Experiencing Ramadan in Japan: Finding Prayer Spots and Enjoying Iftar Events

For Muslims all around the world, Ramadan is an exceptional month. The changes in ordinary daily activities such as eating and drinking are welcomed with warmth and enthusiasm. This month is also a golden opportunity to immerse oneself in a spiritual journey through prayers.

How to find a prayer spot in Japan?

Finding a prayer spot or Masjid as a Muslim is an integral part of Ramadan. There are several available prayer spots in Japan, based on your location. If you access HaloDish, you can find your nearest prayer spot, as well as Wudu availability. Here's a list of some prayer spots in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.

Prayer spots in Tokyo

1. Otsuka Masjid

Otsuka Masjid is located in Toshima City, Tokyo. Prayer facilities and cultural events are available for locals and visitors. Otsuka Masjid is organising a Ramadan Iftar on the 20th March 2025 featuring traditional dishes from Syria, Malaysia, and Pakistan, from 6:00 to 9:30PM.

Mosque Address: 170-0005 Tokyo, Toshima City, Minamiotsuka, 3 Chome-42-7

2. Tokyo Camii

Built with the support of the Turkish Muslim community, Tokyo Camii is widely known as the biggest mosque in Japan. It is located in Shibuya, Tokyo. You can explore the environment using the HaloDish app to find the nearest Halal restaurants.

On the 9th of march 2025 at 5:30PM, Tokyo Camii is inviting Muslim sisters to a Special Iftar. It is a special chance to meet international sisters around Iftar for free.

Mosque Address: 151-0065 Tokyo, Shibuya, Ōyamachō, 1-19, 2F

Prayer spots in Kyoto

1. Kyoto Central Mosque

This mosque is home to the Muslim community in Kyoto. It has a wide place. Also, it has prayer facilities for both men and women, Wudu spaces, and children's books. Many social activities are also held to support the local Muslim community.

Mosque Address: 66 Tanaka Minamiokubocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8214

2. Kyoto Islamic Culture Center

This mosque is located in north-central Kyoto, about a 15 minutes-walk away from the Imperial Palace. It is open six days a week from Monday to Saturday, from 12PM to 6PM. Community Iftars are held every Friday and Sunday after sunset.

Mosque Address: 92 Miyagaki-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto-Shi

Prayer spots in Osaka

1. Masjid Istiqlal Osaka (MIO)

This mosque opened in 2022. It is located in Nishinari Ward, Osaka. MIO is a welcoming place for many Indonesian Muslims, who come together to practice their faith. Masjid Istiqlal Osaka hosts iftar and suhoor during Ramadan.

Mosque Address: 1 Chome-2-10 Nakahiraki, Nishinari Ward, Osaka, 557-0022

2. Osaka Masjid

Near Hanshin Dekijima Station is located in Osaka Masjid. Wudu and prayer places are available for Muslims. Also, the spaces between men and women are separated. To better your experience, you can find Halal stores near the area using HaloDish. For example, Sitara Halal Restaurant is just a two-minute walk from the Masjid.

Mosque Address: 4-12-16 Owada Nishiyodogawa-ku, Osaka 555-0032 Osaka Prefecture

3. Osaka Ibaraki Mosque

Osaka Ibaraki Mosque is located in Toyokawa, a district within Ibaraki City in Osaka. In Ramadan, you can do "Qiyam al Layl" (prayers of the night), among other activities in the holy last ten days.

Mosque Address: 4-6-13, Osaka, Ibaraki City, Toyokawa

Ramadan in Japan: A Blessed Journey of Faith and Community

Experiencing Ramadan in Japan offers a unique chance to connect with Muslims from around the world, coming together to pray and break fast. With mosques and prayer spaces in cities like Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, along with resources like the HaloDish app for Halal dining options, celebrating Ramadan here is spiritually enriching and socially fulfilling. May this blessed month bring peace and joy to you, and may your prayers be answered.