Masjid Istiqlal Osaka opens in Osaka by Indonesian Muslim
This is a conceptual image of the completed building Osaka has a new masjid [mosque], Masjid Istiqlal Osaka (MIO), opened on 12 January 2022. This masjid was made possible through a donation drive led by Herizal Adhardi, an Indonesian entrepreneur, which we have also introduced before. Check out our interview with Mr Herizal about MIO's future plans and the first look inside this new mosque. Mr Herizal, MIO Chairman Mr Herizal bought a building originally owned by a Japanese company and renovated it into a mosque. About two years ago, he...
Visualise Wagyu beef smell digitally, Possible use for meat alternative
*Image is for illustrative purposes only Postgraduate students at the University of Shizuoka have developed a technology to digitalise aromas. They could now visualise the aroma differences between foreign beef and Japanese Black (cattle breed) Wagyu beef. (more…)
Certified halal, leading global flavour & fragrance expert/SHIONO KORYO
Fragrances and flavours are indispensable in food, beverages and cosmetics. With various locations abroad and over 50 different types of high-quality halal-certified flavours, SHIONO KORYO is a reputable fragrance expert with more than 200 years of experience.Discover the company's comprehensive approach to catering to Japanese and international manufacturers. (more…)
New food culture to the world with cold Cream Buns/Hattendo
Hattendo's hallmark creation is the chilled CREAM BUNS, reaching its 90th year in business. Fresh from Hiroshima, this ever-popular treat is now available in Malaysia after launching in Singapore, Hong Kong and Canada.Find out all about the company's Islamic market journey from the president of Hattendo International, Daisuke Ishioka. (more…)
Senayan City in Jakarta opens Japan-major electronics ‘BEST DENKI’ store
A major Japanese electrical and electronics brand, BEST DENKI, opened its doors in Senayan City, a shopping complex in Jakarta, on 17 June 2022. This marks its first directly managed store in Indonesia. (more…)
Malaysian-Japanese join hands to give Japan the best of Malaysia/Figurative Japan
Coping with business network dynamic networking, Figurative Japan constantly provides corporate support and splendid promotional program that focuses on cross-cultural differences which contribute to the real conceptualization of the international business environment. Let’s listen to the entrepreneurial journey of Dr Amiruddin, the Managing Director of Figurative Japan Co., Ltd. (more…)
AI security robot now on guard at Narita Airport
AI-based security robots are now on the move at Narita Airport, a gateway to the skies of Japan. (more…)
Look at Japan’s creative square watermelon
Late June to late July every year is the shipping season for Square Watermelons in Japan.The watermelon is officially registered under the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF)'s Geographical Indication (GI) Protection System as 'Zentsujisan Shikakusuika'. (more…)
Top 4 inn-hotel for best service in Japan 2021 revealed
What usually surprises most foreigners when first visiting Japan is the high-quality service. Japan is widely known worldwide for its remarkable hospitality. It is especially true for hotels, ryokans (traditional Japanese inn) and similar facilities offering their services at an extremely high level. (more…)
Never before? JUMP manga pirate logo gets official name ‘Journey’
Screenshot from shonenjump_official YouTube channel Japan's manga magazine Weekly Shonen Jump, published by Shueisha, boasts some of the world's most famous and global hit manga. Jump Pirates (the magazine's logo) is now officially named "Journey". (more…)
Unicharm Indonesia launches sugarcane-based sustainable sanitary pad for limited time
PT UNI-CHARM INDONESIA TBK, the Indonesian subsidiary of Unicharm Corporation, launched CHARM Herbal Ansept+ Bio in time for World Environment Day (5 June 2022). It is formulated with sugarcane-based BIO MATERIAL for the skin-touching top sheet, outer and individual packaging of the CHARM sanitary pad brand. (more…)
Watermelon-scented Ayu fish marks Japan summertime
Summer is here, and ayu [sweetfish] are in season again this year.In-season means the time of year when fish, vegetables and fruit are at their best. Many also believe it's the time when they are most nutritious. Japan is home to 4 seasons, giving the country plenty of varied produce as each season has its own cycle. (more…)