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Muslim-friendly & vegan menus now available at Hyssop in Kyoto

On top of offering vegan menus, GOOD NATURE STATION has also began serving Muslim-friendly menus at its 4th-floor restaurant 'Hyssop' from 15 December 2022. Located in the busy Shijo-Kawaramachi area of Kyoto with a greenery-filled setting, customers can enjoy its Muslim-friendly menus– made using seasonal vegetables, halal-certified Wagyu beef and such –for dinner and lunch. Photo Source: Muslim Friendly Dinner Course via GOOD NATURE STATION Hyssop serves food under the following ‘Muslim Friendly Menu Policy’: The restaurant itself is not certified as a halal restaurant by a third-party organization.The kitchen...

Muslim-friendly Ikeda (Osaka): 2 recommended cultural spots, halal/vegan food

If you're looking for somewhere calm– some quietness away from the metropolitan area –mixed with a cultural ambience around Osaka, Ikeda City is perfect for you! Located in the northern Osaka prefecture, 20 minutes away by Hankyū Train from Umeda, stroll around Ikeda City to immerse yourself in the local history and its beautiful nature. Check out two sightseeing spots you can visit there to experience Japanese culture, such as Rakugo (a Japanese traditional art form). When you're hungry, why not try one of these Muslim-friendly and vegan options, such...

How to ride Japan’s shinkansen (bullet train) following the new baggage rule

Fast, Convenient, Comfortable! Riding a bullet train (or 'Shinkansen' 新幹線 in Japanese) is probably one of the top must-do experiences for many travellers when visiting Japan. Japan's shinkansen network has multiple lines with the Tokaido Shinkansen (Tokyo - Nagoya - Kyoto - Osaka) being the most popular. Similar to airplanes, the shinkansen have seat and class categories: Ordinary and Green Car, with reserved or non-reserved seats.Plus, a new rule was implemented in May 2020 that requires passengers to book in advance if they have any baggage between 160cm and 250cm...

Lawson’s first futuristic avatar-staffed convenience store opens in Tokyo

Lawson Japan has opened 'Green Lawson' in Tokyo, its first convenience store staffed by on-screen avatars remotely controlled by employees. Aiming to solve manpower shortages and building a society where everyone can play an active role, this initiative makes it possible for even those with mobility issues to work. 'Green Lawson' is a sustainable store that tackles on social issues (e.g. food loss, plastic waste) with eco-friendly and sustainable initiatives, such as this avatar customer service and eliminating usage of plastic bags and cutleries. Click the link for more. Related...

Journey to Amami Oshima Island Part 1

Hi everyone! Konnichiwa! Let me introduce myself. You can call me Hood; I'm from Malaysia, and my favourite food is the infamous sushi!I have been living in Japan for 7 years: 2 years studying in Okayama and 5 years working in Japan. I spent most of my years in Kagoshima prefecture, my second home, or in Japanese, we say Dai Ni no Furusato. (more…)

The best from Japan! Halal Aomori-made fruit juices coming to Malaysia, more Muslim nations

The Japanese processor/supplier of Aomori agricultural products, JA Aoren (The Farm Village Industry Federation of Aomori Prefectural Agricultural Cooperatives), will export new halal apple and peach juice products from January 2023 to the Muslim world, starting with Malaysia, followed by Thailand and Singapore. Did you know that the famous Japanese apple, Fuji Apples, comes from Aomori? Not only is Aomori the NO.1 apple-producing prefecture in Japan, but its apples also have one of the best quality in the world.JR Aoren has been advancing its initiatives, obtaining halal certification for its...

Anyone can eat it! Famous Japanese β-Glucan EX health supplement now comes as trial pack

Aureo Co., Ltd. launched a new trial pack of its popular & No.1 selling supplement β-Glucan EX, which contains black yeast β-glucan and EF lactic acid bacteria, on 12 December 2022. A limited first-time '54% off' campaign has also begun on the same day. It has no preservatives and synthetic colours. Aiming to ensure its products are safe for anyone to eat, at any time, and in any quantity (there is a guideline), the company has maintained a stringent control and quality, from raw materials to shipping. Its domestic factory...

Rising global popularity, Japan soft drinks moving into Muslim countries

Japanese soft drinks are gaining popularity worldwide with exports increasing at a steady pace. This also includes exports of Halal-certified beverages to the Muslim countries, which are also on the rise. Among them, Marumatsu Co., Ltd., a Japanese citrus wholesaler, processor and distributor that obtained Halal certification last winter, has been receiving numerous calls from Muslim countries such as Malaysia, Singapore and the UAE. Marumatsu Co,. Ltd. was the first company in Japan to obtain Halal certification for more than 10 citrus juices and citrus jellies. With such movements, consumers...