Muslim-friendly Japanese meal in Shibuya.
Although there are more and more restaurants offering Halal dining in Japan, most of them do not serve authentic Japanese cuisine. Many are Indian, Pakistani, or Turkish, which may be disappointing for those seeking a true Japanese dining experience.
But did you know that there is now a Japanese restaurant offering an authentic Japanese dining experience, with an entirely Muslim-friendly menu? The restaurant is located in the heart of Shibuya and is called Gohan Cafe!
Where is the restaurant located?
Gohanya-Cafe is a newly opened Muslim-friendly restaurant located inside the PARCO shopping mall. It is situated on the G2 floor and is less crowded compared to other areas in Shibuya. The restaurant offers a casual yet cozy ambiance.
As mentioned, the restaurant offers an entirely Muslim-friendly menu, so Muslims do not have to worry about which dishes are suitable to eat, which is pretty rare in Japanese Muslim-friendly restaurants.
There is also Kiwamiya restaurant that offers Muslim-friendly meals. Don’t forget to mention that you are looking for a Muslim-friendly meals to ensure they prepare a halal meat and Halal-only hot grill.
How is their meal and price?
Considering the restaurant is located in Shibuya and offers Muslim-friendly Japanese food, many might assume the prices are high. While the prices are slightly higher than those of regular Japanese restaurants, the menu is still affordable, with set meals starting at 1,500 yen (about 10 USD as of 2025)!
The menu is not only designed for tourists but also for regular Japanese customers. While there is a Halal logo at the restaurant entrance, many local Japanese people were dining there as well.
The menu offers a wide variety of traditional Japanese dishes, such as Karaage fried chicken and grilled items. Considering that they use only Halal-certified miso paste and Muslim-friendly pickles, the price is definitely worth it.
Most importantly, the quality is excellent. It is just like any other high-quality Japanese restaurant, and you cannot tell that the dishes are made with only Muslim-friendly ingredients.
Details of the restaurant
It is always better to make a reservation, as the restaurant can be closed on your day of visit. The restaurant is also welcome to accept a big group, up to 20 people at a time.
Name: Gohan Cafe (ごはんcafe)
Genre: Japanese
Address: G2 Flr., Seibu Shibuya, 1-21 Utagawa cho, Shibuya Ward, Tokyo 東京都渋谷区宇田川町21-1 西武渋谷店 B2階
Opening hours: 11:00-16:00, 17:00-21:00 on weekdays, 11:00-21:00 for weekends and holidays