6 Places To Get Your Sakura Experience in Singapore
As we await the day where we can properly experience Cherry Blossom In Japan, we’ve sourced 6 places where you can feel like you’re in touch while enjoying sakura-themed activities and food in Singapore!
Gastronomic Experience
For those who always wanted to experience sakura-infused dishes, here’s your chance, curated by Japanese brands in Singapore to give you a taste of Japan this Spring Season! For those with a sweet tooth, to savoury or looking for fun spring-inspired alcohol, there will be something in store for you.
1. Nozomi
A causal concept by the Kyoto kaiseki restaurant, Yoshi, Nozomi was born out of circuit breaker! Apart from their must-try Wagyu Beef Don, they have launched a special Sakura menu exclusively this 2021 — find exclusive spring specials like Sakura Domyojiko, Sakura Tai Donabe, and Sakura Tai Maki!
Sakura Domyojiko — a classic Mochi typically served during the cherry blossom season in Japan! You can have a taste of this not-commonly-found snack at Nozomi! This tasty snack is filled with Glutinous Rice & Japanese Red Bean - and looking real sakura with beautiful hues of pink.
Sakura Tai Maki — Sea Bream Sakura Sushi Roll
Sakura Tai Donbe — Sea Bream Claypot Rice with Sakura Flower & Leaf
Tip: While enjoying this meal, you might want to check out our Kyushu Experience Article for a full visual experience.
Learn more about Nozomi & read our full review on other dishes here!
In addition, we’re also giving away 5x $50 Nozomi vouchers this spring season on our Instagram here! Head here to join if you haven't.
Nozomi by Yoshi (Millenia Walk Branch)
Address: 9 raffles boulevard, Millennia walk #02-06, Singapore 039596
Opening Hours: Monday to Sundays 11.30 am to 2.30 pm, 5.00 pm to 9.30 pm.
Contact Number: +65 8386 6788
Nozomi by Yoshi (Forum Branch)
Address: 583 Orchard Road, Forum The Shopping Mall #01-41, Singapore 238884
Opening Hours: Monday to Sundays 11.30 am to 2.30 pm, 5.00 pm to 9.30 pm.
Contact Number: +65 9722 6233
2. Takeshi-san
A new kid on the block at Holland Village, Takeshi-san is a brand new contemporary Japanese restaurant — known for it’s Sushi Kaidan Sets!
Source: Takeshi-san
You can find special spring delights at Takeshi-san like
Pair this with their Pasta or Inaniwa Udon with Sakura Sake / Saketini or Sakura Punch for an optmized experience!
Sakura Season Menu at Takeshi-san is only until 30th April 2021! Don’t miss it!
Takeshi-san
Address: 1 Stadium Place, #02-17/18 Kallang Wave Mall, Singapore 397628
Opening hours: 10am - 11pm daily
Telephone: 6386 4126 / 6385 7985
Website
3. Asanoya Boulangerie
A premium known bakery brand founded in Karuizawa, Nagano, Japan since 1933, Asanoya Boulangerie is a well-known Japanese artisan bakery famous for its rustic Japanese-style breads (traditional stone oven baked) and pastries!
This sakura, make sure to check out their popular seasonal items like the (Featured Above) Karuizawa Sakura, Sakura Bun, Sakura Far Breton and Sakura Madeleines. These exquisite sakura bakes are available from now till 25 Apr at three outlets - Asanoya Queen Street, Paragon and Bukit Timah.
Their Signature Karuizawa Sakura ($4.20/slice) bread made with premium Japan-imported Sakura flowers and premium baby green peach, Wakamomo!
Don’t forget to check them out before 25 April to enjoy these!
Asanoya Boulangerie @ Queen Street
15 Queen Street,
#01-03, Singapore 188537
Tel: (65) 6703 8700
Opening Hours:
9:00am - 6:00pm
Dine-in timing (Weekdays): 9:00am - 5:00pm
Dine-in timing (Weekends): 9:00am - 5:00pm
Last order for dine-in at 4:00pm
Asanoya Boulangerie @ Paragon
290 Orchard Rd, Paragon Mall
#B1-K27, Singapore 238859
Tel: (65) 6703 8711
Opening Hours:
9:30am - 9:00pm daily
Asanoya Boulangerie @ Bukit Timah
913 Bukit Timah Road
Singapore 589623
Tel: (65) 6703 8713
Opening Hours:
8:30am - 5:30pm daily
4. Teppan Bar Q
Founded by the same owner behind Torikin, Teppan Bar Q is their sister restaurant featuring tantalizing creations and ingredients from Fukuoka, Japan! Their signatures include their all-time must order Hakata Tonpeiyaki and if you’re a meat-lover, what you can’t miss is definitely their A4 Wagyu Sirloin Steak, which is included in their exclusive Spring Menu — valid till 31st May 2021!
Spring Menu 2021 — save up to 15% at just $130/person!
Using only special seasonal ingredients flown in straight from Japan, be assured you’re getting the most quality food! While you’re at it, you might want to join our Spring Giveaway happening with Teppan Bar Q here!
Teppan Bar Q By Torikin
Address: 11 Unity St, 01-21/22, Singapore 237995
Opening hours: 5.30pm - 10.30pm daily
Telephone: 6235 0629
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5. A Japanese-Themed Staycation at Pan Pacific Hotel
Be transported to the land of the rising sun in the heart of downtown Marina Bay. When you book a package with Pan Pacific, you can look forward to a welcome amenity on arrival which includes a boxed selection of sakura mochi and red bean pastries accompanied with green tea.
After checking in, experience an authentic set lunch or dinner at the picturesque Keyaki restaurant located in a beautifully landscaped garden - which reminds me of Kyoto!
Complete the staycation with two tickets to Gardens by the Bay, SGD50 spa credit and an in-room breakfast bento (best enjoyed while lounging in the hotel’s yukata).
This exclusive deal will be on till the end of 2021!
Find out more here!
6. Dip In The First & Only Sakura Onsen At Yunomori Spa
As its name suggests, Sakura Onsen?! Infused with sakura minerals that give the water a pastel pink hue!
This sakura onsen will be part of the spa’s 6 different bath offerings till 18 April 2021, after which it’ll revert to the original Soda Bath.
Yunomori Onsen & Spa
Address: 1 Stadium Place, #02-17/18 Kallang Wave Mall, Singapore 397628
Opening hours: 10am - 11pm daily
Telephone: 6386 4126 / 6385 7985
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