Are you a Muslim traveller planning a trip to Tokyo? Or a foodie looking for new and exciting culinary experiences? Either way, exploring Tokyo’s halal food scene is a must so join us on a journey through Tokyo’s iconic cuisine all while staying true to your Muslim faith and values!
Ahh, Tokyo — the bustling capital city of Japan and a fan favourite amongst travellers. Navigating the city’s food scene can be overwhelming, especially if you’re looking for halal-certified meals in a country renowned for its seafood and meat-based dishes.
As such, we have created this comprehensive Tokyo Halal Food Guide to help our Muslim travellers find the best halal options in the city. From sushi to ramen, you can relax and indulge in authentic Japanese cuisine all while knowing that the food is halal-certified. Whether you’re visiting Tokyo for business or pleasure, bookmark this Tokyo halal food guide to help you navigate the city’s diverse culinary landscape without compromising on your dietary needs. Bon appetit!
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1. Ramen Honolu
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Located in the popular Shibuya neighbourhood, Ramen Honolu is a big hit amongst the youth in the Muslim community in Japan. Some of their staff are from Indonesia, so communication issues will be a thing of the past at this restaurant.
Known for their delicious noodles and broth, many travellers love Ramen Honolu’s Spicy Yakiniku BBQ Ramen — a bowl of springy noodles swimming in a chicken broth that’s been prepared and cooked for over 8 hours. Topped with tender slices of Beef Yakiniku and some spicy minced chicken, this dish is guaranteed to deliver a full-flavoured kick with every bite.
Disclaimer: Only Tokyo and Osaka outlets serve a Muslim-friendly menu while their other outlets serve non-Halal meats.
Opening Hours: 11:30 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
Address: 2 Chome-5-27 Motomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0016, Japan
Cost: ~ 1,500 yen per pax
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2. Menya Kaijin
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Located in Shinjuku, Menya Kaijin offers its Muslim customers a break from the usual chicken/veggie ramen options with its signature fish-based broth. With a more savoury flavour, the ramen boasts a thicker broth and is topped with juicy shrimp and fish meatballs.
Foodies can choose to add on more toppings such as Heshikoyaki (baked onigiri with mackerel filling), shrimp meatballs, chicken meatballs, or boiled egg. The store even provides a free ‘upsize’ for your ramen if you’re feeling extra hungry that day.
Disclaimer: Menya Kaijin is considered Muslim-friendly because of its seafood broth but it is not halal-certified, please dine at your own discretion!
Opening Hours: 11 AM – 3 PM, 4:30 PM – 10 PM
Address: Japan, 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 3 Chome−35−7 さんらくビル2F
Cost: ~830 yen – 1,030 yen per pax
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3. Sumiyakiya
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Craving for some halal Yakiniku? Head down to Sumiyakiya in busy Roppongi to satisfy your barbeque cravings while experiencing the lively atmosphere of Tokyo.
A five-minute walk from the Roppongi station, Sumiyakiya offers customers a wide range of halal beef — including halal Hida beef! Hida beef is one of the highest quality Japanese black beef reared in the Hida district, and only Sumiyakiya processes it in the appropriate method. Another main characteristic of Sumiyakiya is that they use fresh herbs to flavour the meat, maintaining its freshness and making it all the more tender. PLUS: The herbs also help to lower cholesterol levels and improve the body’s immune system. Now, this is one meat buffet our Muslim travellers can enjoy to their heart’s content!
Disclaimer: Sumiyakiya is not halal-certified and serves alcohol. Please dine at your own discretion!
Opening Hours: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 6 PM – 11:30 PM
Address: Nishi-Azabu Annex 1F, 3-20-16 Nishi-Azabu Minato-Ku, Tokyo
Cost: ~3,900 yen per pax
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4. Gyumon
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Another fantastic Yakiniku spot in the busy Shibuya district, Gyumon serves halal-certified beef and chicken along with delicious side dishes like Kimchi and Bibimbap.
Upon entering the restaurant, you can choose to either sit at a table or enjoy the authentic Yakiniku experience on a tatami mat — where you can kick off your shoes and rest on your feet. Enjoy perfectly seasoned beef with a dash of salt and pepper on a charcoal grill. Or share all three different halal sets with your friends! With a range of meat from chicken to beef rib loin, there’s enough to satisfy everyone.
Opening Hours: 5 PM – 11 PM
Address: 3-14-5 Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0002, Japan
Cost: ~ 3000 yen – 4000 yen per pax for halal BBQ dinner set
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5. Curry House CoCo Ichibanya
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I’m sure that most of us are acquainted with the popular Japanese curry franchise but as one might say: Nothing tastes as good as it does in the motherland. And with CoCo Ichibanya, trust me when I say that you have never tasted actual Japanese curry until you’ve tried it at this restaurant.
Located at Shinjuku, CoCo Ichibanya boasts an impressive halal menu and has received halal certification from the Nippon Asia Halal Association (NAHA). Select your preferred spice level ranging from non-spicy to super spicy (level 10) and savour this franchise’s rich curry topped with selections of chicken cutlets, sliced beef, seafood, and even chicken sausage!
Opening Hours: 11 AM – 10:30 PM
Address: 1-19-3 Kabukicho | Kabukicho Shotengai Shinkou Kumiai Building B1F, Kabukicho, Shinjuku, 160-0021 Tokyo
Cost: ~1000 yen per pax
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6. Tokyo Camii Yunus Emre Cafe
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Renowned for its soaring minaret and ornately decorated dome, the Tokyo Camii is the largest mosque in Japan. It comes to life every Friday as the Muslim population arrives for prayers and welcomes visitors to tour its stunning interior on the weekends. Aside from being a temple, the Tokyo Camii houses a halal food market and cafe as well.
The Yunus Emre Cafe is located on the mosque’s second floor, just alongside the main prayer hall. With several bookshelves stocked with Islamic literature, visitors can enjoy a wide range of reading material while they drink a cup of hot piping coffee or chai. The cafe also serves a set plate at lunch, consisting of Turkish Lamb Kebabs or Chicken Shish Kebabs, pilaf rice, salad, and vegetable soup. Don’t forget to try their famous Baklava as well.
Opening Hours: 11 AM – 6 PM
Address: 1-19 Oyamacho, Shibuya City, Tokyo 151-0065, Japan
Cost: 1500 yen for lunch set
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7. Asakusa Sushi Ken
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In the heart of the Asakusa neighbourhood stands Asakusa Sushi Ken, a restaurant dedicated to serving halal-certified sushi specialities.
One peek at the menu is more than enough to dazzle its Muslim customers as every single item, from Sushi to Tempura, is halal. Dine to your heart’s desires as you savour the famed dinner Sushi course including several Sushi specialities, appetisers, and of course, dessert! While some menus require an advance booking, Asakusa Sushi Ken allows for online reservations, making them extremely popular with international tourists.
Opening Hours: 11:30 AM – 11 PM
Address: 1F & 2F, 2-11-4 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0032
Cost: ~5,000 yen per pax
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8. Hide Nishi-Azabu
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Just a two-minute walk from the Nishiazabu intersection, Edo Cuisine Hide Nishi-Azabu is committed to serving dishes with traditional ingredients grown around Tokyo or caught in Tokyo’s waters.
It is also the first restaurant to have received a halal certification from the famous Emirates Halal Center of the United Arab Emirates, meaning that all dishes on the menu are both authentically and traditionally Japanese and halal. The most iconic dish at Edo Cuisine Hide Nishi-Azabu is ‘Shabu-Suki’, a creation of thinly-sliced meat being dipped into flavourful soup stock until it’s cooked. Couple with other classic creations, such as Tempura or fish dishes, all courses are served in the ‘Shabu-Suki’ course and are prepared with fresh ingredients of the day.
For those who are craving the ever-famous Kobe beef, the restaurant serves a halal Kobe beef plan to tickle your taste buds with superb beefy creations, Sashimi, and fish dishes as well.
Disclaimer: While Edo Cuisine Hide Nishi-Azabu does serve alcohol, they have special halal glasses that never come in contact with any kind of non-halal beverage.
Opening Hours: 6 PM – 1 AM
Address: 2-25-24 Nishiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0031
Cost: 10,000 yen for Shabu-Suki course, 30,000 yen for Kobe beef plan
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Get Ready To Fill Your Bellies In Tokyo With This Halal Food Guide!
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