Robot ‘Foodly’ works together with humans to make food
In Japan, the future of working with robots is getting closer and closer. (more…)
Japan is the world’s snowiest country, 51% covered by snow
Surprisingly, Japan is the snowiest country in the world.According to the US-based AccuWeather survey, Japanese cities are among the top 3 in the world for annual snowfall in cities with over 100,000 people. (more…)
Japan speeds up to adopt flying taxi with fair $1.25 per km
Japanese aviation giant ANA Holdings has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with US start-up Joby Aviation. They aim to co-explore new flight operations in Japan using the electronic air mobility eVTOL. (more…)
A Day in Muslim-Friendly Aichi④: Authentic Cultural Course
Want to immerse in the old historical days of Japan while wearing a kimono? AICHI is here to let you explore hidden spots and gems filled with rich Japanese cultural heritage. (more…)
Halal-certified, healthy, tasty to the world, Japan’s top grain dealer
With over 70 years of history, TANESHO has been producing, processing and selling grains, rice, beans in Saga Prefecture; All its factories are halal-certified. Let's meet its President, Kazuma Morotomi, to find out the highlights of its products and what they are up to overseas. Our company started in 1946. It was a time when there were severe food shortages after the war. We used to sell grains, beans and eggs to cover the lack of staple food like white rice. At that time, grains were a substitute to satisfy...
3 Tokushima firms certified halal for export to Muslim world
HIRO Corporation in Anan, Tokushima, obtains Halal certification together with Miyahiro (deli/food processor) and Wakita Suisan (fish wholesaler) to fully expand exports to the Islamic market. (more…)
Ultra-fast freeze for fresh fish, next-gen fridge ‘HybridICE’
Japan is one of the few countries worldwide that eat raw fish. Since long ago, they have exploited various methods of eating fish as fresh as possible such as fermentation, vinegar or salt, to keep the fish fresh. (more…)
Review: Muslim-friendly Japanese food, Osechi Ryori
Salam and hello!I recently had the chance to try Muslim-friendly osechi ryori by Hinomoto Shokusan. As I promised in my New Year blog, I want to share what this traditional food is like with all of you. (more…)
Flavour & texture galore! Plant-based meat 30 years in the making
Building a sustainable society is a challenge for all people living on Earth.Japan is currently speeding up commercialising plant-based meat as a meat alternative to solve global warming. This solution focuses on meat-eating as it is considered one of the causes of greenhouse gases. (more…)
Still good after 25 years! Japan’s awesome survival food
Fuji eruption, earthquakes, tsunamis, torrential rains—Japan's natural environment has drastically changed in recent years.More Japanese people are now preparing for these never before experienced, unfamiliar disasters. (more…)
Japanese universities create glowing tree for non-electric lights
At CES 2022, held in the USA in January, two Japanese national universities: Osaka University and Nara Institute of Science and Technology, showcased their research on glowing plants.CES is one of the world's top annual high-tech electronics trade fairs. (more…)
TOYAMA HALALFOOD GIFTBOX by Toyama firms to offer halal gifts
5 companies in Toyama Prefecture collaborated to develop 'TOYAMA HALALFOOD GIFTBOX', a Muslim-friendly Toyama gift with mostly halal-certified products. Japan Halal Business Association (JHBA) took part in this project as the adviser. (more…)