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Free halal certification for more Muslim-friendly shops-offered by Japan Muslim Access
What troubles Muslims in Japan: lack of places to eat and pray. To solve this issue, Japan Muslim Access (JMA) provides free Halal certification to restaurants and other establishments, as well as promoting prayer facilities to be established. (more…)
Malaysia will get Japan’s famed kaedama halal ramen, Tanabiki-Seimen
The 124-year-old veteran noodle maker Tanabiki-Seimen obtained the Halal certificate in October 2020. With their wide Halal noodle range, you will soon get these at Don Don Donki Malaysia outlets. Let's hear from the company about the features of the new products and how they become certified. (more…)
Japan’s first, World’s rarest shark leather ‘Atelier Shark’
Leather products are generally from cow, ostrich, crocodile, snake, and the like. Artificial leathers that exactly replicate them are also widely available.Atelier Shark, a Japanese start-up, has launched an exclusive shark leather brand, which is the first time in Japan and rare even globally. (more…)
Gyomu Super gives free Halal food for refugees in Japan
Kobe Bussan, the operator of the Gyomu Super (supermarket) franchise, is providing food aid to the Japan Association for Refugees (JAR). (more…)
Casio first use of biomass plastic for PRO TREK watch
On 25 March, Casio will launch a new outdoor PRO TREK watch, the PRW-61. It is their first watch model made from biomass plastic. (more…)
Blend Japanese and Islamic cultures with fashion
Under the Maison des psyche brand by Cor-an Holdings, they bring the tsuki veil–designed after the Japanese kazuki*1 (headwear) and hijab worn by Muslim women–for people in Japan and worldwide. In this interview, Cor-an Holdings CEO Mamiko Inahata shares how they came up with a fashion item that women all over the world can wear, regardless of religion. (more…)
Showing true image of Muslims with crowdfunding, LaunchGood
Since Covid-19 hit the world, many have switched their activities from offline to online, including meetings, events and fundraising. Connecting you with the global Muslim community, LaunchGood provides the technology to raise funds by delivering your stories to the world. (more…)
World Cosplay Summit celebrates 20th year with special website
World Cosplay Summit, the world's largest cosplay event, launches a special website to celebrate its 20th anniversary. (more…)
Labour-saving commercial dishwasher with half the staff
Image (from left): ①Remove Lid→②Soaking→③Turn/Separate→④Wash→⑤Sorting Full-line commercial kitchen equipment maker NAKANISHI MFG. has demonstrated an innovative cleaning system at the 1st Foodtech Japan Osaka. It cuts dishwashing tasks by half, designed for central kitchens and restaurant operators. (more…)
Review: Halal snack from Japanese roasted brown rice
Salam and hello!I have some tasty goodness that I want to share with you today.Thanks to TOMO (JAT Inc.), I got to try their new halal snack and some extras. (more…)
Halal sweets approved by the Sovereign Prince of Monaco, by JAT
The Halal-certified chocolate Chocolats Café Genshin, coated with Café Genshin designated by the Sovereign Prince of Monaco. Let's see the secret behind their popularity and the hot new product 'Bouchées de Genshin' with the manufacturer-distributor JAT's CEO, Keiko Oda. (more…)
First Pokemon playground in Fukushima you can’t miss out
The first park in Japan with official Pokémon playground gear, Chansey Park, opened in Namie, Fukushima, in late 2021. (more…)