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Japan’s top sushi chain ‘Sushiro’ is opening in Indonesia
Image is for illustration purposes Sushiro, the largest kaitenzushi (conveyor-belt sushi) chain, is opening its first sushi chain in Indonesia, aiming to expand more branches as it anticipates a growing demand for conveyor-belt sushi. In a press release on 26 October, FOOD & LIFE COMPANIES Ltd. announced that it will set up a subsidiary there in December. (more…)
Traditional x Innovation, Into the world of ikebana art at Nijo Castle
After 3 years, NAKED, INC. is back with its famous interactive art show, turning the World Heritage Site Nijo Castle into an autumn metaverse with the largest display of digital cherry blossom art ever. (more…)
Halal-certified: Japanese traditional dried noodles go global, Toa Food Industrial
Toa Food Industrial Co., Ltd. is the first company in Japan to obtain Halal certification for dried noodles.Discover first-hand from President Iichiro Inoue about its journey to obtain Halal certification in 2014 by Nippon Asia Halal Association (NAHA), including its vision for overseas expansion. (more…)
Japan’s famous Yoshinoya Beef Bowl now opens in Purwakarta
Japan's No.1 beef bowl (gyudon) restaurant, YOSHINOYA, opened a new branch in Purwakarta, Indonesia. This marks its 140th store in Indonesia alongside the branches in Jabodetabek, Surabaya, Bandung, Jogja, Semarang and more. (more…)
Japan No.2 among non-Islamic countries, Provide info for Muslim tourists
Screenshot of JNTO (Japan National Tourism Organization) Muslim Travelers' Guide HP As we enter the COVID-19 endemic era, the global demand for tourism is expected to increase.The 3rd World Islamic Tourism Conference (WITC) was held from 17-19 October in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, releasing a report about how well National Tourism Organisations (NTOs) are preparing online to accommodate Muslim travellers. (more…)
Malaysia Airlines increases flights on KL-Tokyo/Osaka routes
Following Japan fully reopened its borders to foreign travellers, Malaysia Airlines is increasing the number of flights from Kuala Lumpur to Japan. (more…)
Halal-certified local delicacy ‘Shizuoka Oden’, Hanoji Shokuhin
Hanoji Shokuhin Co., Ltd. is venerable surimi (paste made of fish or other seafood) product manufacturer with over 100 years of experience in the business. Let's hear from Vice-president Fujino Hattori about its Halal journey for the local delicacy 'Shizuoka Oden' and its product highlights. (more…)
3rd Don Don Donki Malaysia opens at Sunway Pyramid on 1 Nov
Pan Pacific Retail Management (HQ: Malaysia, Representative: Satoshi Machida), a Pan Pacific International Holdings (PPIH) Group company, is opening a JONETZ by DON DON DONKI outlet at Sunway Pyramid on 1 November 2022. (more…)
A halal curry restaurant ranked NO.1 in Miyagi Prefecture?!
Spicy Curry Halal Hub, a halal restaurant with home-style Bangladeshi cuisine by a Muslim Bangledashi chef, took first place in the October ranking of 'Best Curry Restaurants in Miyagi Prefecture'. (more…)
AirAsia X resumes Tokyo/Hokkaido flight services
The world-famous low-cost airline company, AirAsia Group has announced that it will resume its flights departing from Malaysia and Thai to countries like Japan. (more…)
Dive into autumn sky at this dreamy outdoor ice rink & library in Karuizawa
Compared to the Tokyo area, the autumn season arrives about 1 month earlier in Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture. Here's a perfect place for you to hunt down beautiful autumn foliage in the heart of nature— Karuizawa Hoshino Area! (more…)
To make halal made-in-Japan products available worldwide, NAHA
Nippon Asia Halal Association (NAHA) is the most renowned Halal certification body in Japan. Hear from its founder and director, Dr Saeed Akhtar, about its founding journey and his desire to widen the use of Halal Made-in-Japan products. (more…)