Am Halal Asian Cafeteria Opens at Kanda University of International Studies

By A.Shugo on Wednesday October 8th, 2014 in Restaurant

I visited the “Shokujin” Asian cafeteria at the Kanda University of International Studies during the weekend when it is opened to the public. Shokujin was packed with foreign customers and I felt immersed in an exotic atmosphere, completely unlike that of Japan. 7 dishes were available, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Thai, Indonesian, Halal, and a kids’ meal. Lunch, served with dessert and noodles, will only set you back 1,000 yen. It was quite delicious and the serving size was perfect.

the "Shokushin" Asian cafeteria at the Kanda University of International Studies — the “Shokujin” Asian cafeteria at the Kanda University of International Studies

The “Shokujin” Asian cafeteria is the first student cafeteria in Japan to acquire “Muslim Friendly Halal certification” from the NAHA (Nippon Asia Halal Association).

Broth is used, as alcohol is contained in soy sauce, vegetable oil is used for frying, and mirin is not used. Of course they don’t use pork, and the cooking process is strictly managed. The cookware and tableware provided to customers enjoying the Halal meal is only used with Halal items, and Halal foods are also stored in separate areas.