Ueno, much like Shin-Okubo, is known as one of Tokyo’s more multicultural areas.
Not only are there many restaurants with diverse atmospheres lined up, but many people who frequent and gather in Ueno are also multinational. Thanks to that, one of Ueno’s charms is the opportunity to encounter restaurants offering cuisine unusual in Japan.
At “SANKYU HALAL JAPANESE FOOD,” you can savor ramen made exclusively with halal-certified ingredients, a rarity in Japan.
“MIX Chicken & Beef（Spicy）” 1,950 JPY (tax included)
One of the few halal-certified ramen restaurants in Tokyo
The ramen at SANKYU HALAL JAPANESE FOOD is made with a broth derived from beef bones, resulting in a light and refreshing flavor. While beef bones can have a distinct aroma, the restaurant’s broth is free from any overpowering scents, thanks to the careful extraction of only the umami.
The soup is paired with beef and chicken chāshū (Japan’s version of char siu).
The beef chashu, in particular, is a time-consuming topping to prepare. It’s first simmered with vegetables, then once again in a soy-based sauce, and finally marinated in a special sauce.
This meticulous preparation takes a total of 15 hours, reflecting the restaurant’s dedication to quality.
The chicken chashu is large and has a tender texture. The slices are thick and juicy, and when their meaty juices and the soup mix in your mouth, it creates an exquisite flavor!
They’re also seared with a burner just before being placed on the ramen, adding a savory aroma to the dish.
The MIX option has both beef and chicken chashu toppings, making it a must-order for those who want to really indulge in their ramen.
Now this is halal ramen! The spicy soup option is highly recommended
At SANKYU HALAL JAPANESE FOOD, you can choose between “Normal” and “Spicy” soup flavors, with “Spicy” being the clear favorite.
It’s topped with ground chicken seasoned with sambal, cumin, sanshō (Japanese pepper), three types of chili peppers, and bay leaves.
Sambal, the key to its flavor, is a popular spicy condiment in Southeast Asian countries like Indonesia.
It pairs wonderfully with the light broth, making the spicy topping stand out even more.
“Normal” is tasty too! The gyoza is also halal-certified, of course
The “Yaki Gyoza” made with ground chicken, which the restaurant says they deliberately crafted to taste like classic gyoza, is a recommended dish at SANKYU HALAL JAPANESE FOOD.
“Yaki Gyoza,” 600 JPY (tax included)
In halal cuisine, where usable ingredients are restricted, it’s more challenging than you might imagine to cook gyoza dumplings similar to those commonly eaten in Japan.
However, the gyoza at SANKYU HALAL JAPANESE FOOD have a familiar taste even for Japanese people, reflecting the days Dilyaer Abudureyimu, the store’s chef, spent researching the flavor.
What makes the Yaki Gyoza at the restaurant even more delicious is the homemade chili oil used in the sauce made for dipping.
After infusing the oil with aromatic vegetables by frying them, garlic and sesame are added, giving it a great taste.
Dipping the light and crispy Yaki Gyoza in this chili oil-based sauce adds a good balance of flavor to the dish.
The appeal of halal ramen is drawing in Japanese customers as well
SANKYU HALAL JAPANESE FOOD originally had a clientele mostly consisting of international visitors to Japan.
Many Muslims living in Japan also visit, and in a country where halal-certified restaurants are scarce, the restaurant has become known as a valuable spot to enjoy Japanese food.
The exterior of SANKYU HALAL JAPANESE FOOD
However, they say that the number of non-Muslim visitors, including Japanese people, is increasing.
This means that the taste of the dishes served at SANKYU HALAL JAPANESE FOOD is being accepted by many people, not just Muslims.
The diverse clientele proves that beyond being halal-certified, the restaurant meets the fundamental requirement of any eatery: deliciousness!
Information
| Store name | 三休ハラール日本料理 SANKYU HALAL JAPANESE FOOD |
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| Address | 1-2-9 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo
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| Access |
Yushima Station 2-minute walk from Exit 6
Okachimachi Station 4-minute walk from Okachimachi Station South Exit
Ueno-okachimachi Station 4-minute walk from Exit A4
Ueno-hirokoji Station 4-minute walk from Exit A4
Ueno Station（UEN） 10-minute walk from Ueno Station Shinobazu Exit |
| Phone number | 080-7850-3185 |
| Reservations | Accepted for parties of 10 or more Phone, Reserve with Google |
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| Service charge/Table charge | None |
| Hours | 12:00-21:00 |
| Closed | Tuesday |
| Seating | 20 table seats |
| Smoking | All seats are non-smoking |
| Official website | https://www.instagram.com/sankyuhalal/ |
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※Menu contents, prices, store information, etc. are current as of August 2024.
