Menu developmentHow to Create a Muslim-Friendly Menu [For Restaurants]
Many restaurant owners feel, "I want to create a Muslim-friendly menu, but I don't know where to start." The truth is, you don't need to change your entire menu. Just...
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Ingredients and SourcingHow to Choose Commercial Halal Soy Sauce (Kikkoman, etc.)
Many restaurants struggle with choosing the right soy sauce when creating Halal-friendly menus. In fact, regular soy sauce is not Halal-compliant because alcohol is produced during its manufacturing process. However,...
Ingredients/SourcingWhere to Source Halal-Certified Meat for Commercial Use? A Guide to Choosing Chicken and Wagyu
"I want to create a Halal-compliant menu, but I don't know where to source meat" - This is one of the first hurdles restaurants face when attempting to go Halal....
Menu developmentSummary of Halal Alternatives for Mirin and Cooking Sake
When creating halal-compliant menus, many restaurants first encounter difficulties with mirin and cooking sake. While these are essential for adding umami and gloss to Japanese cuisine, both contain alcohol and...
Halal Fundamentals and CertificationWhat's the difference between Halal and Muslim-friendly? What restaurants need to know.
Malaysia, Indonesia, the Middle East... Have you noticed an increasing number of tourists from these countries near your establishment? In January 2025, the number of visitors to Japan from Malaysia...
Market TrendsThe number of Muslim visitors to Japan is rapidly increasing. Is your establishment ready to accommodate them?
Malaysia, Indonesia, the Middle East... Have you noticed the increasing number of tourists from these countries visiting your establishment? In January 2025, visitors from Malaysia increased by 133.8% compared to...
In-store supportWill Halal-Friendly Options Change Your Sales? Summary of Benefits for Restaurants
"Does halal certification just add costs without increasing sales?" Many restaurant owners share this concern. However, the numbers clearly show the answer.In 2024, inbound tourists are projected to spend approximately...
Market trendsAre you missing out on inbound demand? We recommend Halal-friendly services.
After the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of foreign tourists visiting Japan is recovering rapidly. However, while "inbound tourism response" often focuses on multilingual menus and cashless payments, many businesses still...
Halal Basics and CertificationHalal Certification Acquisition Roadmap: Why Is It Necessary? Cost, Timeline, and Process Explained
Simply adding the line "Halal certified" to materials shown to overseas buyers can change the dynamic of business negotiations – this scenario has certainly become more common in recent years....
Halal Basics and CertificationWhat is Halal? A Basic Guide for Non-Muslims
The global Muslim population continues to grow, projected to reach approximately 30% of the total world population by 2030. Simultaneously, in Japan, the diversification of inbound tourists and the expansion...
Halal Basics and CertificationCommon Misconceptions About Halal Q&A｜Demystifying Soy Sauce Alcohol and Muslim-Friendly Menus
In our daily work, we often hear questions like, "What's the real deal with Halal?" or "Soy sauce contains alcohol, is that okay?" Halal is one of those topics where...