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…)
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Thank you for your continued support.Salam Groovy Japan will be unavailabe from 29 December 2022 (Thu) until 4 January 2023 (Wed) due to the winter holidays in Japan.All enquiries received after 5pm on 28th December 2022 (Wed) will be replied after 5th January 2023 (Thu). We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.Although we are away, you can still get the latest news as usual on this website. So stay updated with Salam Groovy Japan! Have a great new year!
“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…)
The best from Japan! Halal Aomori-made fruit juices coming to Malaysia, more Muslim nations
The Japanese processor/supplier of Aomori agricultural products, JA Aoren (The Farm Village Industry Federation of Aomori Prefectural Agricultural Cooperatives), will export new halal apple and peach juice products from January 2023 to the Muslim world, starting with Malaysia, followed by Thailand and Singapore. Did you know that the famous Japanese apple, Fuji Apples, comes from Aomori? Not only is Aomori the NO.1 apple-producing prefecture in Japan, but its apples also have one of the best quality in the world.JR Aoren has been advancing its initiatives, obtaining halal certification for its...
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…)
Anyone can eat it! Famous Japanese β-Glucan EX health supplement now comes as trial pack
Aureo Co., Ltd. launched a new trial pack of its popular & No.1 selling supplement β-Glucan EX, which contains black yeast β-glucan and EF lactic acid bacteria, on 12 December 2022. A limited first-time '54% off' campaign has also begun on the same day. It has no preservatives and synthetic colours. Aiming to ensure its products are safe for anyone to eat, at any time, and in any quantity (there is a guideline), the company has maintained a stringent control and quality, from raw materials to shipping. Its domestic factory...
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...
Klook Visit Japan Promo, JNTO Asia Campaign kicked off in 11 Asian countries
Klook, Asia's largest attractions, tours, and activities booking platform, has launched a unique Japan tourist attraction promo "KonnichiWOW!" for 11 countries in the Asia-Pacific Region. The platform is also running a large-scale collaboration campaign "Asia Campaign" with Japan National Tourist Organisation (JNTO) for 9 Asian countries. ■ Targeted Countries・KonnichiWOW! Campaign: Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, South Korea, Hong Kong, Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand・Asia Campaign: Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, South Korea, Hong Kong, Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia As part of these campaigns, visitors can find out all kinds of sightseeing experiences...
Japan entry rule update: Now switched from MySOS app to a website
The Fast Track pre-registration requirement in Japan has changed.Before 1 Nov, visitors needed to pre-register by entering personal details, such as vaccination status, into the Fast Track app 'MySOS'. But in November, the usage of the MySOS app has ended, and now has been replaced with Visit Japan Web (VJW), an online service for immigration procedures. This means that the 3 procedures: quarantine, immigration and customs declarations, are all combined into VJW, ensuring a better and smoother process when visitors/travellers enter Japan. Before you fly to Japan, make sure to...
Muslim-friendly, plant-based, healthy ‘Lactic Acid Bacteria from Forest Shirakami’ to boost product value
'Lactic Acid Bacteria from Forest Shirakami', a natural plant-based and functional ingredient developed by LAVIEPRE Co., Ltd., has secured the 'No Animal' and 'No Pork No Alcohol' recommendation marks by Japan Business Halal Association (JHBA). The ingredient is mainly available for food product manufacturers involved in health, beauty and sports, expecting to improve product value with its functionality. 'No Animal' and 'No Pork No Alcohol' recommendation marks are verification by JHBA that no primary raw materials of animal, pork and alcohol origin are used in the products by inspecting material...