It's no secret that finding halal Japanese food in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor is easier than ever! If you can't travel to Japan yet, we can cure our travel blues by savouring halal sushi, ramen, and wagyu in Malaysia. If you're planning a food adventure this weekend, make sure to include these halal Japanese restaurants in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor in your checklist!
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9 halal Japanese restaurants in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor
1. Ramen Seirock-Ya
Ramen Seirock-Ya specialises in toripaitan ramen, which has a creamy, thick and flavourful broth made from boiling chicken bones for hours. Their signature dish is the Toripaitan Extreme Egg which comes with tender chicken slices, generous portions of thick noodles and nicely done eggs. With the umami flavour from the chicken, vegetables and a seafood flavouring oil, we guarantee that you'll be slurping every last bit of the broth in no time. Check out this article to read more about Ramen Seirock-Ya!
Halal status: Halal-certified
Opening hours: 11.30am-8.30pm daily; closed on Mondays
Addresses:
Uptown No.6, Jalan SS21/35 Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Central i-City L3, Central i-City No.1, i-City, Persiaran Multimedia, Seksyen 7, Shah Alam, Selangor
IOI Mall Puchong 1F Food Street,
IOI Mall Puchong, Bandar Puchong Jaya, Puchong, Selangor
Contact: +603-7492 7509
2. Sushi King
Next on our list of halal Japanese restaurants in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor is Sushi King, the oldest and the first sushi conveyor belt sushi chain in Malaysia. Sushi King has been around since 1995 and is widely known for serving halal-certified sushi, which includes a variety of Nigiri, Maki, Sashimi and other types of Japanese cuisine at affordable prices. Besides selecting your sushi straight off the conveyor, order some main dishes, including lunch sets and ramen, off their menu.
Halal status: Halal-certified
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3. Nippon Sushi
Another halal Japanese restaurant in Selangor to try next is Nippon Sushi, a Muslim-owned and halal-certified Japanese restaurant situated in Bandar Bestari Klang. One of the unique features of Nippon Sushi is the conveyor belt sushi, and any ala carte menu items ordered will be delivered to your table via a little robotic train! Each dish is made using fresh ingredients and you're going to enjoy savouring fire spider roll, wagyu karubi, and tempura moriawase.
Halal status: Halal-certified
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4. Kingu Kongu
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Kuala Lumpur has its very own halal izakaya, and we're all for it! Kingu Kongu serves izakaya-style dishes such as yakitori (meat skewers), other grilled meats and seafood, sashimi, and other small portions of food, and also other Japanese classics such as makimono (sushi) and donburi (rice bowls). One dish you have to try? The Salmon Sambal Petai Maki. It's every bit Japanese and Malaysian, and diners simply can't get enough of it!
Halal status: Muslim-owned
Address: 5&7, Jalan Yap Ah Shak, Chow Kit, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (near Dang Wangi LRT station)
Opening hours: Tuesdays to Fridays 12pm-3pm (Lunch) 5pm-10pm (Dinner) Saturdays and Sundays 1pm-11pm Closed on Mondays
Contact: +60 12-8715456
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5. Maruki Ramen
At Maruki Ramen, their philosophy of taste revolves around the purity of essence. They ensure that their ramen noodles are made using the finest imported Halal Japanese wheat flour, and they prepare them fresh every day without the use of preservatives. Their Japanese Chef Kita-Sensei meticulously selects only the healthiest Halal Free-Range chickens to create our delicate broths. Just like them, the restaurant refrains from using 'Ajinomoto'. The wide range of Ramen soup broths they offer is richly flavoured with bonito, kelp, vegetables, and natural spices. They are carefully nurtured for hours before being served to you. Once you sample the flavourful signature Soy-Braised Chicken or the tender Japanese Wagyu Beef that melts in your mouth, we guarantee that you will crave more!
Halal status: Halal-certified
Address: The LINC KL, Lot 2-23, Level 2, 360, Jln Tun Razak, Taman U Thant, 50400 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11am – 9pm (Sun – Thu), 11am – 9.30pm (Fri & Sat)
Contact: 03-7490 2030
6. Kaito
Head over to KAITO at Glo Damansara in TTDI where they serve modern-fusion Japanese food. The restaurant is also Muslim-owned so you can be assured that it’s halal AND delicious. Each plate is thoughtfully curated to ensure the perfect taste, presentation and freshness. It’s definitely a more refined dining experience but you get your money's worth as the dishes are freshly prepared and of premium quality. Read more here: KAITO: The Halal Japanese Fusion Restaurant Perfect For Your Next Date Night
Halal-status: Muslim-owned
Address: KAITO, LG.09, Level LG, Glo Damansara, 699, Jalan Damansara, 60000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11:30am-3pm, 5-10:30pm (Mon-Sun)
Contact: 03-2385 7275
7. Umami Boru
As the new spin-offs of Beard Brothers’ BBQ, the food served at Umami Boru remains faithful to the philosophy of low and slow cooking. Indulge in a hearty bowl of Beef Ramen with broth that’s been cooked for 12 hours or the BB New York Pastrami that uses specially cured meat and housemade sauce. Whichever spot you choose to hit up, you don’t have to worry about missing out on the heavenly taste of smoked meats!
P/S: Do note that as of 6 July 2023, the restaurant is temporarily closed.
Halal status: Muslim-owned
Opening hours: Tue-Sun; 6pm-10pm (closed on Mondays)
Address: P-G-01, Persiaran Tropicana, Tropicana Avenue Petaling Jaya, Malaysia 47410
Contact: +603-7620 5037
8. Toyyiban Sushi
Named after the verse in the Qur’an where Muslims are commanded to eat good, pure food - Halal Toyyiban - you can rest assured that Toyyiban Sushi has got your back. Founded by a Muslim family, the owner spent a few years in Japan before returning to Malaysia to open their own Japanese restaurant - giving classic Japanese cuisine a Malaysian twist to suit the local palate. Although it doesn’t have a very extensive range of sushi or sashimi, Toyyiban makes up for it with the quality of the dishes they do have! One of the most recommended sushi dishes is their crispy fried sushi coupled with spicy soy sauce and wasabi.
P/S: Do note that as of 6 July 2023, the restaurant is now closed.
Halal status: Muslim-owned
Opening hours: 11am-7pm daily
Address: Bangi Gateway, Seksyen 15, 43650 Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor
9. Wagyu Kokoro Halal Yakiniku
We know halal yakiniku is hard to come by in Malaysia. Enter Wagyu Kokoro Halal Yakiniku - this Muslim-owned restaurant is sure to leave you wanting more. Wagyu Kokoro Halal Yakiniku serves premium quality Japanese wagyu grade A4 to A5. Wagyu beef is graded between A1 to A12 (depending on its firmness, texture and fat concentration). Their chef has been in the yakiniku industry for over 30 years. The meats are sliced to perfection, and a small grill is provided on your table for you to cook it the way you like it. Check out our article to read more about Wagyu Kokoro Halal Yakiniku! Wagyu Kokoro has expanded and added one new outlet at Setapak! One more reason to enjoy yakiniku! ?. They are also expanding to other parts of Selangor, which includes Kota Damansara and Shah Alam, so keep a lookout on their social media pages!
P/S: Do note that as of 6 July 2023, the restaurant is now closed.
Halal status: Muslim-owned; all ingredients and meats are sourced from halal-certified suppliers
Opening hours: 12pm-11pm daily except Fridays; 2pm-11pm (Fridays)
Addresses:
B1-1-7, Jalan Teknologi 2/1C, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Star Parc Point, Jalan Genting Kelang, Setapak, 53300 Kuala Lumpur
Satisfy your cravings for halal sushi, ramen and wagyu at these halal Japanese restaurants in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor! Don't forget to check out other Muslim-friendly Japanese eateries too.