tel: 8025 6578
Website
SKOSH is not a halal-certified eatery.
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20. Cafe Nesuto
Cafe Nesuto by homegrown patisserie Nesuto brings its signature cakes and savoury mains to ION Orchard. Try the Braised Miso Chicken Leg ($24++) or Chicken Breast with Charred Corn & Greens ($22++) for a refined meal, then end with the Strawberry Crumble Tart ($12++) or Banana Cream Pie Soft Serve Parfait ($15++). The Braised Oxtail Open-Face Pie ($16++) is another must-try, combining tender oxtail and creamy potato sauce.
Read our Cafe Nesuto coverage.
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, #04-27 to 32, ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
Tel: 6047 0334
Website
Cafe Nesuto is not a halal-certified eatery.
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