Grand Opening 55Kitchen specializing in halal and Asian ingredients
On September 11, 2022, Healse Co., Ltd. opened the Asian food specialty store "55Kitchen Kawagoe" in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture. In this shop, ingredients, seasonings, beverages, sweets, and handmade side dishes purchased from various Asian countries are lined up, as well as Korean cosmetics, halal ingredients, cooking utensils, and other Asian products that are difficult to get in Japan. Starting with the opening of the first store in Kawagoe, the company plans to open stores in Tokyo by the end of the year and is aiming to open 100 stores...
Indonesia protein deficiency may be saved by Japan’s genome editing tech
Regional Fish Institute (RFI), a developer of new species using genome editing technology and engaged in seed production and sales, has announced that it will conduct a demonstration project on genetic variation breeding of seafood products in Indonesia.*For the Islamic view of genome editing, please refer to the related article below (more…)
Spicy Food Network (Akihabara) in Tokyo
Used computers and smartphones are displayed near the entrance to Spicy Food Network in Akihabara, Tokyo. At first glance, there is no sign of food being sold. However, once inside the store, you will find a convenience store-like array of halal foods, including spices, frozen meats, dates, grains, samosas, and sweets. It is a small store, but you can buy halal food from many different countries.For more information about the store, please see the link below.
Enjoy Tokyo cultural sights for foreign tourists with THE TOKYO PASS
The new service to make cultural tourism in Tokyo more comfortable and enriching for foreign tourists in Japan, THE TOKYO PASS-Culture, are now selling on its official website from 5 September. (more…)
[NHK Coverage] Making Ramen for Muslims by an Indonesian
In March of this year, an Indonesian Muslim spoke on NHK about his dream, "I want to make ramen that Muslims can eat."Five months after the broadcast, there is a new movement in Halal Ramen! A dream "after" is scheduled to be broadcast. The goal is to realize the dreams of foreigners! "Dream Neighbor" Broadcast date: Friday, September 9, NHK 19:30-19:55
What are the future entry restrictions to Japan?
On August 25th, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare will change the conditions for a negative certificate of COVID-19, which is required when entering Japan, from 00:00 on September 7th. Announced that travelers from overseas will not have to submit a negative certificate at the time of entry if they have completed the third vaccination. In addition, travel agencies and others have pointed out that tourists who prefer to travel on their own are a factor in avoiding trips to Japan, as there is a low degree of freedom...
Guest house for Muslim visiting Tokyo
Japan's premier friendly Share House (private rooms) & Guest House (dormitory rooms) are exclusively for Muslim visitors and students coming to Japan. Located in Yoyogi Uehara, one of Tokyo's most exclusive neighbourhoods, this area offers a high level of security and convenience to go around the Tokyo Shinjuku area. For more information, please visit the link below.
138-year-old Toyama dashi maker gets halal certification, Kaneshichi
The venerable food manufacturer Kaneshichi Co., Ltd, with over 130 years of history in Toyama, has secured Halal certification for more than 33 products, including granulated dashi*1 and kelp tea. Let's find out the speciality of its products and its future prospects. (more…)
“Islamic Shopping district” Shin-Okubo multinational area
Shin Okubo is a cozy little neighborhood located within Tokyo’s Shinjuku ward and is easily accessible as one of the stops on the Yamanote train loop. And it is well known for its extensive Korean community. Mainly popular among Tokyoites for its Korean foods, K-pop. But now you will see that it is a Shin-Okubo is a cozy little neighbourhood?in Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward, easily accessible as one of the stops on the Yamanote Line. It is also known for its large Korean community. It is popular for Korean food and...
Medicine vending machine to appear in rural areas in Japan after test at Shinjuku Station
A medicine vending machine was installed in JR Shinjuku Station on a trial basis until the end of August. (more…)
Kamakura Private Half-Day Muslim-Friendly Tour
Have a tour around a city that's popular with Muslim travelers - Kamakura. By going on a private tour, you'll have your guide's undivided attention. Save time and see multiple highlights in one day, such as Jomyo-Ji, Hokoku temple, Komachi Street, Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine, and more. You won’t have to worry about language barriers, as a guide will translate and recommend where to get a halal lunch too.
Real-time shade map to avoid Japan’s blazing summer heat
click photo to enlarge Navitime Japan, a prominent Japanese navigation service provider, has launched 'Hikage Map' (=Shade Map) on its walking application ALKOO by NAVITIME for Android OS. (more…)