Halal Restaurants in Hokkaido: Best Muslim-Friendly Dining Guide

Halal Restaurants in Hokkaido: Best Muslim-Friendly Dining Guide (2025)

Halal Restaurants in Hokkaido: Complete Guide for Muslim Travelers

Hokkaido is one of Japan’s most beautiful destinations, famous for its fresh seafood, dairy products, and stunning seasonal landscapes. For Muslim travelers, finding halal food can be a concern—but the good news is that halal restaurants in Hokkaido are increasing every year, especially in popular tourist cities like Sapporo, Otaru, and Asahikawa.

This guide introduces the best halal and Muslim-friendly restaurants in Hokkaido, along with practical tips to help you enjoy your trip with peace of mind. src

Halal Food in Hokkaido: What Muslim Travelers Should Know

Before exploring the restaurant list, it’s helpful to understand how halal dining works in Hokkaido:
Fully halal-certified restaurants are limited but growing

Many eateries are Muslim-friendly (no pork, no alcohol, or halal meat upon request)

Some restaurants are run by Muslim owners, ensuring higher trust

Vegetarian and seafood-based dishes are common and easier to find

💡 Always confirm ingredients and cooking methods when visiting non-certified restaurants.

If you need help arranging private tour in Hokkaido, you can use our trip planner! or contact us directly. Feel free to ask us any question, specially if it is your first time visiting Hokkaido.

L’Espérance

Vegetarian, French

English-menu; Serve Vegetarian

Kokaku

Chinese

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian

Donburi Chaya Nijo Market

Japanese, Seafood

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian

Four Season

Japanese/ Western

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian; Prayer space

Fugetsu “Tanuki Koji”

Okonomiyaki/ Teppanyaki

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian; Prayer space

Fukunoki

Japanese Fusion

English Menu; Serve Vegetarian; Does Not Serve Alcohol

Garden Dining Waraku

Japanese

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian

Bettei Nakajima

Japanese/ Seafood

English Menu; Serve Vegetarian; Prayer space

Houryu Ramen

Ramen

Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian; Does Not Serve Alcohol

Ichiryuan

Ramen

English Menu; Serve Vegetarian

Jyoti

Indian

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian

Kirin Beer Garden Honkan

BBQ

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat

Mirch

Indian

Muslim Owner; Muslim Chef; English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian

Northern Terrace Diner

Western/ Japanese

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian

Spice Dining Chandama

Indian

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian; Prayer space

Taj Mahal “Sapporo Factory”

Indian

Muslim Chef; English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian

LALE Turkish Cafe

Turkish

Muslim Owner; Muslim Chef; English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Halal Certified

Halal Wagyu Ramen

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian; Does Not Serve Alcohol; Prayer space; Halal Certified

GYUMON Susukino

Ramen

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian; Halal Certified

Dawat Cafe

Indian; Muslim Owner; Muslim Chef; English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian; Does Not Serve Alcohol

Spice

Indian; Muslim Owner; Muslim Chef; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian

Warung Jawa

Indonesian; Muslim Owner; Muslim Chef; English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian; Does Not Serve Alcohol; Prayer space; Halal Certified

Ammo Night

Pakistan; Muslim Owner; Muslim Chef; English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian; Does Not Serve Alcohol; Prayer space; Halal Certified

JICA Hokkaido Restaurant

International

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian

Juntara Curry

Indian/ Nepali

English Menu; Serve Vegetarian

Daimaru Catering

Japanese bento – delivery only

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian; Does Not Serve Alcohol

The Kebab

Turkish

Muslim Owner; Muslim Chef; English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian

Donburi Chaya Otaru

Japanese, Seafood

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian; Prayer space

Otaru Kourakuen

Japanese

English Menu; Prayer space;

JICA Restaurant “OBICook”

International

Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian

Kani Daisho

Seafood

Serve Halal Meat

Sushi Aikou

Sushi/ Seafood

Serve Halal Meat

Donburi Chaya

Japanese/ Sushi

English Menu; Serve Vegetarian

Thee Tiffin

Indian

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian

Asahikawa Ramen Ichikura

Ramen

Serve Halal Meat

Ramen Yotsuba

Ramen

Serve Vegetarian

Soba Yukiya

Soba

Serve Vegetarian

An Dining

Japanese/ Western

Muslim Chef; English Menu; Serve Vegetarian

Taj Mahal “Niseko Annupuri”

Indian

English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian; Prayer space

Taj Mahal “Kutchan”

Indian

Muslim Chef; English Menu; Serve Halal Meat; Serve Vegetarian

Is Hokkaido Muslim-Friendly?

Yes. While Hokkaido is not as halal-friendly as Tokyo or Osaka, it is one of Japan’s fastest-improving regions for Muslim travelers, especially in Sapporo. Mosques, prayer spaces, and halal restaurants are becoming more accessible each year.

Tips for Finding Halal Food in Hokkaido

  • Look for “Halal,” “Muslim Friendly,” or “No Pork / No Alcohol” signs
  • Use halal food apps like Halal Navi or Muslim Pro
  • Ask restaurant staff politely about ingredients
  • Choose seafood or vegetarian dishes when unsure

If you need help arranging private tour in Hokkaido, you can use our trip planner! or contact us directly. Feel free to ask us any question, specially if it is your first time visiting Hokkaido.