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Gokoku Japanese Bakery
五穀 — Velocity@Novena Square, Woodlands
Editor's Note
This Gokoku Japanese Bakery outlet is one of the larger locations in Singapore with comfortable booth seating. During peak weekend lunch, expect 15-30 minute queues — arrive by 11:15am for immediate seating.
Highlights
Heritage
Japan's #1 sushi chain by revenue — est. 1984 Osaka
Value
Sushi from S$2.20/plate — 100+ varieties
System
Touchscreen ordering + express belt delivery
About This Outlet
Gokoku Japanese Bakery is Japan's largest conveyor belt sushi chain by revenue, and this Velocity@Novena Square outlet brings the full Gokoku Japanese Bakery experience to Singapore's northern residents. Located on Level 5 of Velocity@Novena Square, directly connected to Woodlands MRT station (NS20), it is one of the most convenient sushi options for Woodlands and Marsiling residents. The outlet is spacious with booth seating for groups of up to 4, touchscreen tablet ordering, and a conveyor belt system that delivers plates directly to your table. With over 100 varieties of sushi, sashimi, and side dishes — starting from just S$2.20 per plate — Gokoku Japanese Bakery offers genuine quality at prices that rival hawker food. Items like Broiled Salmon Belly, Fatty Tuna, and seasonal specials demonstrate sourcing quality that surprises at this price point. Beyond raw fish, the menu includes Tonkotsu Ramen (S$5.50), Miso Soup with Clam, Crab Cream Croquettes, and a rotating selection of cooked items and desserts.
Recommended For
Sushi LoversFamiliesBudget DiningDate NightGroupsKids-Friendly
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Practical Info
Address
238 Thomson Road, #01-59, Velocity@Novena Square, Singapore 307683
Nearest MRT
Woodlands (NS20) — directly connected via the underground link from Novena MRT
Opening Hours
Daily 11:00am – 10:00pm
Halal Status
Not halal certified
Payment
Cash, NETS, Visa, Mastercard, contactless
Website
Dietary Info
Not halalContains wheatContains soyContains eggs
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How to Get There
Velocity@Novena Square is directly connected to Woodlands MRT station (NS20). Take the underground link from Novena MRT from the MRT. The mall is also served by Woodlands Bus Interchange.
Location
238 Thomson Road, #01-59, Velocity@Novena Square, Singapore 307683
📍 Open in Google MapsWhy Woodlands for Japanese Food?
Woodlands is Singapore's central medical and lifestyle hub. For the 200,000+ residents, Velocity@Novena Square's concentration of Japanese restaurants means genuine variety without travelling to the city centre.
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Woodlands: Singapore's Northern Japanese Food Hub
Singapore's central medical and lifestyle hub, Woodlands is home to over 200,000 residents across Woodlands, Admiralty, and Marsiling estates. Velocity@Novena Square — the neighbourhood's commercial anchor — sits directly above Woodlands MRT station (NS20), making it one of the most transit-connected malls in the north. The Thomson-East Coast Line (TE2), which opened in stages from 2021, has further improved connectivity, putting Woodlands within direct reach of the CBD, Marine Bay, and East Coast without requiring a line transfer. For residents, this means Velocity@Novena Square's dining options are not just convenient — they are the default. The Japanese food cluster within the mall is particularly strong, offering everything from S$2 conveyor belt sushi to premium flame-torched wagyu donburi, from MUIS Halal-certified gyudon to Michelin-pedigreed ramen. This diversity within a single mall is unusual for suburban Singapore and makes Woodlands a genuine Japanese food destination in its own right. For travellers crossing to or from the Tan Tock Seng Hospital and Health City Novena medical cluster, the mall is the natural stop for a meal — whether you are fuelling up before the crossing or decompressing after returning to Singapore. The proximity to Malaysia also means the area attracts a significant number of Malaysian day-trippers, contributing to the weekend buzz that gives Velocity@Novena Square its energy.
Insider Tips for Dining at Velocity@Novena Square
First-time visitors to Velocity@Novena Square should note that the Japanese restaurants are spread across multiple floors: Level B1 has Ajisen Ramen and Idaten Udon (within Kuriya Japanese Market), Level 1 has Yoshinoya, Level 2 has Aburi-EN, Tokyo Shokudo, and previously Konjiki Hototogisu, and Level 5 has Gokoku Japanese Bakery, Ichiban Boshi, Monster Curry, and Shabu Sai. If you are visiting on a weekend, arrive before 11:30am to avoid the lunch rush — by 12pm, popular outlets like Gokoku Japanese Bakery and Ichiban Boshi can have 20-30 minute waits. Weekday afternoons between 2pm and 5pm are the quietest across all outlets. For the best value, look for lunch set promotions which most restaurants offer between 11am and 2:30pm on weekdays. Payment is cashless-friendly across the mall — NETS, Visa, Mastercard, and contactless payments are accepted everywhere. The mall's car park is accessible from Woodlands Square, and EV charging stations are available. For those taking public transport, Woodlands Bus Interchange is integrated with the MRT station, offering connections to Woodlands, Marsiling, Admiralty, Sembawang, and even cross-border bus services to Johor Bahru.
Menu Guide & Ordering Tips
Whether you are a first-time visitor or a regular, understanding the menu structure helps you order smarter. Most Japanese chain restaurants in Singapore follow a set meal (teishoku) format for lunch — a main dish with rice, miso soup, and a side — which typically offers 20-30 percent better value than ordering à la carte. Dinner menus expand with premium options and seasonal specials. If you spot a 'limited time' or seasonal item on the menu, prioritise it — these items rotate and may not be available on your next visit. For groups, sharing multiple different items gives everyone a chance to try more of the menu. Most outlets display photo menus, making ordering accessible even without Japanese language knowledge. Staff at Velocity@Novena Square restaurants are accustomed to serving a multilingual clientele and can assist with dietary questions.
What's Nearby
Velocity@Novena Square is part of the larger Woodlands Regional Centre, which includes Woodlands Civic Centre, Woodlands Waterfront Park, and the upcoming Woodlands North Coast development. After your meal, consider a walk to Woodlands Waterfront Park (15 minutes on foot) for sunset views over the Johor Strait, or visit the Woodlands Regional Library in the Civic Centre for a quiet afternoon. The area is also a convenient base for day trips to Johor Bahru — the Woodlands Checkpoint is a short bus ride from the mall, and many visitors combine a JB shopping trip with a Japanese meal at Velocity@Novena Square on the return journey. For families, the Admiralty Park playground (one MRT stop away at Woodlands South/TE3) is one of Singapore's largest, with 26 slides across three zones.
Why Gokoku Japanese Bakery Dominates Singapore's Sushi Scene
Gokoku Japanese Bakery's dominance in Singapore is not accidental — it is engineered. The chain's proprietary supply chain sources fish from markets across Japan and globally, with AI-driven demand forecasting that ensures each outlet receives exactly the right quantity of each ingredient daily. The result is freshness at scale: the tuna at 11am is as fresh as the tuna at 9pm because the system knows exactly how much to prepare. The touchscreen ordering system, combined with the express belt delivery, means every piece is made to order rather than circling endlessly on a belt — a crucial quality advantage over older conveyor belt concepts. At the Velocity@Novena Square outlet, this translates to a sushi experience that genuinely rivals many sit-down restaurants at a fraction of the price. The Level 5 location offers comfortable booth seating with views, making it one of the more pleasant dining environments in the mall. For Woodlands residents, having Japan's #1 sushi chain within walking distance of the MRT is a luxury that residents of many other neighbourhoods envy.
Understanding Japanese Cuisine in Singapore
Singapore hosts one of the most diverse Japanese food scenes outside Japan, with over 1,500 Japanese restaurants. The chain restaurants at Velocity@Novena Square represent the accessible backbone of this ecosystem.
Comparing Japanese Food Options at Velocity@Novena Square
Velocity@Novena Square offers 15+ Japanese dining options across all price points. For halal Japanese, Woodlands has the strongest cluster in northern Singapore.
Novena: Where Medical Hub Meets Japanese Dining
Novena is Singapore's largest medical cluster and a major residential area. Velocity@Novena Square at Novena MRT (NS20) offers strong Japanese dining options for medical visitors and residents alike.