Don Don Donki needs no introduction – this popular Japanese chain has stores all around Singapore. Now, to much fanfare, they’ve recently opened the largest outlet in the East. As one of our favourite Japanese supermarkets where we can easily pick up quality Japanese items for less than $50, no doubt that we’re excited about this new aviation-themed store.
Most Don Don Donki stores are a maze of quirky Japanese items, but this one has a few unique features up its sleeve.
Halal corner with more than 100 halal items
For one, it’s the very first store with a “halal corner” that’s fully stocked with more than 100 halal-certified items. Not all are Japanese-imported snacks though – you’ll find a mix of local snacks that need no introduction. Some of the more unique bites include mochikon konnyaku, a sweet treat made of mochi and brown sugar, as well as fruit-flavoured jelly drinks that are made from yam paste as opposed to the usual gelatin.
The first aviation-theme outlet with aeroplane motifs
The newest outlet has an aviation theme that fits the Jewel Changi Airport location to a tee. Once you’re done exploring the endless aisles filled with snacks, drinks, and pantry staples, head over to the cashier counters. These are clearly inspired by the airport’s boarding gates, with the recognisable blue mascot Donpen piloting what looks like “Don Don Donki Airlines”.
There’s also a convenient travel aisle, filled with travel essentials like eye masks and luggage tags – just in case you need to make a last-minute purchase before checking in.
A new dining hall and made-to-order sushi bar
Besides exploring Don Don Donki for its massive variety of Japanese-imported items, many also flock there for the tasty but affordable food. At the dining hall, tuck into Japanese set meals, freshly fried takoyaki, and wagyu skewers. There’ll be a new “mochi making machine” soon to come, that uses glutinous rice for a satisfyingly chewy texture.
Similar to the Jurong Point outlet, there will also be a Sen Sen Sushi where you can order made-to-order platters and DIY bento sets. Expect to see premium cuts of fish and seafood, ranging from otoro (fatty tuna) to uni (sea urchin). Usual favourites like unagi (eel), hotate (scallop), and salmon will also make an appearance.
There’s also a sake bar that houses more than 40 types of sake. If faced with choice paralysis, there is the option to order the Sake Sampler (from $22) which offers a flight of four different sakes.
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