Finding Truly Delicious Halal (Muslim-Friendly) Food Restaurants in Tokyo!

Hello, this is Tina from Tempura Asakusa SAKURA.

I am an Indonesian Muslim and have been living in Japan for several years.

To help many Muslim travelers visiting Japan enjoy delicious meals without any worries, I would like to introduce the Halal food situation in Japan and the features of our restaurant.

1. Is It Difficult to Find Halal (Muslim-Friendly) food Restaurants in Japan?

In Japan, restaurants that offer Halal food are still quite limited. The percentage of Muslims in Japan is only about 0.2%, so Halal-certified restaurants are very rare.

Finding Halal (Muslim-friendly) restaurants just by walking around is quite challenging.

Therefore, it is very important for Muslim travelers to do some research before coming to Tokyo to ensure they can enjoy their meals safely.

By researching Halal food-friendly restaurants in advance, travelers can reduce worries about meals during their trip in Japan, where the language and culture differ.

Using guides and websites specifically for Muslims, as well as social media, can be very helpful.

2. How to Find Halal (Muslim-Friendly) food Restaurants in Japan?

Many Muslim travelers use Google search and Google Maps to find Halal (Muslim-friendly) restaurants.

Searching with keywords like “Halal restaurant Tokyo” or “Muslim-friendly restaurant Asakusa” helps find Halal-friendly restaurants in the area.

Apps and websites like Halal Navi and Halal Gourmet Japan are also very useful for finding Halal (Muslim-friendly) restaurants in Japan, and many Muslim travelers rely on them.

3. Where to Eat Halal (Muslim-Friendly) Wagyu and Tempura in Tokyo?

Japanese cuisine is popular worldwide, especially among inbound tourists, with sushi, Wagyu beef, ramen, and tempura being favorites.

Naturally, you want to enjoy authentic and delicious Japanese food while in Japan!

However, Halal-certified tempura and ramen shops are particularly limited. For those who want to enjoy Halal Wagyu and tempura in Tokyo, we recommend our restaurant, Tempura Asakusa SAKURA. Asakusa has many tourist spots, making it convenient to visit during sightseeing.

4. Tempura Asakusa SAKURA’s Halal Standards and Muslim-Friendly Services

When you visit Tokyo, where do you go?

Our restaurant, Tempura Asakusa SAKURA, is conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from Kaminarimon in Asakusa, near popular tourist destinations like Ueno, Akihabara, and Tokyo Skytree.

All our menu items are Halal.

We select and prepare ingredients according to strict Halal standards. Although we are awaiting final certification, the preliminary inspection confirmed that there are no issues.

By August 2024, we expect to receive official Halal certification.

We do not use any pork products, and all seasonings and Wagyu beef are Halal.

The batter for our tempura is made from rice flour, making it gluten-free and safe for many customers. Moreover, we fry our tempura in a blend of vegetable oils, including white sesame and canola oils, to achieve a light, crispy texture.

5. Enjoy Tempura at Asakusa’s Top Muslim-Friendly Restaurant

At Tempura Asakusa SAKURA, all staff can speak English, and we have received excellent reviews from foreign visitors.

Recently, we have been featured on Navito_Halal’s Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, gaining support from many followers.

I even appeared on Navito_Halal’s social media, so please check it out!

As of July 2024, our Google Maps rating is 4.9, one of the highest for tempura restaurants in Tokyo.

Many customers have left high praise for our restaurant.

6. Reviews from Muslim Travelers

Reading actual reviews, you will see that not only Muslim travelers but also Japanese people who regularly eat tempura have left many positive comments. Many say it is the best tempura they have ever had, praising the freshness and quality of the ingredients and the excellent service. It is truly remarkable to receive such high praise from Japanese customers!

I feel a great sense of fulfillment in my work whenever I read comments about my service. Here are some secrets behind these positive reviews.

For example, we use the highest quality marbled A5 Wagyu sirloin and live tiger prawns (many tempura restaurants use frozen shrimp) to ensure freshness and high quality. The tempura batter is gluten-free, made from rice flour, ensuring safety for many customers. The tempura is then fried in a blend of vegetable oils, including white sesame and canola oils.

Additionally, we use a special fryer that emits electromagnetic waves to fry our tempura. This method reduces oil absorption by 40% compared to conventional frying, resulting in crispy, light, low-calorie, and healthy tempura (amazing!).

7. Google Maps and Reservation Methods

Click here to view Tempura Asakusa SAKURA on Google Maps.

We recommend making reservations in advance. Reservations can be made on our website under “reserve” or by phone. Especially during busy periods, it is best to book early.

We look forward to your reservations and visits.

I hope this article provides useful information for Muslim travelers visiting Japan, helping them enjoy delicious tempura without worry. We look forward to welcoming you at Tempura Asakusa SAKURA.

⚫︎Click here to check the menu and make a reservation.