For children! An Indonesian entrepreneur to build mosque
To build a mosque in Osaka's Daikokucho, an Indonesian Muslim, Herizal Adhardi, is fundraising to raise a hefty JPY700 million. As COOP JAPAN's CEO and an entrepreneur, he has been active in trade, recruitment, retail and expanding his business scope. (more…)
How To Speak Manglish By Japan’s Universities
Hello!I'm Okuma, the editor-in-chief of Groovy Japan-a media platform connecting Japanese industry with the Islamic market via a business perspective. Groovy Japan editorial team is constantly researching information to share with you HERE; I came across an intriguing project involving the Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (a university I visited on several occasions). (more…)
JETRO and MATRADE sign MoC to boost DX collaboration
Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) and Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC). Besides bilateral trade promotion, the parties will enhance cooperation in the digital transformation field. (more…)
Free Halal Certificate, Less strain on Muslim consumer & business
Nanao Confectionery obtained a "Free Halal Certificate" for its products. Fukuoka Masjid issued the halal certificate free of charge to ease the burden on companies and Muslim consumers. (more…)
Halal-certified beauty line to debut by Japan’s cosmetics veteran
Momotani Juntenkan, with a history of 136 years, will release 3 products in its "HAPPINESS BEAUTE" with its original formula "HBP Complex" (which improves the skin foundation). The product range will further expand in the future. (more…)
JR West, JAL extend tie-up to boost goods for Japan tourist
JR West and JAL jointly announced their extended collaboration. To show the beauty of western Japan—not yet well-known overseas, they have come up with measures to encourage Japan visitors to enjoy sightseeing throughout the region. (more…)
Halal Ramen Honolu goes on sale at Malaysia’s DONKI
Ramen Honolu—a halal ramen restaurant developed a shelf-stable product for export. It is now available in Don Quijote's first Malaysian outlet, JONETZ by DONDONKI LOT10 Store. (more…)
Premium Food Show 2021: Discover Latest Food Trends, Halal
Halal, vegetarian, gluten-free, organic—a trade show dedicated to the world's emerging food trends will be held at Tokyo Big Sight from 21 (Wed)–23 April (Fri). (more…)
Halal Skincare: Tokyo Organic, A word with Zunita
TOKYO ORGANIC—a well-loved organic skincare brand for only using selected ingredients. We sat down with Zunita Ramli, the founder of Tokyo Organic, to hear more about this Japan-made brand. (more…)
Muslim Tourist Map Gets A New Make Over―Aichi
Aichi Prefecture renewed its Muslim Tourist Map.It includes new updates on tourist information such as local food. The map has a pictogram showing the halal mark and the availability of prayer space. (more…)
Ultimate gaming paradise at e-ZONe Hotel in Osaka
Hello! I’m Iman, Salam Groovy Japan’s Malaysian staff.Welcome to “e-ZONe~電脳空間 (dennou kuukan)~”! It means "e-ZONe~cyberspace~", a new hotel in the heart of Osaka where you can play games while staying the night.It's just near the otaku street "Ota Road". Let's take a look! (more…)
Why Salam Groovy Japan set its sights on the Islamic market
Hello!I'm Okuma, the editor-in-chief of Salam Groovy Japan. In my last blog, I briefly talked about how we started the Salam Groovy Japan project and reached the concept of "Bridging the Gap Between Japanese Companies and the Islamic Market Via a Business Perspective". Today I would like to talk about why we decided to target the Islamic market. (more…)