Anime Park in Japan?! + Muslim-Friendly Guide
If you're an anime or game fan visiting Japan, there's a hidden gem you must check out — Nijigen no Mori, a massive outdoor anime park located on Awaji Island, about 1.5 hours from Osaka (click here for access guide) by bus, ferry, or train. This place brings your favorite series to life with immersive attractions inspired by Naruto, Demon Slayer, Dragon Quest, Godzilla, Monster Hunter, and even Crayon Shin-chan! But if you're wondering: 🕌 "What about prayer space?"🍱 "Is there halal food available?" Don’t worry! We’ve got a Muslim-friendly guide just for you. Read on for a two-day travel plan that includes food, prayer,...
Muslim Friendly 2-Day Osaka Itinerary for Family
Planning a family trip to Osaka? This is a 2-day Osaka itinerary for Muslim families traveling with children, balancing kid-friendly attractions, halal food, and prayer tips — so you can enjoy a stress-free Osaka getaway together! 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 40 popular attractions, including Osaka Castle, Umeda Sky Building, and more. This pass makes it...
Muslim Half-Day Itinerary in Dotonbori
Planning a short yet fulfilling trip in Dotonbori, Osaka? Here’s a Muslim-friendly half-day itinerary featuring Halal food, shopping, and a relaxing café break, with ample time to Shop for Halal Souvenirs. 1. Halal Lunch in Dotonbori (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM) Start your day at Dotonbori with a delicious Halal-certified meal at one of these recommended restaurants: 🍜 Halal Wagyu & Vegan Ramen Gyumon DotonboriFamous for its wagyu ramen, with spicy levels from 1 to 10 (dare to try level 10?). Conveniently located right behind the Glico Running Man sign.📍 Google Maps 🍜 Halal Ramen Ayam Ya DotonboriServing chicken ramen, this restaurant is...
Kansai Travel Pass Guide + Muslim-Friendly Tips
Planning to explore Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and more? Before you start tapping your IC card like crazy, check out these money-saving travel passes that can make your Kansai trip way easier (and cheaper). At the end, we also share must-visit Muslim-friendly spots to visit using this pass! 🧭 What are Travel Passes? Travel passes are special tickets that let you ride trains or buses unlimited times within a certain area and time period. Some even include free access or discounts to major tourist spots. Think of them like your travel cheat code — especially useful if...
Osaka Hospital Guide for Muslims
Got hurt during your Japan trip? Here are hospitals in Osaka with English support (other languages incl.) and female medical staff. Please contact the hospital in advance for language and staff support. In Case of Emergency To call an ambulance for emergencies in Japan, please dial 119 (English operator available). The transportation fee for an ambulance in Japan is free. Muslim Tips for Visiting Hospitals in Japan Requesting Female Staff If you prefer a female doctor or nurse, it’s important to ask in advance when scheduling your appointment. Many hospitals in Japan are used...
About Muslim Tourist Information Centre
Welcome to the Muslim Tourist Information Centre (MTIC), a new initiative by JAPANeid, your Muslim-friendly souvenir shop in Osaka. Our Mission Traveling in Japan should be a joyful experience for everyone, including Muslim travelers. Our goal is to provide accurate, easy-to-access, and practical information that makes exploring Osaka—and Japan as a whole—simpler, safer, and more enjoyable for Muslims. What We Offer The MTIC provides information on: Halal & Muslim-friendly restaurants in Osaka and TokyoMuslim itinerary in JapanMuslim travel tips in JapanIncluding prayer space, cultural insights & local attractions Whether you...
Kaden (Hotel Plaza Osaka) 花伝
Yodogawa / Japanese Cuisine The Kaiseki cuisine at this restaurant is carefully crafted with seasonal ingredients. Muslim-friendly menus: Muslim-friendly Kaiseki CourseMuslim-friendly Shabu-shabu, Tempura & TemakiMuslim-friendly Vegetable Sushi Muslim-friendly Kaiseki Course Muslim-friendly Vegetable Sushi Muslim-friendly Shabu-shabu, Tempura & Temaki Halal Status Vegan Vegetarian Serve Liquor Partially※ ✔ ✔ Yes Prayer Space Wudu Qibla Can accommodate ✖ ✖ ※ Partially Halal Compliant: Offers Halal menu items or uses Halal ingredients Language Support ✔ Kaden (Hotel Plaza Osaka) 花伝3F Hotel Plaza Osaka,1-9-15, Shinkitano, Yodogawa Ward, Osaka, 532-0025 Tel: 06-6301-6133 Maps
SAHHA halal restaurant
Nara / Tunisian Restaurant A Muslim-friendly Tunisian and Arab restaurant located in Nara, not far from the famous deer park. The restaurant is not halal certified but only all their dishes are Halal. You can enjoy delicious authentic North African cuisine like couscous and shakshouka but also middle eastern/arab food as well. The place also has a little shop that sells Tunisian items that ranges from food to souvenirs. Halal Status Vegan Vegetarian Serve Liquor 100% Halal※ ✔ X No Prayer Space Wudu Qibla ✔ X X ※ The restaurant...
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.