Kagawa & Hokkaido: Halal-certified seafood goods to advance into Muslim nations
Kagawa-based Yabu Suisan Co., Ltd. and Hokkaido-based Ikeshita Sangyo Co., Ltd. have acquired Halal certification from the Japan Halal Business Association (JHBA) for their manufacturing factories to export processed seafood products such as sushi items to the Islamic market.Click the link for more details. Also See:TOYAMA HALALFOOD GIFTBOX by Toyama firms to offer halal gifts
Good to the palate, Nano-colloid silica mineral water certified Halal
Developing products and services utilising silica's properties, Silica Techx Ube Co.,Ltd. has obtained Halal certification for its nanocolloid*1 silica*2 water products: Si-CORE, Si-era, Si-100 and Si-78, on 19 October 2022. The certification is issued by Japan Halal Foundation (JHF), an international-level Japanese certifying body with mutual recognitions from JAKIM (Malaysia) and MUIS (Singapore). By the process of permeation through multiple hard rock layers from the deep water of Kirishima (a city in the Kyushu region), this mineral water is rich in the rare mineral elements 'silica' and 'sulphate'. This gave...
Muslim-friendly Ikeda (Osaka): 2 recommended cultural spots, halal/vegan food
If you're looking for somewhere calm– some quietness away from the metropolitan area –mixed with a cultural ambience around Osaka, Ikeda City is perfect for you! Located in the northern Osaka prefecture, 20 minutes away by Hankyū Train from Umeda, stroll around Ikeda City to immerse yourself in the local history and its beautiful nature. Check out two sightseeing spots you can visit there to experience Japanese culture, such as Rakugo (a Japanese traditional art form). When you're hungry, why not try one of these Muslim-friendly and vegan options, such...
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…)
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...
New halal-certified plant-based TOFU MEAT to cater for Muslim visitors in Japan
TOFU MEAT has been certified Halal by a local Halal certifying body 'Halal Food Council' (HFC)*1 under the Fukuoka Masjid Al Nour Islamic Culture Centre*2, to expand its Halal product scope in Japan. TOFU MEAT is the new 100% plant-based food ingredient made from tofu developed by Tofu Meat Corporation. This opens up possibilities to accommodate Muslims using this product in food & beverage establishments, like hotels and restaurants in Japan. The company plans to keep working on expanding its product range to ensure greater assurance and security for Muslims...
Displays food by pictogram, To cater for foreign tourists towards the Osaka Expo 2025
With 2 years and a half left towards the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025, initiatives are in progress to accommodate the diverse dietary of tourists from abroad, including Muslims and vegetarians. On 22 November, the Kansai Economic Federation (KANKEIREN) has been conducting a demonstration test in restaurants within Osaka City by displaying the food ingredients used by pictograms on the menus, as a way to help foreign visitors understand them easier. Also, the Expo is planning to set up a system to provide all visitors an easier access to food and drink,...
Opens until end-2023! teamLab Planets in Tokyo ticket sales from overseas up by 136%
Visited by over 3 million visitors (overseas and Japan) since 2018, the digital art interactive art Museum, teamLab Planets, continues to bring you a series of new attractions. And great news, it will be opened until the end of 2023!In about a month from 11 October, ticket sales from international tourists increased to about 136% compared to the same month in 2019 (pre-Covid), with 1 in 3 visitors now coming from overseas. What's new at teamLab Planets in TOKYO:・Garden area with over 13,000 living orchids blooming in mid-air 'Floating Flower...
The Agriculture Counsellor Office of the Embassy of Malaysia in Tokyo (ACO) hosts durian sweets contest to explore ‘King of Fruits’ durian’s new potential
On 22 October, the Malaysian Durian Sweets Contest 2022 Final (co-organised by the ACO, Japan Durian Promotion Association (JDPA) and Kawori Orchard Inc.) was held at the Embassy of Malaysia, Tokyo. (more…)
Halal corner at Lawson convenience store near Toyama Mosque
This Lawson convenience store in Toyama Prefecture has a halal food corner to cater for Muslim customers. It all started when the manager noticed how Muslim customers struggled to buy food since she got the position 5 years ago. (more…)
Takeout Halal food menu in Shin-Okubo
"Siddique National Mart" in Shin-Okubo, Tokyo is an ethnic Asian supermarket that opened in August 2021 and handles a lot of halal food. And it is attractive not only for food sales but also for taking out and eating various halal dishes on the spot. Please see the link below for detailed information about the store.