Handout free Halal cup noodles, Malaysian sweets/sambal at Masjid Istiqlal Osaka
Hello, it’s Muslimah staff Iman here!On 9 December, I helped distribute free Halal cup noodles at Masjid Istiqlal Osaka (MIO), an Islamic facility (mosque) in Nishinari-ku, Osaka, so here's a glimpse of how it all went. (more…)
“It’s frozen! That’s why so tasty” Frozen Bread By Style Bread
With 51 kinds of bread now Halal-certified, STYLE BREAD is producing delicious bread that stays fresh by quick-freezing its freshly made breads. Find out what makes them unique and what the future holds for them, straight from President Satoru Tanaka. (more…)
Muslim bento in Yonezawa, To let tourists enjoy local Yonezawa food
Under the SDGs philosophy of 'No One Will Be Left Behind', students from Kurino Gakuen High School in Yonezawa City have been developing Halal bentos (lunchboxes) since this spring, so that Muslim travellers can enjoy local food in Yonezawa. What kind of a place is Yonezawa? Scroll down to find out more! (more…)
Is Tokyo Banana Halal? Everything you need to know about the famous Tokyo snack
There's no doubt that SNACKS makes one of the best souvenirs and easiest to get for your family and friends when you are travelling. From local sweet chocolates to savoury crackers and all kinds of food! (more…)
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...
New halal-certified plant-based TOFU MEAT to cater for Muslim visitors in Japan
TOFU MEAT has been certified Halal by a local Halal certifying body 'Halal Food Council' (HFC)*1 under the Fukuoka Masjid Al Nour Islamic Culture Centre*2, to expand its Halal product scope in Japan. TOFU MEAT is the new 100% plant-based food ingredient made from tofu developed by Tofu Meat Corporation. This opens up possibilities to accommodate Muslims using this product in food & beverage establishments, like hotels and restaurants in Japan. The company plans to keep working on expanding its product range to ensure greater assurance and security for Muslims...
Opens until end-2023! teamLab Planets in Tokyo ticket sales from overseas up by 136%
Visited by over 3 million visitors (overseas and Japan) since 2018, the digital art interactive art Museum, teamLab Planets, continues to bring you a series of new attractions. And great news, it will be opened until the end of 2023!In about a month from 11 October, ticket sales from international tourists increased to about 136% compared to the same month in 2019 (pre-Covid), with 1 in 3 visitors now coming from overseas. What's new at teamLab Planets in TOKYO:・Garden area with over 13,000 living orchids blooming in mid-air 'Floating Flower...
Moist & soft halal-certified Baumkuchen, Taiyo Shokuhin
Four varieties of Baumkuchen by Taiyo Shokuhin Co., Ltd. have been certified Halal by the Japan Islamic Trust (JIT)*1. Find out all about the specialities of the products and upcoming future plans. (more…)
A halal curry restaurant ranked NO.1 in Miyagi Prefecture?!
Spicy Curry Halal Hub, a halal restaurant with home-style Bangladeshi cuisine by a Muslim Bangledashi chef, took first place in the October ranking of 'Best Curry Restaurants in Miyagi Prefecture'. (more…)
Halal corner at Lawson convenience store near Toyama Mosque
This Lawson convenience store in Toyama Prefecture has a halal food corner to cater for Muslim customers. It all started when the manager noticed how Muslim customers struggled to buy food since she got the position 5 years ago. (more…)
Takeout Halal food menu in Shin-Okubo
"Siddique National Mart" in Shin-Okubo, Tokyo is an ethnic Asian supermarket that opened in August 2021 and handles a lot of halal food. And it is attractive not only for food sales but also for taking out and eating various halal dishes on the spot. Please see the link below for detailed information about the store.
Japan’s 1st halal-certified kelp, Ohashi Suisan gains boost in Muslim market
Seafood and plants are generally considered Halal, but OHASHI SUISAN has grabbed attention for having its 'Hidaka Konbu*1' (dried kelp) certified Halal, with sharp sales growth in the Halal market. Let's find out more straight from the company's executive director, Shohei Ohashi. (more…)