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Salmon No. 1 in Japan’s Kaitenzushi for 11 years in a row
Maruha Nichiro, one of Japan's leading seafood companies, has released the results of its annual survey, 'Consumer Survey 2022 on Kaitenzushi'. (more…)
Donation of crowdfunded food aid complete
To support Muslims in Japan struggling in the Covid-19 pandemic, we conducted a crowdfunding project on LaunchGood from October to November 2021.We collected USD2,383 (about JPY280,000), and many thanks again to all those who supported it. THANK YOU. With your generous donations, we have donated Halal food and feminine hygiene items to a total of 462 Muslim students and mosque-goers through these organisations.・Tokyo University of Foreign Studies・University of Electro-Communications・Kobe University・University of Tsukuba・Akita University・Beppu Muslim AssociationThank you to all the universities and mosques for cooperating in the distribution. Here are some...
Kimono Hijab, made-in-Japan modest fashion by WATASI JAPAN
WATASI JAPAN is an apparel manufacturer and seller based in Shirakawa, Fukushima. Their signature items are hijabs and abayas tailored for Muslim women by reusing disused Japanese kimonos. (more…)
Halal cosmetics made-in-Japan to bridge ties with Muslims
Mitchan's Halal-certified Made-in-Japan Lip Balm. This cute balm really delivers the goods! With its eye-catching Japanese-style design, it contains over 99.5% natural ingredients. More than 7 organic ingredients are used to keep your lips glossy and moisturised. (more…)
Japan to soon farm by rideable Yakul-like 4-legged robot
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, one of Japan's three major heavy industrial firms, unveiled its RHP Bex four-legged walking robot for the first time at the 2022 International Robot Exhibition at Tokyo Big Sight. (more…)
Halal-certified free-range dairy products, Nakahora Dairy Farm
Nakahora Dairy Farm (located in Iwaizumi, Iwate) is among the very few natural grazing dairy farms in Japan. They have a range of dairy products from milk to yoghurt, ice cream, pudding and butter.In November 2013, the farm obtained Halal certification, making their products suitable for everyone, even Muslims. They renew the certificate every year since then. (more…)
Free halal certification for more Muslim-friendly shops-offered by Japan Muslim Access
What troubles Muslims in Japan: lack of places to eat and pray. To solve this issue, Japan Muslim Access (JMA) provides free Halal certification to restaurants and other establishments, as well as promoting prayer facilities to be established. (more…)
Malaysia will get Japan’s famed kaedama halal ramen, Tanabiki-Seimen
The 124-year-old veteran noodle maker Tanabiki-Seimen obtained the Halal certificate in October 2020. With their wide Halal noodle range, you will soon get these at Don Don Donki Malaysia outlets. Let's hear from the company about the features of the new products and how they become certified. (more…)
Japan’s first, World’s rarest shark leather ‘Atelier Shark’
Leather products are generally from cow, ostrich, crocodile, snake, and the like. Artificial leathers that exactly replicate them are also widely available.Atelier Shark, a Japanese start-up, has launched an exclusive shark leather brand, which is the first time in Japan and rare even globally. (more…)
Gyomu Super gives free Halal food for refugees in Japan
Kobe Bussan, the operator of the Gyomu Super (supermarket) franchise, is providing food aid to the Japan Association for Refugees (JAR). (more…)
Casio first use of biomass plastic for PRO TREK watch
On 25 March, Casio will launch a new outdoor PRO TREK watch, the PRW-61. It is their first watch model made from biomass plastic. (more…)
Blend Japanese and Islamic cultures with fashion
Under the Maison des psyche brand by Cor-an Holdings, they bring the tsuki veil–designed after the Japanese kazuki*1 (headwear) and hijab worn by Muslim women–for people in Japan and worldwide. In this interview, Cor-an Holdings CEO Mamiko Inahata shares how they came up with a fashion item that women all over the world can wear, regardless of religion. (more…)