Time is running out. Isetan NEX — the beloved department store that has served the Serangoon community for 15 years — is closing its doors for good this Sunday, 26 April 2026. Today and tomorrow are your absolute final opportunities to walk through those doors and score deals of up to 90% off storewide before it shuts forever.
After Sunday, Singapore will be left with just one Isetan outlet — the flagship store at Scotts Road, Orchard. The NEX chapter closes this weekend, and if you have not made it down yet, here is everything you need to know to make the most of these final hours.
Why Isetan NEX Is Closing
Isetan NEX has been a fixture at NEX mall since the shopping centre opened over a decade ago. The closure reflects broader shifts in the Singapore retail landscape — changing consumer shopping habits, the rise of e-commerce, and the strategic decision by Isetan to consolidate its Singapore operations at its Scotts Road outlet, where it intends to continue and strengthen its presence.
For long-time shoppers of Isetan NEX, this closure marks the end of an era. The store has been the go-to destination for quality Japanese housewares, kitchenware, food items, beauty products, and fashion in the north-east of Singapore.
What Is Still Available — and at What Discounts?
The final clearance sale has been ramping up discounts over the past few weeks, and as of this weekend, the store is offering:
- Up to 90% off storewide — across fashion, accessories, beauty, and homeware
- Household items (Level 3): cookware, appliances, and home essentials from brands like Philips, Panasonic, Tefal, Tiger, and Happycall at heavily discounted prices
- Beauty and fragrance: clearance pricing on cosmetics, skincare, and perfumes — often with bonus gifts for purchases above a threshold
- Fashion and accessories: Japanese-influenced apparel at deep clearance prices
- Food Hall: selected Japanese grocery items and snacks at clearance pricing
Stock is extremely limited at this stage. The best deals will go to early birds who arrive when the store opens.
Opening Hours for the Final Days
Isetan NEX operates within NEX mall’s opening hours. The mall is typically open from 10am to 10pm daily. For this final weekend, we recommend arriving as early as possible — particularly on Saturday 25 April when stock will still be relatively plentiful.
On Sunday 26 April, expect the store to be extremely busy as last-minute shoppers flood in. Arrive early to avoid the crowds and to get first pick of remaining stock.
What to Look Out For
Based on what shoppers have been finding in recent days, here are the departments worth prioritising:
Kitchen and Home (Level 3) — Best Deals
This has been the most popular section of the clearance sale. Expect heavy discounts on Japanese brand cookware, rice cookers, electric kettles, toasters, and kitchen tools. Brands like Zojirushi, Tiger, and Happycall have been moving fast. If you need to replace any kitchen appliance, this weekend is your chance to do so at a fraction of the usual retail price.
Japanese Stationery and Lifestyle
Japanese stationery, organisers, and lifestyle accessories have been available at significant discounts. These make excellent gifts and practical everyday items.
Fashion and Accessories
The fashion floors have seen dramatic markdowns. While selection is more limited at this stage, those who browse carefully can still find quality pieces at extraordinary prices.
Tips for Shopping the Final Sale
- Go early on Saturday (25 April) — best selection, fewer crowds than Sunday
- Bring cash and cards — at closing sales, payment systems can be slow; having both options helps
- Check all levels — deals vary by floor; what seems picked over on one level may still have gems on another
- Inspect items carefully — all sales are final at clearance prices. No returns, no exchanges
- Bring a trolley bag or large tote — if you plan to buy appliances or bulky household items
A Fond Farewell to Isetan NEX
Beyond the deals, this weekend is also about saying goodbye to a store that has been part of the fabric of Serangoon and the north-east for 15 years. Many families have fond memories of browsing Isetan NEX’s Japanese food hall, shopping for bento boxes and kitchen tools, or picking up a special gift from the beauty counters.
After Sunday, the NEX space previously occupied by Isetan will transition to new tenants. The mall goes on, but Isetan NEX as we knew it will not.
If you have time this weekend, make the trip — not just for the deals, but to experience one of Singapore’s most-loved Japanese department stores one final time.
Location and Getting There
Isetan NEX
23 Serangoon Central, Singapore 556083
Nearest MRT: Serangoon (North East Line / Circle Line) — directly connected to NEX
Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm (Saturday 25 April and Sunday 26 April)
Also read our earlier coverage of this sale: Isetan NEX Everything Must Go: Final Days of the Closing Sale — Up to 90% Off.
Head down, shop smart, and say a fond farewell to a Singapore retail institution.
