"SALAM OMIYAGE Asakusa", a Souvenir Shop for Muslim Visitors to Japan, Opens

On Friday, November 6, 2026, SALAM OMIYAGE Asakusa, a specialty shop for Muslim visitors to Japan, opened a 4-minute walk from Asakusa Station. It is planned and operated by SEED Co., Ltd. in cooperation with CULTURE LINK MALAYSIA SDN. BHD. (CLM) of Malaysia.

A Wide Selection of About 250 Items

The shop offers products to suit a variety of needs, including hijabs and abayas, Japanese sweets, packaged ramen, frozen foods, matcha and Japanese tea, cosmetics, and gifts and miscellaneous goods. Many items, such as hijabs and abayas, are exclusive products available only at this shop.

Prayer Room and Wudu Facilities

• The prayer room is free to use during business hours, and no purchase is required
• Wudu facilities are also available for washing hands, feet, and other areas before prayer
• Food items are selected mainly from certified products, and are presented separately from products considered suitable based on manufacturer confirmation (Muslim-friendly)

The Meaning Behind the Name

"SALAM" is an Arabic word related to "peace" and "serenity." The shop aims to be a place where travelers feel their faith and customs are respected and that they are welcome. In the future, the company is also considering expanding to tourist destinations in the Tokyo metropolitan area, the Kansai region, and elsewhere.

Store Information

The address is 2F Hosaka Building, 1-39-7 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo. Business hours are 10:30-18:00, and the shop is planned to have no regular closing days.