When Tokyo comes to mind, we’ll think of the buzzing city life and the delectable Japanese cuisine.
Contrary to popular belief, Tokyo is home to an active Muslim community that has helped pave the way for a growing number of Halal-friendly restaurants.
Whether you’re Muslim or not, we believe there’s definitely something on our list that would swoon your heart enough to plan a trip to Tokyo soon!
Sushi
Although seafood is Halal, sometimes Japanese rice can contain sake, or there might be cross-contamination with non-Halal meat in sushi restaurants.
To make life easier, we’ve rounded up three Halal-friendly sushi spots to hit your cravings: Asakusa Sushi Ken, Fujiyama Tokyo, and Sushi Zenmai.
Asakusa Sushi Ken
Top of the list is Asakusa Sushi Ken, located in Asakusa itself. They offer a variety of sushi, and their best seller is the Standard Sushi Set, which costs ¥1,800 (~S$15) and includes nine Nigiri and one Tamago sushi.
The larger size costs ¥3,000 (~S$25), 1.5 times bigger than the standard set. If you’re a big sushi lover, upgrading to the larger size is too great a deal to pass up.
Asakusa Sushi Ken
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📍 111-0032 Tokyo, Taito City, Asakusa, 2-11-4
🕒 11.30am–11.30pm (Mon to Sat), 11.30am–10pm (Sun & Public Holidays)
FUJIYAMA TOKYO
Another spot is FUJIYAMA TOKYO, located in Shinjuku. Amongst their list of sushi, we recommend trying the FujiYama Sushi for ¥1,749 (S$14.70).
For less than S$20, you’ll be getting four oversized Nigiri sushi of about 20cm, topped with toro salmon, tuna, tamago, and roast beef. Sounds like every sushi lover’s dream!
FUJIYAMA TOKYO
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📍 160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, 5-15-2
🕒 5pm–12am (Mon to Fri), 11am–11pm (Sat to Sun)
Sushi Zanmai
Check out Sushi Zanmai, specifically towards their Mawari Tsukiji branch, for the Halal-friendly experience. The sushi is approximately ¥300 each (~S$2.50) for, while lunch sets range from ¥1,000–¥2,000 (~S$8–S$16).
Across their sushi menu, we recommend trying their Wagyu Sushi or Toro Tuna Nigiri sushi.
Sushi Zanmai
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📍 104-0045 Tokyo, Tsukiji, Chuo City, 4-10-2
🕒 11am–11pm (Mon to Fri), 9am–11pm (Sat to Sun)
Ramen
Most ramen spots use pork slices or pork broth, making it tricky for Muslim travellers to enjoy authentic ramen.
But not to worry, we’ve done the legwork and picked our top three halal-friendly ramen spots, so you can slurp a comforting bowl after a day of exploring Tokyo: Wagyu Yakiniku & Ramen Naruto, Wagyu & Vegan Ramen GYUMON Shibuya, and HALAL WAGYU Ramen & Tempura Konoha.
Wagyu Yakiniku & Ramen Naruto
What makes Wagyu Yakiniku & Ramen Naruto different is that they offer a variety of Ramen dishes along with amazing Yakiniku sets that customers can choose from.
Their best-seller is the Wagyu Ramen made with Beef Broth and slices of Wagyu Beef. Overall, the prices aren’t available online, but based on social media, we noticed that it’s approximately ¥3,000 to ¥4,000 (~S$25 to S$33).
Wagyu Yakiniku & Ramen Naruto
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📍 150-0042 Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawacho, 13−8 Chitosekaikan 2F
🕒 12pm–11.30pm (Mon), 12pm–11pm (Tue to Sun)
Wagyu & Vegan Ramen GYUMON Shibuya
When you’re in Shibuya looking for a place to pray, Wagyu & Vegan Ramen GYUMON Shibuya is your one-stop wonder—aside from the prayer room that they have for Muslim guests, they also offer a wide variety of Ramen dishes too.
Their signature dish is the Wagyu White Broth Ramen, priced at ¥1,380 (~S$11.60).
Wagyu & Vegan Ramen GYUMON Shibuya
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📍 150-0042 Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawacho, 24−6 Shibuya-Building 5F
🕒 12pm–11.30pm (Daily)
HALAL WAGYU Ramen & Tempura Konoha
Enjoy some cosy and comforting ramen at HALAL WAGYU Ramen & Tempura Konoha.
If you’re feeling boujee for the day, you definitely should opt for their Wagyu Ramen topped with A5 Wagyu beef.
Due to the premium meat selection, the price is slightly higher than ¥2,000 (~S$16.83), making this spot the most expensive among the three ramen spots we’ve found thus far.
HALAL WAGYU Ramen & Tempura Konoha
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📍 101-0044 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Kajicho, 1-6-1, 1F
🕒 12pm–10.30pm (Daily)
Hotpot
Visiting Tokyo during the autumn to winter season is purely magical, and what better way to enjoy the cold weather than over a hotpot?
We’ve shortlisted these three Halal-friendly hotpot places that will blow your mind: SUKIYAKI Restaurant Diyafa, Shabu Shabu Shoutaian, and Hanasaka Ji-san.
SUKIYAKI Restaurant Diyafa
After you’re done sightseeing at Tokyo Tower and Zojoji Temple, take a 10-minute stroll to SUKIYAKI Restaurant Diyafa.
They pride themselves on Halal A5 wagyu beef that customers can savour and enjoy in a traditional Japanese setting. Their signature course is the Halal Wagyu Sukiyaki Course, which consists of 120g of Wagyu meat.
Prices are ¥18,000 (~S$151) per person, but honestly? It’s worth the experience.
Sukiyaki Restaurant Diyafa
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📍 105-0014 Tokyo, Minato City, Shiba,2-18-4 NO Building 2F
🕒 11.30am–10pm (Mon to Fri)
Shabu Shabu Shoutaian
Tucked in the Ikebukuro district, you’ll find Shabu Shabu Shoutaian, which offers an elegant dining experience with Halal-certified A5 Wagyu beef.
Customers can enjoy the shabu shabu experience with a light, flavourful broth that elevates the thinly sliced beef. Prices are by sets, ranging from ¥5,980 to ¥9,780 (~S$50 to S$82).
Do take note of their Lunch period from 11am to 3pm and Dinner period from 5pm to 10pm daily.
Shabu Shabu Shoutaian
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📍 171-0022 Tokyo, Toshima City, Minamiikebukuro, 1-28-1 Yodobashi HD Building 8F
🕒 11am–10pm (Daily)
Hanasaka Ji-san
Just a minute walk away from Shibuya Station, visit Hanasaka Ji-san restaurant for their quality beef. If you’re visiting on weekdays, do take note of their Lunch and Dinner timings too. Lunch starts from 11.30am to 3pm, while dinner begins from 5pm to 12am.
They also offer Halal-certified Wagyu beef, and customers can enjoy the shabu shabu course along with vegetarian-friendly sides.
Prices are between ¥4,000 to ¥15,000 (S$33 to S$126) per course.
Hanasaka Ji-san
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📍 150-0031 Tokyo, Shibuya, Sakuragaoka, Sakura Building 3-22 B1F
🕒 11.30am–12am (Mon to Sat), 11.30am–11pm (Sun)
Tempura
Get your daily dose of deep-fried tempura at these three Halal-friendly spots we’ve found: Tendon Itsuki Ginza, Tokitarazu, and Tempura Asakusa SAKURA.
Tendon Itsuki, Ginza
Amongst the shopping areas of Ginza is where you’ll find the popular Tendon Itsuki restaurant. They offer a mix of vegetarian and Halal-certified dishes for their customers.
Their best-seller is the Tendon Tempura Rice Bowl, which comprises two large shrimps, two chicken pieces, four seasonal vegetables, chawanmushi & miso soup.
It goes for ¥1,600 (~S$13.46) for the Tendon Tempura Rice Bowl set, and a top-up of approximately ¥1,500 (~S$12.60) for the premium version with Crab or Eel.
Tendon Itsuki Ginza
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📍 104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, INZ 1, 3-1 2F
🕒 11am–11.15pm (Daily)
Tokitarazu
Tokitarazu is located conveniently near the Hiroo Station along the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line. Among the entire list, we believe this restaurant has the most interesting concept.
Split into two floors, customers on the Ground Floor can experience either Lunch or Dinner sessions. Whereas the Second Floor is exclusively for customers who opted for the multi-course with Tuna and seasonal cuisine course. It’s priced at ¥9,350 (~S$78) per person.
Available dishes that customers can enjoy are rice bowls, soups, and more. Prices start from ¥110 (~S$0.93) for the sides, and ¥1,320 (S$11) for the Lunch or Dinner sets.
Tokitarazu
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📍 150-0012 Tokyo, Hiroo, Shibuya, 1-4-10
🕒 11.30am–11pm (Daily)
Tempura Asakusa SAKURA
Their popular dish is the SAKURA Seafood Tempura Bowl, which goes for ¥3,800 (~S$32).
Another signature that we recommend opting for is the SAKURA Omakase Tempura Course, which features a mix of 14 different tempura choices, at just ~ ¥7,800 (~S$65)
Tempura Asakusa SAKURA
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📍 111-0034 Tokyo, Taito City, Kaminarimon, 2−18−16 THE CITY 7F
🕒 12pm–8.30pm (Daily)
Katsu Don
Katsu Don, which refers to Pork Cutlet Rice Bowl, is a staple for the Japanese. With the ever-growing Muslim community in Tokyo, there have been more Halal Katsu Don stores for all to try.
We’ve finalised the list with these three Halal-friendly restaurants that you’ll enjoy your fill at: Kimukatsu Hanare, NikoNiko Mazemen & Curry, and Halal Japanese Yoshi’s Passion.
Kimukatsu Hanare
Kimukatsu Hanare has a mix of non-Halal and Halal menu sets—so you can be assured that the Halal Menu tastes just as authentic as any non-Halal spots!
They’re known for their Halal layered cutlet that doesn’t use pork. However, their prices are not available online. So, based on their non-Halal branches’ menu, the Cutlet Set is approximately ¥1,980 (~S$16).
Kimukatsu Hanare
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📍 105-0022 Tokyo, Minato City, Kaigan, 1−2−3 Shinodome Shiba Rikyu B-105A
🕒 11am–10pm (Daily)
NikoNiko Mazemen & Curry
NikoNiko Mazemen & Curry steers away from the traditional Japanese curry rice style. Instead, its menu offers a nice blend of Japanese and Sri Lankan influences.
Signature dishes include Potage Curry Men ¥1,400 (~S$11.78), which is made out of vegetable-pureed curry sauce with noodles.
They also have the standard Chicken Cutlet Curry going for ¥1,450 (~S$12.20) that people might be more familiar with.
Do take note that they only accept cash payment, so prepare extra Japanese Yen notes ahead of time.
NikoNiko Mazemen & Curry
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📍 101-004 Tokyo, Kanda Sudacho, Chiyoda City, 12-15-1
🕒 11.30am–10pm (Daily)
Halal Japanese Curry Yoshi’s Passion
Halal Japanese Curry Yoshi’s Passion offers a variety of curry rice sets, from the standard Plain Curry to the most premium Wagyu Beef Cutlet Set.
In terms of protein options, they have prawn, chicken, beef, and even mutton available. And for the price range, it’s between ¥2,000 to ¥6,500 (~S$16.82 to S$54.66).
Halal Japanese Curry Yoshi’s Passion
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📍 111-0032 Tokyo, Asakusa, Taito City, 3-22-1
🕒 11am–10pm (Daily)
We hope this list of must-visit Halal restaurants in Tokyo makes you eager to book your flight tickets soon!
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