{
  "id": 18450585,
  "title": "Gyu-Kaku to close its last outlet at Chijmes on Nov. 15, 2026, exiting S'pore after 2 decades",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/gyu-kaku-to-close-its-last-outlet-at-chijmes-on-nov-15-2026-exiting",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-06T02:02:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mothership",
    "slug": "mothership",
    "url": "https://mothership.sg/2026/11/gyu-kaku-close-down-singapore/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Japanese yakiniku chain Gyu-Kaku has announced the permanent closure of its last Singapore outlet at Chijmes, citing that it has been operating in the country for over two decades. The announcement was made on November 3, 2026, via the chain's Instagram post, which stated that the final day of operations would be on November 15, 2026.\n\nIn their post, Gyu-Kaku expressed gratitude to its valued customers, acknowledging the loyalty and support they have provided over the years. They encouraged customers with unused rewards under their loyalty programs to redeem them until the closure date. Gyu-Kaku is renowned for its Japanese yakiniku experience, allowing patrons to grill their choice of meats and other delectable items on a flame grill situated on their tables.\n\nThe closure of Gyu-Kaku's final outlet follows the chain's recent decisions to close its other Singapore locations. These include outlets at Waterway Point and Kinex in March, The Star Vista in May, and VivoCity in September. Additionally, Gyu-Kaku had previously shut down its stores at UE Square, The Centrepoint, and Novena Square in 2025. However, the reasons behind the closure of the final outlet in Chijmes have not been disclosed.",
  "summary": "Closure.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}