
      
      <h2>Is it difficult to get Halal food in Japan?</h2>
      <p>In recent years, the number of Muslims living in Japan has increased dramatically, and Japanese people have begun to value the diversity of food culture.</p>
      
      <p>We are also seeing an increase in vegan restaurants and casual eateries labeling their food as Halal.</p>
      
      <h2>What is the reality of halal food stores in Japan?</h2>
      
      <h3>The reality in urban areas</h3>
      <p>In big cities such as Tokyo and Osaka, there are many restaurants and supermarkets that sell halal foods.</p>
      
      <p>Gyomu Super in particular carries a large selection of halal foods.</p>
      
      <p>Additionally, casual restaurant chains such as Sushiro and other Kaitenzushi (conveyor belt sushi restaurants) display the allergens list, not the ingredient list. You can use the allergens list to know if pork, gelatin..etc is used. However, alcohol and mirin are not listed, so you should confirm with the staff verbally if you want to make sure.</p>
      
      <p>In big cities, we recommend using a halal map app or searching for halal grocery stores on social media.</p>
      
      <h3>The reality in rural areas</h3>
      <p>In rural areas, there are fewer halal food stores and restaurants than in urban areas.</p>
      
      <p>If you are eating out in the countryside, it is a good idea to visit a Japanese restaurant that is more likely to not use meat or alcohol. It is also recommended to go to a restaurant that caters to vegetarians and vegans.</p>
      
      <img src="/static/images/blogs/how_to_find_halal_food_in_japan_1.webp" alt="How to Find Halal Food in Japan" style="display: block; margin: 24px auto; border-radius: 12px; max-width: 100%; height: auto;" />

      <p>In rural areas, it is a good idea to translate the ingredients at convenience stores and supermarkets. You can also use online stores that deliver nationwide in Japan.</p>
      
      <h2>How to find halal food in Japan?</h2>
      <p>Here are four ways to find halal foods. The HaloDish application allows you to perform all four of these methods!</p>
      
      <h3>1. Translate ingredients</h3>
      <p>If you want to check ingredients at convenience stores or supermarkets, use HaloDish's halal check feature!</p>
      
      <p>Simply take a picture of the ingredients column and upload it to instantly check if the food is halal or not!</p>
      
      <p>Google's camera translation function can also translate instantly.</p>
      
      <h3>2. Use a halal map app</h3>
      <p>It is highly recommended to use a map application with information on halal restaurants and halal grocery stores.</p>
      
      <p>The HaloDish app allows you to filter your search by conditions such as pork free and halal certified to find the right halal restaurant for you.</p>
      
      <h3>3. Use social media to gather information</h3>
      <p>On Instagram, you can find social networking accounts with halal information.</p>
      
      <p>The HaloDish account on Instagram provides information on halal restaurants, halal foods available at convenience stores, eating etiquette in Japan, and much more!</p>
      
      <h3>4. Use halal online stores</h3>
      <p>Online stores make it easy and reliable to get the halal food you want.</p>
      
      <p>Try HaloDish's online store!!</p>
      
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        <h4>Let's use HaloDish!</h4>
        <p>The HaloDish app offers a variety of useful features:</p>
        <ul>
          <li>Instantly translates ingredients into Japanese</li>
          <li>Find nearby halal restaurants and mosques</li>
          <li>Shop for halal food products online</li>
        </ul>
        <p>Download it now and give it a try!</p>
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In recent years, the number of Muslims living in Japan has increased dramatically, and Japanese people have begun to value the diversity of food culture. We are also seeing an increase in vegan restaurants and casual eateries labeling their food as Halal.

How to Find Halal Food in Japan?


      <p>If you're visiting Osaka, you've probably heard about Takoyaki, those little round balls filled with octopus. They're crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and super popular all over Japan, especially in Osaka. It's one of the must-try street foods!</p>
      
      <p>But if you're Muslim, you might be wondering: Can I eat Takoyaki in Japan? Is it halal?</p>
      
      <img src="/static/images/blogs/halal_takoyaki_in_osaka_1.webp" alt="Halal Takoyaki in Osaka" style="display: block; margin: 24px auto; border-radius: 12px; max-width: 100%; height: auto;" />
      
      <h2>First, What's Takoyaki?</h2>
      <p>Takoyaki (たこ焼き) is a famous Japanese snack made from a batter filled with small pieces of octopus, green onions, and pickled ginger. It's cooked in a special pan that gives it a round shape. After cooking, it's usually topped with a savory brown sauce, mayonnaise, dried bonito flakes (katsuobushi かつお節), and seaweed (aonori 青のり).</p>
      
      <h2>Is Takoyaki Halal?</h2>
      <p>The octopus and batter are usually okay, but the sauce can be a problem. Many Takoyaki sauces contain mirin (a sweet cooking wine) or other alcohol-based ingredients, which aren't halal.</p>
      
      <p>So even though the main ingredients are generally halal, the sauce is what you need to check. Some places may offer Muslim-friendly sauces.</p>
      
      <p><strong>Tip:</strong> Always ask the staff if the sauce has alcohol or mirin. You can say: "このソースにみりんやお酒は入っていますか？" (Kono so-su ni mirin ya osake wa haitteimasu ka?) which means "Does this sauce contain mirin or alcohol?"</p>
      
      <h2>Halal and Muslim-Friendly Takoyaki Spots in Osaka</h2>
      <p>Here are a few places where you can enjoy Takoyaki with peace of mind:</p>
      
      <h3>1. Halal Honolu Grande Shinsaibashi</h3>
      <p>This place is known for its halal ramen, but they also serve halal Takoyaki! They use ingredients that follow halal guidelines. It's also easy to reach from Shinsaibashi Station.</p>
      <p><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/4TQh3J87vyYSfsJE6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">View on Google Maps</a></p>
      
      <h3>2. Matsuri</h3>
      <p>Matsuri is a popular halal restaurant in Osaka. They have lots of halal Japanese dishes, including Takoyaki that you can enjoy without worrying about the ingredients.</p>
      <p><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/oZseNFjPJPGzypoN7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">View on Google Maps</a></p>
      
      <h3>3. Creo-Ru Takoyaki & Okonomiyaki Dotonbori</h3>
      <p>This one is in the famous Dotonbori area, and it's super popular with tourists. While not halal-certified, they offer Takoyaki with Muslim-friendly sauce, so don't forget to ask the staff about it.</p>
      <p><a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/fVmciwXfLEogdqfd6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">View on Google Maps</a></p>
      
      <h2>In Conclusion</h2>
      <p>You can eat Takoyaki in Osaka as a Muslim, you just need to be a little careful about the sauce. As more halal and Muslim-friendly restaurants open in Japan, enjoying local foods like Takoyaki is becoming easier.</p>
      
      <p>Have you tried halal Takoyaki in Japan before? Share your experience in the comments!</p>
    

If you're visiting Osaka, you've probably heard about Takoyaki, those little round balls filled with octopus. They're crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and super popular all over Japan, especially in Osaka. But if you're Muslim, you might be wondering: Can I eat Takoyaki in Japan? Is it halal?

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