Japan — with its culture and tradition that have remained over a thousand years — has successfully transformed itself into a high-tech country exporting goods like cars and culture such as anime to the rest of the world. Whether people head to this island-nation for work or a visit to its numerous tourist attractions like Mt. Fuji, they are looking to experience the best that the country has to offer. Japan is a haven for diverse cultures and food from across the world, all of which can be found within its increasingly cosmopolitan cities like Tokyo and Osaka. Food in Japan has been undergoing a transformation over the past few years along with the culture in the country. Halal food is becoming increasingly available in Japan’s cities, where it is a hit among traveling Muslims and locals who don’t mind tasting new cuisine. Scroll down for the top halal restaurants in Japan.
1. Halal Ramen Gion Naritaya, Kyoto
Food at Halal Ramen Gion Naritaya, Kyoto is made from special cuts of meat that are sourced locally. The restaurant has a relaxed ambiance and is ideal for spending time with friends and family. Several dishes on offer include those made with organic ingredients. No additives are used in the food preparation process. The lunch hour is especially busy in the restaurant and its ramen is extremely popular for locals and tourists alike. Its ramen can be paired with dumplings and deep-fried chicken to create a sumptuous meal.
Halal Ramen Gion Naritaya
Address: 424 Rinkacho, Higashiyama-ku | Ability Gion 1F, Kyoto 605-0062, Kyoto Prefecture (Gion)
Website: Halal Ramen Gion Naritaya
Opening hours: Wed - Mon: 11:30am – 8pm (closed on Tue)
2. Salman & Sohel Halal Kitchen, Kyoto
Recipes from Iran provide the food at Salman & Sohel Halal Kitchen with a unique flavor and make the restaurant extremely popular with locals and tourists from the Middle East. This restaurant in Kyoto is famous for its cheese-stuffed naan that can be enjoyed along with the kebabs on offer. More importantly, this restaurant with a café-style interior offers Indian food such as biryani made with halal meat. It pairs well with the smooth mango lassi.
Salman & Sohel Halal Kitchen
Address: 88-3 Miyagakicho, Kamigyo-Ku, Kyoto 602-0853, Kyoto Prefecture
Website: Salman & Sohel Halal Kitchen
Opening hours: 11am – 11pm (daily)
3. DELHI Dining, Yokohama
Located in the city of Yokohama, DELHI Dining is a restaurant that packs a lot of style evident in its décor and ambiance. The restaurant specializes in Indian food and offers an affordable buffet. Among the specials on the menu is biryani prepared with aroma-rich rice and choice cuts of halal chicken. Meanwhile, the naan on offer comes in several varieties including those flavored with garlic and it is good for pairing with the curries that have a gravy base.
DELHI Dining
Address: 207 Yamashitacho, Naka-Ku | Kannai JS Bldg. 1F, Yokohama 231-0023, Kanagawa Prefecture
Website: DELHI Dining
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 11:30am – 3pm, 5:30pm – 10pm (closed on Mon)
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4. Nakshatra Restaurant, Yokohama
At Nakshatra Restaurant, you can indulge in halal food created with traditional recipes that have been in use for several centuries in India. The ambiance is pleasant here as well. The restaurant has several South Indian dishes on its menu, including dosa served with sambar and egg. Dishes created with a tandoor are also available and these include seekh kabab, tandoori chicken and more.
Nakshatra Restaurant
Address: 155 Yamashitacho, Naka-ku | Dowa Bldg. 2F, Yokohama 231-0023, Kanagawa Prefecture
Website: Nakshatra Restaurant
Opening hours: Mon: 11am – 2:30pm; Tue - Fri: 11am – 10pm; Sat - Sun: 12pm - 10pm
5. Malay Asian Cuisine, Tokyo
Malaysian food is at the heart of Malay Asian Cuisine restaurant located in Tokyo. The restaurant prepares its dishes with halal-certified meat and ingredients. It offers bento lunchboxes for those who want a takeaway. The restaurant’s ambiance is dominated by furniture and décor in darker shades and there is an ample space to relax and eat with the family. Among the popular options on the menu are nasi goreng, ayam percik, ikan goreng halia, and seafood omelet.
Malay Asian Cuisine
Address: 2-9-9 Shibuya, 2F SANWA Aoyama Bldg., Shibuya 150-0002, Tokyo Prefecture
Website: Malay Asian Cuisine
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 11pm; Sun: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10pm
6. Halal Wagyu Yakiniku PANGA, Tokyo
The focus at Halal Wagyu Yakiniku PANGA restaurant in Tokyo is on food created with halal meat and ingredients. The restaurant is especially famous for its Wagyu beef which is halal-certified. As for the restaurant, it has a distinctly Japanese look and feel from its décor to ambiance. Meanwhile, the dishes on the menu include several Korean barbeque options that can pair well with the ramen on offer. The Wagyu beef steaks are popular options and guests can get marbled pieces cooked according to their choice.
Halal Wagyu Yakiniku PANGA
Address: 3-27-9 Taito, Taito 110-0016, Tokyo Prefecture
Website: Halal Wagyu Yakiniku PANGA
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11:30am – 2pm, 5pm – 10pm; Sun: 5pm – 9:30pm
7. Vitti Halal Restaurant, Osaka
Located in Osaka, Vitti Halal Restaurant has a Japanese-style seating and décor that provide the interior with a unique look. The restaurant is popular with businessmen as it offers a variety of Western, Japanese and Malaysian food choices. The nasi goreng fried rice has a unique Malaysian touch. For those who want traditional Japanese food, they can opt for the okonomiyaki pancake made with a variety of savory ingredients. Halal meat and ingredients are used in this restaurant while for those who prefer Western dishes, there is also a pizza on offer.
Vitti Halal Restaurant
Address: 3-4-1 Motomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka 556-0016, Osaka Prefecture
Website: Vitti Halal Restaurant
Opening hours: 3pm – 11:45pm (daily)
8. Ali's Kitchen Osaka Halal Restaurant, Osaka
If you crave Arabic and Pakistani food while in Osaka, then heading to Ali’s Kitchen Osaka Halal Restaurant is a good way to get you satisfied. The restaurant has a décor with an oriental theme and a casual ambiance. It is also an ideal spot for having a meal with your family. The dishes are created with halal-certified ingredients and meats such as chicken, lamb, and beef. Among the popular offerings at the restaurant are lamb kabsa and karahi gosht, while the korma and paya are served with a sumptuous serving of gravy that pairs well with rice. Several biryanis are also on offer and these are made with beef, mutton, shrimp and chicken.
Ali's Kitchen Osaka Halal Restaurant
Address: 1-10-12 Shinsaibashisuji, Tres Bldg. B1F, Chuo, Osaka 542-0085, Osaka Prefecture
Website: Ali’s Kitchen Osaka Halal Restaurant
Opening hours: Sun - Fri: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10pm; Sat: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10:30pm
9. Houryu Ramen Flagship Store, Sapporo
For a unique lamb dish that goes by the name of Genghis Khan Ramen, then its time to head to Houryu Ramen Flagship Store located in Sapporo. The restaurant uses halal meat and ingredients so it is Muslim-friendly. Among the Japanese dishes on offer are succulent gyoza and koku uma miso ramen. More importantly, the restaurant has hosted a variety of celebrities who have left autographs and photos that are tacked into the wall and complements the laid-back ambiance.
Houryu Ramen Flagship Store
Address: 3 Minami 6-Jo Nishi, Chuo-Ku | Susukino Hondori, Sapporo 064-0806, Hokkaido
Website: Houryu Ramen Flagship Store
Opening hours: Wed - Mon: 11am – 1am (closed on Tue)
10. Kanak, Hiroshima
Dishes at Kanak restaurant have a distinct Indian flavor thanks to the spices and recipes that came from the subcontinent. This Hiroshima-based restaurant has a décor that includes motifs inspired by henna tattoos, while the plates and cutlery are sourced from India. Curries are some of the most popular offerings in the restaurant, while all the meats and ingredients used are halal-certified. Guests can opt for lunch combinations suggested by the restaurant, or order single dishes from the menu. The menu features several dishes created in a tandoor. Meanwhile, the curries on offer include ginger chicken curry, chana masala and butter chicken that can be paired with naan.
Kanak
Address: 2-2-10 Otemachi, Naka-Ku, Hiroshima 730-0051, Hiroshima Prefecture
Website: Kanak
Opening hours: 11am – 3pm, 5pm – 10pm (daily)
Halal restaurants are for everyone
While halal restaurants are Muslim-friendly, they are also increasingly popular among locals in Japan. These restaurants in Japan are not just viewed as halal-certified dining spots but are also viewed as good options where locals can indulge in top-notch Indian or Malaysian food.
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