Finding Halal Souvenirs in New Chitose Airport, Hokkaido
Hokkaido is one of the most popular destinations in Japan.
From beautiful nature and snowy landscapes to fresh seafood, dairy products, chocolate, and famous local sweets, there are plenty of things to enjoy—and plenty of souvenirs to take home.
For many Muslim travelers, however, there is one question:
Can you buy Halal souvenirs at New Chitose Airport?
The short answer is:
There are a few options, but they are very limited.
Can You Buy Halal Souvenirs at New Chitose Airport?
We visited New Chitose Airport and checked the souvenir shops in both the domestic and international terminals in September 2026.
We found a few products that may be suitable for Muslim travelers, including some ROYCE’ products without alcohol and Pringles, depending on the product and flavor.
However, that was about it.
We did not find any other souvenirs with a Halal certification mark.
There is also no dedicated Halal souvenir corner, either in the domestic terminal or the international terminal.
Considering the fact that Hokkaido is visited by more than 100,000 Muslim visitors a year, the environment is still not fully comfortable for many visitors.
So if you are looking for a wider selection of Halal-certified Hokkaido souvenirs, New Chitose Airport may not be the easiest place to shop.
Some Muslim-Friendly Products Are Avaialble
ROYCE
ROYCE’ is one of Hokkaido’s most famous chocolate brands.
Some ROYCE’ products do not contain alcohol and may be suitable for Muslim travelers. We have also confirmed that their Muslim-friendly products are sold in Malaysia, where one of the strictest halal standards are applied.
However, not all ROYCE’ products are the same, and some of them contain liquor for flavoring.
Always check the ingredients of the specific product before buying.
ROYCE’ products sold in Japan are also not Halal-certified, only some of them are Muslim-friendly.
Pringles
Pringles can also be an option for Muslim travelers. Some of the Pringles are produced in Malaysia and they are imported in Japan. Some of them are probably not Halla-certified, howeevr, they are one of the safest chips that we can get in Japan.
However, ingredients differ between flavors, so check the package before purchasing. And most importantly, we understand that most visitors may rather want to try Japanese-made potato chips than imported international brands.
Again, these products are not Halal-certified simply because they do not contain an obvious prohibited ingredient. Finding another attractive Japanese product is a different story.
Why Is It Difficult to Find Halal Souvenirs?
Hokkaido has an enormous selection of sweets and snacks.
But most Japanese souvenirs are made for the general market, not specifically for Muslim travelers.
Some products may contain ingredients such as:
- Alcohol
- Mirin
- Alcohol-based flavorings
Even when a product looks simple, you may need to check the Japanese ingredient label carefully.
For travelers who do not read Japanese, this can be especially difficult, especially if the product contains Japanese specific ingredients or if you are looking for a strict halal diet and contamination is not acceptable.
🛍️ Looking for More Halal Souvenirs in Hokkaido?
This is why we opened a Halal souvenir shop in Sapporo.
We wanted to create a place where Muslim travelers can find Hokkaido souvenirs without having to search through hundreds of products and check every ingredient label themselves.
At our shop, you can find a selection of:
- Halal food
- Muslim-friendly snacks
- Hokkaido souvenirs
- Japanese gifts
We select products with Muslim travelers in mind and are happy to explain the ingredients and product information.
Name: Muslim Visitor Center Sapporo
Address: 72 (7th floor) 1-13 Kentaku bldg.29, Minami 2jo Nishi 9 chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
Business hours: By appointment only, DM through Instagram
Halal Japan Trip Consultation, Halal Souvenirs, Prayer space (no wudu)
Access: 3 minute-walk from Nishi 11chome station or 10 minutes from city center
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Traveling to Hokkaido as a Muslim?
We also provide Muslim-friendly travel support in Hokkaido and throughout Japan.
We can help with:
- Halal restaurants
- Prayer spaces
- Muslim-friendly tours
- Private tours
- Travel planning
👉 Explore our Muslim-friendly tours in Japan
Enjoy Hokkaido—and take a little piece of Japan home with you.
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