Soup, seasoning expert joins halal ramen market
An OEM manufacturer of liquid and powdered soup seasonings, Marui Shokuhin Mie Kojo, has over half a century of expertise creating flavours. Last year, its powder line obtained Halal certification. (more…)
New Halal Long-life Food, ANSHIN-MAI Quick
Alpha Foods will start shipping its Halal-certified long-term shelf-stable food*1 "ANSHIN-MAI Quick" series from January 2022. It is ready to eat in 5 minutes after pouring hot water, perfect for outdoor use and as emergency food with its longer product life. (more…)
Food donation to Indonesian interns at Matsuyama Kozai
Salam and hello!We at Salam Groovy Japan have been involved in food support for Muslims living in Japan. This time we provided to the Indonesian interns working at MATSUYAMA KOZAI. (more…)
Easy halal emergency food in Japan #2
Salam and hello!Following the halal emergency food series by Onisi Foods, today I'll be trying the remaining 4 products. Let's Go!! (more…)
Halal food vending machine in Chiba, To go nationwide
Vending machines are common in Japan, where you can easily buy items 24/7. The Chiba-based company iWorks now offers halal food in those handy vending machines. (more…)
Halal Japanese emergency food review, My first try
Salam and Hello!This is Iman, Salam Groovy Japan Malaysian staff. Back again with a halal food review. (more…)
Healthy konjac dessert now halal-certified, Marukin Foods
Marukin Foods acquired halal certification from the Japan Halal Business Association (JHBA) for export to Islamic markets such as Malaysia and Singapore. The company manufactures–distributes processed soybean products, konjac, and more. (more…)
Halal ramen Honolu operator selected for METI subsidy program
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) announced the selected project list for its 2021 subsidy scheme, "JAPAN Brand Development Assistance Program".Among those listed, you can see the name ASSET FRONTIER, which applied for the international export project of original brand halal-certified food products. (more…)
Halal-certified vinegar & mirin to serve Muslims halal Japanese food
Japanese basic seasonings: vinegar and mirin. Generally, they contain alcohol and are thus not suitable for Muslims.Yokoi Vinegar Brewing has solved this issue with its halal-certified pure rice vinegar, mirin-style seasonings and more. (more…)
More halal curry and spices to be made, House Foods
The House Foods Group set to expand its production of Halal curry, wasabi and other spices. It's a move made possible through the group's Indonesian subsidiary with the necessary funding from Japanese government-affiliated financial institutions. (more…)
Halal-friendly TOFUMEAT 2nd Prize at Taberu Japan Bimi Awards
The 1st Taberu Japan Bimi Awards was held. TOFUMEAT (a halal-friendly ingredient) selected as the runner-up among 142 nominated products. What kind of ingredient is TOFUMEAT? According to the official website of the manufacturer and distributor, TOFU MEAT Corp., "TOFU MEAT is a halal-friendly ingredient, attracting interest as next-generation alternative meat". It also states that TOFU MEAT is "manufactured to a standard that will set the world benchmark beyond the scope of health food products. It's also an ingredient that meets the needs of athletes or those dieting, requiring a...
Arima Food Lab: Kobe’s Best Nuts Snack in Malaysia
Upon hearing that the long-established beans snack shop "Arima HOKODO" expanded its business to Malaysia, selling halal-certified goods. We interviewed Yoshito Arima, president of its local subsidiary.What is its objective to enter the halal market? (more…)