Gokoku Japanese Bakery at Bukit Panjang Plaza
Location: 1 Jelebu Rd, #01-58/59, Plaza 677743
Bukit Panjang Plaza
Gokoku Japanese Bakery brings authentic Japanese-style breads, melon pans and anpan from Japan to Bukit Panjang Plaza.
Gokoku Japanese Bakery brings authentic Japanese-style breads, melon pans and anpan from Japan to Bukit Panjang Plaza.
Gokoku Japanese Bakery is a chain that specialises in traditional Japanese baked goods, using techniques and recipes rooted in Japanese culinary tradition.The Bukit Panjang Plaza outlet at #01-58/59 offers signature items such as the melon pan — a sweet, cookie-crusted bread — alongside anpan (sweet red-bean buns), shokupan (Japanese milk bread) and a range of savoury curry buns and yakisoba sandwiches.
The bakery prides itself on the soft, fluffy texture that distinguishes Japanese bread from its Western counterparts, achieved through precise fermentation and high-quality flour. Seasonal and limited-edition items appear regularly, reflecting the Japanese appreciation for seasonal ingredients and presentation. For an authentic taste of Japanese bakery culture close to home, Gokoku at Bukit Panjang Plaza delivers pillowy-soft breads and delicate pastries that transport you to a Tokyo kissaten.
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Gokoku Japanese Bakery
Hand holding a pastry in plastic wrap
A close-up of a hand holding a partially eaten pastry wrapped in clear plastic. The pastry has a golden-brown crust and fluffy interior with visible green filling, possibly matcha or pistachio.
Bakery Display Case
A display case in a bakery showing various baked goods including buns, scones, and bread rolls with sausage.
Mushroom Cheese Pan Display
A close-up view of a bakery display case featuring golden-brown mushroom cheese pans in paper liners, arranged neatly on wooden trays. A price tag below reads 'MUSHROOM CHEESE PAN' with Japanese text and lists ingredients including King Oyster, Shrimp, Shiitake mushrooms, mozzarella cream cheese, and bacon. The price is marked as $2.80.
Bakery Display Case
A close-up view of a bakery display case featuring rows of golden-brown corn mayonnaise tarts topped with melted cheese and herbs, alongside other pastries in the background.
Yuzu Cheese Cake Display
A display case in a bakery or cafe showing various desserts, including a Yuzu Cheese Cake decorated with festive ornaments and small gift boxes. The cake is placed on a wooden board alongside other pastries like cream-filled rolls. A sign indicates the price of the Yuzu Cheese Cake as $12.80 (or $11.80 with any purchase), noting it's made with Hokkaido milk and infused with yuzu notes.
Bakery Display Case
A glass display case in a bakery showing various pastries. On the left, there are white melon pan buns with coconut topping. In the center and right sections, dark chocolate mochi buns dusted with powdered sugar are arranged neatly on parchment paper. Price tags below indicate 'Melon Pan' at $2.50 and 'Mochi Mochi Couveriture Chocolat' at $2.80.
Baked Goods Display
A close-up photo of three baked items in clear plastic bags on a light countertop. One bag contains two golden-brown croissants with flaky layers. Another holds a round, glazed bun topped with visible walnut pieces. A third item is a long, crescent-shaped pastry with smooth, lightly scored dough surface.
Bakery Display Case
A wooden bakery display case with glass doors, showcasing various baked goods including meatloaf buns and plain buns on trays.
Cheesecake Croissant Display
A display case showing rows of cheesecake croissants in paper cups, with a price tag below reading $2.80 and Japanese text.
Matcha Bread Display
A display case showing several round, golden-brown matcha breads dusted with powdered sugar. The label below reads 'GOKOKU SHICHIFUKU MATCHA' and lists ingredients including flour, milk, egg, and matcha powder.
Bakery Display Case
A close-up view of a bakery display case filled with various pastries and breads, including muffins topped with seeds, crumb-topped loaves, and golden-brown buns.
Bakery Display Case
A glass display case in a bakery or cafe, showcasing an assortment of baked goods. In the foreground, there are muffins topped with large white marshmallows and some dusted with powdered sugar. Behind them, rows of golden-brown pastries, possibly buns or croissants, are visible. The lighting is bright, highlighting the textures of the food.
Mochi Mochi Pork Floss Bun Display
A display case showing several mochi buns topped with pork floss, labeled as 'MOCHI MOCHI PORK FLOSS BUN' priced at $2.30.
Festive Cakes Menu Display
A promotional display board showcasing festive cakes with prices and images, placed on a counter in a bakery or cafe setting.
Bakery Advertisement Poster
Large wall poster featuring images of pastries and breads, with text announcing an opening in July 2025. The poster includes Japanese characters and mentions 'Authentic Ym (FB) Bakery from Kobe, Japan'. A group of people is standing near the end of the hallway where the poster is displayed.
Interior of a Japanese bakery or restaurant
The image shows the interior of a shop, likely a Japanese bakery or restaurant. Visible elements include a wooden slatted ceiling with recessed lighting and ventilation units. A hanging signboard displays stylized Japanese characters alongside English text 'OKURI'. Yellow fabric curtains (noren) hang from a rod, also bearing Japanese calligraphy. Below, on the wall, is a framed poster advertising baked goods such as bread rolls and pastries in a bowl.
Bakery Interior Display
Interior view of a bakery with multiple glass display cases filled with pastries and breads. A wooden sign above reads 'GOKOJU' in stylized Chinese characters. Shoppers browse the aisles, one carrying a shopping bag. Lighting is warm and ambient.
Hand holding pastry in plastic bag
A hand holds a partially eaten pastry wrapped in clear plastic, with visible filling and crust. Background shows metallic wall with posters.
Bakery Display Case
A glass display case in a bakery or cafe showing various pastries. On the left, there is a partially eaten chocolate-covered puff pastry labeled 'CRISPY CHOCO PAFU' priced at $2.60. To its right are white frosted ring-shaped pastries with nuts. Below, more pastries including green and brown items are visible on wooden trays lined with parchment paper.
Baked Food Item in Plastic Bag
A partially eaten baked food item, possibly a bread or pastry with a golden-brown crust and visible black speckles (possibly poppy seeds), wrapped in clear plastic.
Christmas Themed Cheesecake Display
A festive green matcha cheesecake dusted with powdered sugar, decorated with miniature Santa figures and gift boxes, displayed on a wooden board in a bakery case.
Tuna Mayo Pan Display
A close-up view of a bakery display case featuring rows of Tuna Mayo Pan pastries, golden-brown and topped with mayonnaise and panko breadcrumbs. A price tag below reads $2.60.
Hand holding a packaged pastry
A hand holds a clear plastic bag containing a golden-brown, flaky pastry, possibly a turnover or fried dough item. The bag has some white text and logos printed on it, but they are not fully legible. The background shows a light-colored surface, likely a countertop.
Bakery Display Case
A close-up view of a bakery display case containing various baked goods, including potato and ham & cheese tarts, edamame cheese puffs, and other pastries in the background.
Chocolate Almond Pastry Display
A display case showcasing chocolate-covered pastries topped with sliced almonds, labeled 'CHOCOLADEN' priced at $2.80.
Almond Donut and Pastry on Blue Plate
A golden-brown almond-topped donut with glossy glaze sits beside a powdered, flaky pastry roll on a speckled blue ceramic plate. The background is a light countertop surface.
Bakery Display Case Interior
Interior view of a bakery or café featuring wooden display cases filled with various baked goods including bread rolls, pastries, and quiches. A person is partially visible on the left side holding a bag.
Bakery Interior with Customers
Interior view of a bakery or cafe, showing customers browsing glass display cases filled with pastries and breads. A sign displays 'Our Monthly Top Sellers' with images of products. The setting includes wooden accents, warm lighting, and tiled flooring.
Bakery Display Case
Close-up of a bakery display case containing potato mayonnaise buns with visible coconut flakes and star-shaped cutouts. Price tag shows $2.40.
Baked Creamy Cheese Pork Curry Bun Display
A close-up view of a bakery display case featuring golden-brown buns dusted with powdered sugar, arranged on parchment paper. A price tag below reads 'BAKED CREAMY CHEESE PORK CURRY' with the price '$2.50'. The background shows additional baked goods in glass cases.
Bakery Store Interior with Customers
A busy bakery interior showing customers browsing and waiting in line near a display case filled with pastries. Staff are visible behind the counter. A wooden sign above reads 'GOKORU' alongside Chinese characters. The scene includes hanging pendant lights, tiled flooring, and promotional posters on walls.
Bakery Interior Display
Interior view of a bakery with multiple glass display cases filled with cakes, pastries, and breads. Yellow hanging banners above the counter. Customers browsing items. Staff visible in background near blue storage boxes.
Jumbo Coronet Pastry Display
A close-up view of a bakery display case featuring golden-brown, flaky pastries dusted with powdered sugar. The central focus is a stack of four cylindrical 'Jumbo Coronets' on a wooden board. To the left and right are other pastry items, including what appear to be cream-filled croissants or danishes. A price tag at the bottom reads '$2.20' and lists ingredients: 'Delicious puff with custard whipped cream'. An allergen warning indicates it contains wheat, milk, soy.
Dark Chocolate Log Cake Display
A festive display featuring a dark chocolate log cake decorated with gold 'Merry Christmas' topper, chocolate shavings, and snowman figurines. A price tag shows $55.80 with Japanese text and an early bird 15% off sticker. Surrounding decorations include tinsel garlands, wrapped gifts, and holiday-themed items on a red plaid tablecloth.
Chicken Katsu Pan Display
A close-up view of a bakery display case featuring rows of Chicken Katsu Pans, which are breaded chicken cutlets topped with mayonnaise and cheese & tonkatsu sauce. The items are arranged on wooden trays inside the glass case. A price tag below reads "CHICKEN KATSU PAN" with a price of $2.90 and lists allergens including wheat, milk, egg, soy, mustard.
Chocolate Almond Pastries Display
A display case showcasing chocolate-covered pastries topped with sliced almonds, labeled 'CHOCOLADEN' at $2.80.
Almond Kouglof Donuts Display
A close-up view of a bakery display case featuring several almond-topped kouglof donuts, each generously covered with sliced almonds and glazed. The pastries are arranged on a wooden tray lined with parchment paper. A price tag below reads 'FUJI APPLE & CARAMEL KOUGIEN-AMANN' priced at $3.30.
Bakery Interior Display
Interior view of a bakery with glass display cases filled with various breads and pastries. A sign above reads 'Monthly Sellers' in English and Japanese, listing items like 'Milk Bun', 'Croissant', etc., with prices. Staff members are visible behind the counter arranging products.
Bakery Interior Display
Interior view of a bakery with glass display cases filled with pastries and breads. A customer is browsing on the left, while staff members are visible behind counters. Signage includes Japanese characters and English text above the counter. Decorative elements include floral arrangements and illuminated displays.
Pastry Display Case
A glass display case filled with various pastries and baked goods, including croissants, danishes, and other sweet treats arranged on wooden trays.
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