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Tokyo is a food lover’s paradise, with a variety of food halls offering delectable cuisine from all over the world. However, there is a new supermarket and food hall in Yashio city, Saitama that stands out for its unique dedication to halal produce and meals.
Yashio city is well known for its Pakistani community, and National Mart Yashio reflects this with a wide range of products from Pakistan and other Asian countries. From ingredients and condiments to snacks, the supermarket offers an extensive selection of halal products. For instance, the shelves feature retort curry packs from Indian company MTR Foods and Namkin Pakistani halal chips.
Not just limited to food, National Mart also offers a traditional dress for Pakistani women, salwar kameez, as well as hijabs in various colors and designs.
The highlight of National Mart Yashio is Yataimura, which translates to “food stall village” in Japanese. This food hall has seven restaurants, all of which serve halal food. Siddique offers Pakistani dishes, while Naritaya specializes in ramen, and Red Panda serves Chinese cuisine. To order, customers need to purchase a ticket from the vending machine at the entrance and present it to the designated restaurant. There’s shared seating for 54 people in the food hall.
In addition, Sweets and Bakery offers colorful desserts that are worth checking out. Laddu, a round doughnut-like pastry with a chewy outer layer, sprinkled with nuts for a crunchy texture, is a popular choice. Gulab jamun, a sweet milk solid soaked in syrup, is another dessert that shouldn’t be missed.
National Mart and Halal Yataimura are open daily from 11am to 10pm. For more information, visit the supermarket’s Facebook page.
This supermarket and food hall are unique as they cater to the halal community and offer a range of products and meals that adhere to Islamic dietary laws. The diverse range of options available, from Pakistani dishes to Chinese cuisine, makes it an excellent destination for food lovers who want to explore different cultures and cuisines. The colorful desserts at Sweets and Bakery are also a great way to indulge in some sweet treats. Overall, National Mart Yashio is a must-visit for anyone interested in exploring the vibrant food culture of Tokyo.
