6 Things I Wish I Knew as a Muslim Before Visiting Japan
Visiting Japan as a Muslim traveler can be an amazing experience—stunning nature, rich culture, and beautiful traditions await you at every corner. But there are a few things we really wish we had known before our first trip here.... No Pork ≠ Halal In Japan, just because something doesn’t contain pork doesn’t automatically mean it’s Halal. Unlike Muslim-majority countries, meats like chicken and beef in Japan are usually not Halal-slaughtered. Many locals may not be familiar with what Halal truly means, so it’s important to double-check labels—or better yet, stick...
Must-Have Apps for Muslim Travelers in Japan
Ready for a seamless adventure in Japan? From finding Halal food to navigating trains and staying safe, these essential apps have got you covered. If you need halal Japanese souvenirs, you can check out Halal Souvenir Shop JAPANeid in Osaka. 1. VoiceTra: Your Instant Translator Bestie Developed by a Japanese government research institute and completely free to use, this highly accurate voice translation app supports 31 languages. What it does: Just speak, and it'll instantly translate your speech to the local language (and vice-versa).Why it's a must-have for Muslims: Perfect...
Muslim Friendly 1-Day Osaka Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
Planning your very first trip to Osaka? With just one day, you can enjoy a mix of history, scenic views, Halal food, and souvenir shopping. This itinerary (trip) is curated especially for Muslim travelers — with Halal food recommendations and Halal souvenir shopping. For this itinerary, we're using the Osaka Amazing Pass. What is the Osaka Amazing Pass? The Osaka Amazing Pass is a great-value e-ticket that offers unlimited rides on trains and buses in Osaka City and nearby areas for 1 or 2 days.It also grants free admission to over...
Muslim Tourist Information Centre Official Website Now Open
The official website of the Muslim Tourist Information Centre is now open.This site will provide useful information for Muslim travelers visiting Japan.We look forward to your continued support.Click here for more information about the Muslim Tourist Information Centre
First Muslim-friendly snack souvenir shop in Japan opens in Osaka
Aside from hotel delivery and pick-up services, Muslim tourists can now easily walk in and buy Muslim-friendly snacks and treats as souvenirs directly at JAPANeid Kiosk. The kiosk is located near Dotonbori within a 9-minute walk from the famous Glico sign. JAPANeid is our sister brand that curates and sells Muslim-friendly/Halal Japanese snacks to help bring more Muslim-friendly options of Japan for Muslims worldwide.
Muslim-friendly ramen restaurant ‘Ayam-Ya’ beloved by many Muslims
Safari Group operates ‘Ayam-Ya’, a restaurant offering Halal chicken broth ramen, located in Kyoto Karasuma and Tokyo Shin-Okachimachi. Let’s hear about their journey of catering to Muslims and their future prospects. (more…)
Get halal souvenir for Muslim tourists in Japan with easy pickup
"I'm travelling to Japan, can I get halal snacks in Japan?" To respond to the voices and feedback received by many followers, our brand “JAPANeid” has started a new Souvenir Pickup service.“JAPANeid” is our brand that curates and sells Muslim-friendly/Halal Japanese snack bundles. (more…)
Japan’s first halal-oriented beauty salon opens to meet growing need
Japan welcomes its first-ever halal-oriented beauty salon "Halal Snova", introduced by the long-standing "Snova" salon in Ginza. The establishment employs Halal-certified cosmetics and beauty products to provide a beauty experience that aligns with Halal regulations. The salon uses Halal-certified beauty serums, ensuring the utmost safety for Muslim clients. Located near the Tokyo Camii Mosque in Setagaya-ku, this Halal beauty salon offers a unique and tailored beauty experience for the growing Muslim community in Japan.
Fukuoka City offers halal and vegan restaurant map
In conjunction with the Fukuoka-hosted World Swimming Championships, Fukuoka City created a "Fukuoka Vegan, Vegetarian, and Halal-friendly Map", which was distributed at locations like the JR Hakata Station square in the Hakata district. (more…)
Finding Halal food and prayer spaces made easy with Japan’s HaloDish
Amidst the increasing number of foreign tourists visiting Japan, eftax, a Japanese IT company, has launched "HaloDish", a mobile search service app for Muslims in Japan on 13 October. Users can find Halal restaurants and mosques, considering not only location and operating hours but also Halal menu information and ingredient processing details. The app addresses the challenges Muslims face in Japan, such as reading food labels and finding suitable places for daily prayers. With a focus on customization, HaloDish allows users to set their dietary preferences. This service aims to...
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo welcomes Muslims: Japanese garden & cuisine experience
Located in the heart of Tokyo, Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo stands amidst a vast garden resembling a forest. Find out about the garden's charm from Ms. Shimamura (from its marketing group) and the offerings like Kaiseki cuisines for Muslims from Mr. Suita (from its restaurant Ryotei Kinsui). (more…)
Halal Kobe beef & dinosaurs? Unique bayside hotel welcoming Muslims, Hotel Plaza Kobe
Located in the maritime city of Rokko Island, Hotel Plaza Kobe is an urban resort hotel offering delightful dining experiences and beautiful vistas. We recently discovered that the hotel is making strides in accommodating Muslim guests and sat down with them for a chat. (more…)