As a travel agency, we receive many inquiries about Halal hotels in Japan. While the number of Halal lunch and dinner restaurants is on the rise, options for Halal breakfasts are still quite limited. Travelers often find themselves choosing only from fruits or bread.
Henn na Hotel Asakusabashi, a hotel chain growing in popularity across Japan, is one of our top recommendations for Muslim travelers looking for budget-friendly accommodations. Let’s take a look at why this hotel is a favorite among many today.
Why Henn na Hotel Asakusabashi is good for Muslim travelers?
Henn na Hotel, which literally means “Weird Hotel” in Japanese, is quite popular. Each location has its own unique features, but what surprises travelers the most is the “robot reception.”
When guests enter the hotel, they are welcomed and checked in by robots. Henn na Hotel holds the Guinness World Record as the first hotel in the world to be staffed by robots.
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The hotel does not officially call them as Muslim-friendly, but we have a reason why it is a good option for Muslims. That is because of their restaurant located on the ground floor called Ganga.
As you can tell from the name, it is an Indian restaurant and their menu is completely Halal!
What does Ganga restaurant offer for customers?
Many of you might wonder if the restaurant only serves Indian food, as it’s not the most common option when traveling to Japan. Don’t worry—the restaurant actually offers a breakfast buffet in the morning that features a mix of Indian and Japanese dishes!
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The buffet is available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM, giving guests the flexibility to enjoy breakfast at their convenience.
Pricing is as follows:
Adults (12 years and older): ¥2,000
Children (ages 6–11): ¥1,000
Children under 5: Free
Considering that few hotels in Japan offer Halal breakfast options, Henn na Hotel Asakusabashi is a great choice for travelers looking for both variety and dietary accommodation.
The hotel price depends on the season and availability, but the starting price is approximately 9,000 yen per person when shared by 2 people, which is pretty reasonable as a hotel in Tokyo area.
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Details of the hotel
The hotel does not officially label itself as “Muslim-friendly,” so it does not provide amenities such as a Qibla compass or prayer mat. However, its convenient location in the Asakusa area—a top tourist destination often visited first by foreign travelers—makes it a practical choice.
Name: Henn na Hotel Asakusabashi Address: 5-10-1 Asakusabashi, Taito Ward, Tokyo 111-0053東京都台東区浅草橋1-10-5 Tel: 050-5894-3780
Be sure to select the breakfast option when making your reservation to enjoy the buffet during your stay.