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Donating Halal Japanese food for Eid celebration!
Hello.I'm Okuma, the editor-in-chief of Groovy Japan. For Muslims, there is a month of Ramadan (fasting month) every year.This year, Ramadan falls from April 13 to May 12, and during this period, with a few exceptions, eating and drinking during the day is prohibited.While eating and drinking during the day is prohibited, eating after sunset is allowed, and this meal after sunset is called "Iftar". Last year, we donated 100 portions of Halal certified Hida beef to the Japan Da'awah Center , a Muslim exchange center in Osaka during Ramadan....
Halal Popular Noodle Shop Gets 2nd Branch in Brunei
TORIDOLL Holdings opened the 2nd Brunei branch of Boat Noodle, which is mainly operating in Southeast Asia. What are the highlights and current progress of this brand famous in Malaysia? (more…)
New prayer space for Muslims, Tokyo Skytree®
The Tokyo Skytree®, a popular tourist attraction for international travellers, recently added a new prayer space (musolla). Designed mainly for Muslims—What is it like? (more…)
8th Halal Market Fair Report
The 8th Halal Market Fair was held at Tokyo Big Sight for 3 days from 21 April 2021. Here's a look at some of the fascinating products and services for Muslims that the Salam Groovy Japan team encountered at the fair. (more…)
Halal factory is a boost for cosmetics makers
Japan still has very few cosmetic ingredients manufacturers that obtained halal certification.Now, a foreign raw material manufacturer obtained halal certification for its factory in Fukushima.What are the benefits for cosmetic manufacturers? (more…)
CoCo Ichibanya First Halal Chain in Dubai this Autumn
Ichibanya, the company behind the Curry House CoCo Ichibanya, is considering entering Dubai as its first Halal restaurant overseas.Could Japan's favourite curry restaurant make it in one of the Middle East's leading cities? (more…)
Indonesia Travel: A One-Stop Service By Nippon Travel
PT. Jabato International launched a one-stop service plan for business travel procedures.Will the launch of this service for both business travellers and returning ex-pats provide a tailwind for business in the Covid-19 pandemic? (more…)
Offer Halal Japanese Food: Hinomoto Shokusan Total Adherence
Providing Japanese delicacies that meet the stringent international Halal standard—Hinomoto Shokusan Co., Ltd. brings tastiness and reassurance to Muslims (who have dietary requirements), with "Japanese Food Made Accessible to All" at heart. (more…)
Meet Japanese business interested in Islamic market
Hello!I'm Okuma, the editor-in-chief of Groovy Japan-a media platform connecting Japanese industry with the Islamic market via a business perspective.I visited the Halal Market Fair held at Tokyo Big Sight for three days from 21 April. (more…)
What is Muslim Kakejiku? Japanese Hospitality via Traditional Crafts
I'm Yuichi Nomura, managing director of Art Nomura, a manufacturer of kakejiku—Japanese hanging scrolls. (a deputy representative of Kansai Association of Business Promotion for Muslim) We've been in business for 50 years and been working since 2010 to promote the intricate art of kakejiku (hanging scrolls)–a traditional Japanese craft–in Japan and abroad. I would love to share some of the activities we are undertaking to promote the beauty of hanging scrolls among Muslims. (more…)
Chiba Muslim Friendly Map With Latest Update
Chiba City Tourism Info updated its "Muslim Tourist Map" to the latest edition. It is its sixth edition.It contains unique information such as shops offering original sambal. (more…)
TOKYO MUSLIM Travelers’ Guide, A must for your trip
Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau (TCVB) present to you—TOKYO MUSLIM Travelers' Guide that includes restaurants, prayer spaces, ways to ease your troubles during your stay and more. It provides information for Muslim travellers to enjoy your Tokyo trip in English and Japanese. (more…)