Executive chairman Takahashi Kenichi says creating a truly satisfying halal ramen is challenging, especially since the soup base is typically made with pork bones. During the pandemic, when several of the company’s outlets were closed or operating at reduced capacity, the group decided to research and develop halal ramen.
Singapore’s F&B industry rebound sparks fresh opportunities for companies to explore new concepts and markets. Enter Japan Foods Holding (JFH) (SGX:5OI
) , now offering Muslim diners a wide range of Japanese dishes.
The first halal JFH brand is Tokyo Shokudo, a ramen chain with eight outlets islandwide. It also manages the halal-certified Kyoto Shokudo Cafe & Udon at VivoCity, which offers a selection of matcha-infused items alongside udon and desserts. In total, the group has eight halal-concept restaurant brands.
