Nakanishi Cakes at HarbourFront Centre
Location: Maritime Square, #01-34 Harbourfront Centre, Singapore 099253
Floor 1 · HarbourFront Centre
Japanese-style cake and pastry shop at HarbourFront Centre, known for light, fluffy chiffon cakes and sweet treats.
Japanese-style cake and pastry shop at HarbourFront Centre, known for light, fluffy chiffon cakes and sweet treats.
Nakanishi Cakes is a Japanese-style bakery and cake shop at HarbourFront Centre, specialising in light, airy chiffon cakes and other Japanese-inspired pastries. The shop is known for its fluffy, delicately flavoured cakes that embody the Japanese approach to sweets: less sweet, more refined, and texturally exquisite.Its chiffon cakes, available in flavours such as matcha, chocolate, and original, have earned a loyal following among those who prefer subtlety over sweetness. Beyond chiffon cakes, Nakanishi offers a selection of Japanese-style pastries, cream puffs, and seasonal specials. The shop provides whole cakes for celebrations and individual slices for an indulgent snack.
Nakanishi suits anyone who appreciates the elegance and restraint of Japanese baking. Treat yourself to a slice of lightness at Nakanishi Cakes in HarbourFront Centre. It is Japanese baking at its most refined and delightful.
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Overall Rating
Based on 29 Google reviews
Negative Reviews
Discerning Customer
You give vouchers that expire on 31 Jan but you don’t even open on 31 Jan?? If you are closed for the whole of CNY then you give an earlier expiry date, instead of misleading the customer.
Positive Reviews
ellejay
I got the nakanishi signature japanese banana cake and it was so good — moist, tangy and not too sweet. Although it’s a bit pricey, the cake was pretty heavy (probably bc of how dense it is) so I think it’s worth it. They also have other …
Ryan Yeo
If you enjoy those banana cake you had when you are a child, the banana cake from here brings this to another level. This is probably the best I had ever tried so far. Have a slice and you will know what I mean. Worth for money
Angeline Tan
Old school taste as my mom comments. I really liked the flavour of the hokkaido butter muffin, though found it a tad dry compared to the banana flavour, hope they can make it equally moist! …
Gerald Chai
Japanese Banana Cake Tasted Very Singaporean, but better, more fragrant. …
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Nakanishi Cakes
Nakanishi Cakes Storefront
A bright yellow storefront with signage reading 'NAKANISHI CAKES' and Japanese text, featuring a modern interior display with cakes and pastries on shelves.
Nakanishi Cakes Storefront
A bright yellow storefront with large windows displaying Japanese banana cakes and soufflé cheesecake. Signage reads 'NAKANISHI CAKES CHIBA, JAPAN' in English and Japanese characters. A customer is taking a photo of the shop entrance.
Nakanishi Cakes Storefront
A brightly lit storefront with a yellow facade and signage reading 'NAKANISHI CAKES CHIBA, JAPAN' and 'バナナ・ケーキ専門店'. The entrance features a glass display case on the left, illuminated interior walls, and three framed posters on the right wall showcasing cake products.
Nakanishi Cakes Storefront
A brightly lit storefront with orange and yellow signage reading 'NAKANISHI CAKES' and Japanese characters. The entrance is open, revealing a warm interior with wooden accents, hanging lights, and staff behind the counter. A red MoneyGram sign stands to the left, while adjacent shops are visible on either side.
Hakuninshi Cakes Display
A glass display case showcasing yellow and white branded boxes of Hakuninshi Cakes, including a brownie and other baked goods. The packaging features the brand logo 'N' and text indicating it is a family-owned bakery.
Nakanishi Cakes Display Counter
A glass display case on a counter showcases yellow boxes of Nakanishi Japanese Banana Cake. Behind the case, bottles of green and orange beverages are arranged next to a branded box. A TV screen displays music information in the background.
Nakanishi Cakes Product Display
A hand holds a clear plastic bag containing a green-wrapped cake box. In the background, there is an orange wall with signage for 'NAKANISHI CAKES' and 'JAPANESE SOUFFLÉ CHEESECAKE'. The packaging on the box indicates it contains Japanese Banana Cake.
Nakanishi Cakes Interior Wall Display
Interior shot of a brightly lit bakery with orange walls. A circular logo reading 'NAKANISHI CAKES' is mounted on the left wall under a yellow-and-white striped awning. Three vertical posters display cake products, including Japanese Banana Cake and Jammy Dooley Cheesecake, with Japanese text below each item.
Premium Yuzu & Pineapple Cookies Display
A close-up view of a glass jar labeled 'Premium Yuzu & Pineapple' with Japanese text, sitting on a reflective counter in what appears to be a shop interior. In the background, several other jars and bottles are visible, slightly out of focus.
Sliced Cake on Yellow Paper
Two slices of dense, brown cake rest on a yellow paper wrapper inside clear plastic packaging. The wrapper has handwritten-style text reading 'Baked For You' and partial branding that appears to say 'earish'. A hand is visible in the background holding or near the package.
Plastic Bag with Yellow Box
A hand holds a clear plastic bag containing a yellow box, likely food packaging. The background shows an indoor setting with a bright orange wall and a glass door leading to another area where people are walking.
Kitchen Interior with TV Display
A kitchen interior featuring an orange wall, a mounted flat-screen TV displaying a baked cake advertisement, a white microwave on the countertop, a sink with faucet and soap dispenser, and a small fan.
Nakanishi Cakes Product Packaging
A close-up of a clear plastic container holding two brown baked goods, likely muffins or cupcakes. A circular white sticker with the logo 'N' and text 'NAKANISHI CAKES' is affixed to the lid. The background shows a blurred indoor setting.
Baked Bread Loaf
A close-up of a golden-brown loaf cake or bread, possibly banana or chocolate flavored, resting on white paper.
Brownie in plastic container
A close-up photo of a partially eaten brownie inside a clear plastic container. The brownie has a cracked, glossy top and moist interior.
Nakanishi Cakes Display Screen
A digital display screen mounted on an orange wall showing information about Nakanishi Cakes from Chiba, Japan. The screen lists retail outlets including Takashimaya, HarbourFront, NEWest Mall, and Capital H. It features small photos of store fronts with signage visible at each location.
Maneki-neko figurine display
A large white Maneki-neko (beckoning cat) figurine with raised paw, wearing a red collar and holding a golden ball in one hand and a scroll in the other. Smaller versions of the cat are nestled inside its belly. The figurine sits on a red floral cloth atop a white counter. In background: yellow box, small potted plant, person standing.
Packaged Food Item
A close-up of a vacuum-sealed package containing what appears to be a dark brown, possibly chocolate or meat-based food item. The packaging is transparent plastic with yellow accents and some text visible but not fully legible due to reflections and angle. A heart-eyed emoji sticker is affixed to the lower right corner.
Baked Goods Display
A close-up view of a bakery display case featuring freshly baked loaves on wooden racks inside glass cases, with small potted plants as decoration.
Nakanishi Cakes Product Shot
A close-up photo of a box containing sliced walnut cake, with the lid open showing printed text in English and Japanese describing ingredients and storage tips. The box is yellow with white interior lining. A partial view of another menu or card is visible at the bottom right corner.
Woman in floral dress at Nakanishi Cakes interior
A woman wearing a patterned mini dress and sandals stands inside a brightly lit space with orange walls. Behind her is a circular logo reading 'NAKANISHI CAKES' with Japanese characters below. Above, yellow-and-white striped awning-like decor hangs from the ceiling with greenery accents. To the left, an orange counter or display unit is visible. The floor is light wood laminate.
Nakanishi Cakes Interior
Interior of a brightly lit cake shop with yellow walls, wooden slat ceiling accents, and a glass display case filled with small cakes or pastries. A TV screen on the left wall shows food content. Bottled drinks are lined up behind the counter. A circular logo reading 'NAKANISHI CAKES' is mounted on the right wall above a draped stand holding a figurine.
Nakanishi Cakes Interior
Interior of a bakery with yellow walls, wooden flooring, and track lighting. A circular logo on the wall reads 'NAKANISHI CAKES' with Japanese characters below. Display cases show baked goods, and framed posters advertise products like 'Nakanishi Cake'.
Maneki-neko figurines display
A large white ceramic Maneki-neko (beckoning cat) with raised paw, surrounded by smaller matching cats and a golden ornament, displayed on a counter next to yellow boxes labeled 'Nakamura Cakes'.
Nakanishi Cake Vouchers
Two orange vouchers for Nakanishi Cakes x Kazuto Singapore Fan Meet, offering 10% discount at HarbourFront Centre and valid until January 31st, 2025. Background shows storefront signage with Japanese characters.
Nakanishi Cakes Advertisement
A framed poster on a yellow wall featuring an image of banana cake, with text 'NAKANISHI No.1 JAPANESE BANANA CAKES' and Japanese characters below.
Nakanishi Cakes Product Shot
A loaf of freshly baked bread in a white box with yellow sides, sliced to reveal the interior texture. The lid displays Japanese and English text emphasizing natural ingredients and no preservatives.
Signage on yellow wall
Yellow wall with three signs: 'NO PETS ALLOWED' (except service animals), 'NO SMOKING', and a job posting for Nakanishi Cakes part-time staff, including contact info and address in Singapore.
Nakanishi Cakes Store Interior
Interior view of Nakanishi Cakes store in Chiba, Japan. Yellow walls and wooden accents. Staff behind counter serving customers. Display case with packaged cakes. Hanging plants above counter. Small potted plants on lower shelf.
Nakanishi Cakes Box
A close-up of an open Nakanishi Cakes box on a white surface, with the lid partially visible above it.
Nakanishi Cakes Packaging
Close-up of packaged cakes in yellow boxes with informational cards detailing ingredients and consumption tips.
Nakanishi Cakes Box Interior
Open box of Nakanishi Cakes showing a wrapped cake inside with printed instructions and Japanese/English text on the lid.
Nakanishi Cakes Storefront with Signage and Interior View
The image shows the storefront of Nakanishi Cakes, a bakery located in an indoor shopping area. The shop features bright yellow walls and signage displaying 'NAKANISHI CAKES CHIBA JAPAN' along with Japanese characters. Inside, there are glass display cases showcasing baked goods, including cakes and pastries. A person wearing a backpack is visible near the entrance. To the left, another business offering money changer services is partially visible.
Nakanishi Cakes Product Display
A close-up of stacked yellow and cream-colored boxes labeled 'NAKANISHI CAKES' with Japanese text, placed on a white counter in what appears to be a bakery or cafe interior.
Nakanishi Cakes Product Display
Two open boxes of Nakanishi Cakes, each containing a wrapped brown cake with visible packaging and printed instructions on the lid.
Nakanishi Cakes Signage
A promotional signboard displaying a slice of banana cake and a glass of coffee, with the text 'NAKANISHI No.1 JAPANESE BANANA CAKES' and Japanese characters below.
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