New Halal-Friendly Sukiyaki Experience Launched at Chikayo Restaurant

Halal-Friendly Sukiyaki at Chikayo Restaurant

The restaurant "Sukiyaki Chikayo," operated by YT&H Co., Ltd. in Tokyo, Japan, is set to unveil a brand new menu item, "Halal Sukiyaki," starting from May 13, 2025. This innovative dish caters to Muslim travelers visiting Japan, ensuring they can enjoy a safe and scrumptious dining experience.

A Unique Culinary Experience

Sukiyaki Chikayo takes pride in their unique approach to sukiyaki, focusing exclusively on meat without the inclusion of vegetables. This distinguishes them in the competitive culinary landscape. The dish is crafted using only halal-certified Wagyu beef from the Tajima breed, specifically the highly sought-after "Sawai Hime Wagyu," paired with halal soy sauce. Notably, the preparation omits pork and alcohol altogether which makes it 100% halal-friendly.

Traditional Touch

The founder of Chikayo, Yuya Fujiwara, has dedicated this dish to the traditional recipe passed down from his mother, Chikayo. The flavor profile relies solely on sugar and soy sauce, creating a simple yet profound taste that emphasizes the natural umami of the beef. This traditional method ensures that each bite of sukiyaki maximizes flavor while respecting the halal dietary restrictions.

Catering to Muslim Travelers

The demand for halal offerings has been rising steadily in Japan, particularly among visiting Muslims. In response, Chikayo is embarking on an initiative to make their unique sukiyaki experience accessible. Here’s how they ensure halal compliance:

- Premium Halal Wagyu:

Utilizes Sawai Hime Wagyu, which is bred under strict halal conditions at a facility certified by the Islamic Center Japan. With very few heads raised in Japan, it represents a rare and exquisite flavor.

- Strictly Halal Ingredients:

The only ingredients employed in this dish are halal soy sauce and sugar, completely eliminating any non-halal elements.

- Live Cooking Experience:

Customers will experience personalized cooking as dedicated staff prepare each serving in front of them using unique pots and utensils, handled exclusively for the halal menu.

It is worth noting that while Chikayo strives for halal-friendly practices, it is not a fully halal-certified establishment. Instead, it aims to cater thoughtfully to Muslim customers with this new offering.

New Menu Overview

HALAL WAGYU Sukiyaki Set

Price: ¥5,980 (tax included)
Using premium halal Wagyu or A4-A5 ranked Omi beef, this set includes:

- Halal Wagyu (A4-A5 Rank Omi Beef)
- Rice
- Egg
- Pickles (may be non-halal)
- Miso soup (all halal-compliant)

Note: Menu items are subject to seasonal and availability changes.

Location and Launch

- Launch Date: May 13, 2025
- Available Locations:

- Yokohama Store: Kanagawa Prefecture, Fujisawa City, Katasekaigan 2-9-4
- Shibuya Store: Tokyo, Shibuya City, Dogenzaka 1-16-15, Opera House Shibuya 1F

Both locations will offer the new halal-friendly sukiyaki on the same day, welcoming diners with an English and Japanese menu.

Contact and Inquiry

For media representatives, travel media, and Muslim influencers, Chikayo prepares to offer a selection of menu photos, restaurant imagery, and halal cooking scene images, as well as English-language materials upon request.

For further information, inquiries can be directed to:
YT&H Co., Ltd.
Address: 1F, Opera House Shibuya, 1-16-15 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0043
Contact: Takashi Hatano (Public Relations Manager)
Phone: 080-0899-6902
Email: takashi@ytandh.com