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…)
Halal apple cider vinegar from cask-aged whole apples, 110 y.o. pro Kanesho
Kanesho Co., Inc. manufactures and sells products like a rich apple cider vinegar with a deep apple taste. With its 14 varieties of Halal-certified apple cider vinegar, the company has export them to Malaysia and other Southeast Asian countries. Check out what makes them so special and more with its president, Toshisada Kushibiki. (more…)
Halal rice pasta, fresh rice malt by 6th industry model company
OGATA VILLAGE AKITAKOMACHI RICE PRODUCERS CO., LTD. was founded by a group of rice farmers in Ogata, Akita. Let's hear the history of rice production battling against the rice reduction policy, and its products for the Islamic market from Takayuki Kato of the Business Development Unit. (more…)
JAL starts serving Halal-certified “Yuzu Sorbet”
JAL has started offering "Yuzu* Sorbet" newly manufactured by "Kochi Ice" on international flights. It is available in "Premium Economy Class" and "Economy Class" on flights departing from Japan (some routes are not eligible; special in-flight meals are available). This sorbet is halal-certified that is free of 28 allergens, making it safe for everyone to enjoy. *Yuzu: a type of citrus fruit originated from East Asian region.
Halal cup noodles to boost food diversity in Japan, Grit Capital
Promoting food accessible to everyone (barrier-free food) in Japan, Grit Capital has launched the halal cup noodle "Freedom Ramen". CEO of this Singapore-based real estate investment company, Yoshitaka Tanaka, shares how it developed the cup noodle and its commitment to diversity. (more…)
Halal-certified bento and catering for Muslims, Nankai Catering Service
Nankai Catering Service provides bento (boxed lunches) and buffets made in a central kitchen. Let's check out halal menus by the company from the president, Nobuko Eimoto. Since 1989, our company has predominantly engaged in banquet and party catering.In 2016, we became the first catering company to obtain halal certification. We also provide our clients with food that embraces diverse dietary needs, such as vegetarian and gluten-free. click to enlarge photo Our Hot Delivery® is a hot meal catering service that provides hot meals in a buffet style, which has...
New halal latte for Muslim world to diversify business, Isokoma Nori
Shizuoka-based ISOKOMA Nori exports halal-certified seaweed, furikake*1 and matcha lattes to countries such as Malaysia, the UAE, Israel and Mauritius.Let's hear the journey of this nori [seaweed] manufacturer to make a seaweed-free latte and its export to Islamic countries from the president, Mr Kosuke Fukada. (more…)
Halal-certified 100% plant-based additive-free green juice, PLANTz Co.
All 34 of PLANTz Corporation's 100% plant-based, made-in-Japan aojiro (green juice) are now certified halal. Let's find out from President Hiromi Kitabayashi about its additive-free green juices, made with plenty of fruits and vegetables. (more…)
No.1 black ramen in Japan ‘Toyama Black’ now halal-certified, Ramen Iroha
Famous ramen restaurant Ramen Iroha, a multi-time champion in Japan with branches abroad, has come up with halal ramen. It is now available in Malaysia and Singapore. Hear from the representative director and president, Kiyoshi Kurihara, about the birth of this local 'Toyama Black' ramen and the process to develop halal ramen. (more…)
Halal tasty Japanese fish on its way to Muslim countries, Imaru Ikawa
Meet the processor and distributor of the best of freshest fish, IMARU IKAWA. Obtaining halal certification, the company began exporting its products to Malaysia and Singapore. Let's learn about its halal quest, highlights of its products and future vision straight from CEO Tsuyoshi Ikawa. (more…)
Ramadan nutritional boost with AminoGO HALAL, FABALA
FABALA—food, beverages and cosmetics manufacturer and distributor based on its exclusive technology. Director, Mana Yamada, talks in-depth about its AminoGO HALAL, a soft drink made with sprouted brown rice malt recommended as a Ramadan nutritious supplement. (more…)
Certified halal, leading global flavour & fragrance expert/SHIONO KORYO
Fragrances and flavours are indispensable in food, beverages and cosmetics. With various locations abroad and over 50 different types of high-quality halal-certified flavours, SHIONO KORYO is a reputable fragrance expert with more than 200 years of experience.Discover the company's comprehensive approach to catering to Japanese and international manufacturers. (more…)