8 Japanese supermarkets in Singapore to satisfy all your J-food cravings

The essence, vibes and everything Japanese is truly brought to Singapore with Don Don Donki. Makeup, merchandise, homeware, food. There’s nothing that Don Don Donki doesn’t stock. But one of the reasons why we love heading to one of their many outlets in Singapore is because of the food. Whether you’re looking for fresh produce flown in from Japan or cooked Japanese takeaway meals, this supermarket has everything.

Multiple locations across Singapore. For more information, visit their website here.

Perhaps one of first few Japanese marketplaces to open in Singapore, Meidi-Ya is a favourite amongst locals. If you’re looking for an all-rounder supermarket to do your weekly grocery trips, this is it. They also sell ready-made sushi platters and bento boxes for fast meals.

Meidi-Ya Supermarket is located at Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles Blvd, #02 - 26, Singapore 039596

For more locations and information, visit their website here.

At Kuriya, seafood gets flown in thrice weekly from Japan and is sold immediately. Besides fresh produce, ready-made sushi platters, snacks and drinks are also available. Bonus: Chat up the fish specialists at either one of Kuriya’s eight marketplaces in Singapore and gain some cooking tips and tricks.

Multiple locations across Singapore. For more information, visit their website here.

With ingredients being air-flown from various regions in Japan for premium-grade level freshness, Shiki Singapore ensures top-notch freshness for every ingredient you buy for homemade Japanese dishes. From the finest wild-caught sashimi to the sweetest fruits and most savory wagyu, Shiki is the go-to for high-quality Japanese seafood, meat, and vegetables — all at great prices.

Shiki Singapore is located at 101 Kallang Ave, Singapore 339508. For more information, visit their website here.

A quick trip to the Sakuraya Fish Market can get you – frozen ingredients, Japanese rice, alcohol, Japanese tidbits, ice-cream and beverages. Sakuraya is also famous for its value for money seafood such as salmon and tuna.

You can choose the best looking fish from the showcase cabinet. There’s also a dining area for patrons wanting to savour fresh seafood and other dishes.

Multiple locations across Singapore. For more information, visit their website here.

Araya Shouten personally sources, purchases, and prepares all their fresh fish, seafood, vegetables, and more, ensuring maximum quality and freshness for superior flavor and texture.

Their fish is specially selected and flown in directly from Japan, immediately after being caught by fishermen. Special procedures, like nerve-removal and blood extraction, are carried out before the fish is chilled in cold water to preserve its peak freshness. With such meticulous care and dedication to maintaining premium quality, it’s no wonder their store consistently delivers outstanding products.

Araya Shouten is located in Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Rd, B1-115, Singapore 247933. For more information, visit their website here.

Kin No Mame

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“Kin No Mame,” which translates directly to “Golden Beans,” specializes in offering the finest quality beans crafted by Japanese experts, 100% made in Japan. With their menu changing each season, Kin No Mame ensures that every seasonal offering delivers an authentic taste of Japan.

By highlighting unique flavors—like the sweetness of shrimp or the bitterness of scallops—each bean is designed to provide a satisfying experience from the very first bite.

Multiple locations across Singapore. For more information, visit their website here.

The retail outlet of the Japan Prestige Sake Association, J-Mart is the best place to get authentic Japanese alcohol. Premium batches of sake are sold here at an affordable rate. The classic Japanese market that always brings you the latest and best products, experience a true taste of Japan at any J-Mart near you.

Multiple locations across Singapore. For more information, visit their website here.

This story was originally published in The Singapore Women’s Weekly. 

Additional reporting by Mandy Tan.