Thanks Laksani Expressing Her Experience Of Exploring Muslim-Friendly Japanese Culinary

Beranya Laksani cerita tentang pengalamannya berwisata kuliner di Jepang yang ramah muslim. (Adelia/VOI)

JAKARTA - Former member of the first generation of JKT48, Melody Laksani, is known not only as a charismatic idol, but also as an inspirational figure who continues to contribute after leaving the world of entertainment.

Graduates of the Agricultural Technical at Padjadjaran University are now actively bridging cooperation between countries in the fields of food and agriculture.

Since 2018,MINAy has been trusted to be Japan's Food and Agriculture Friendship Ambassador ASEAN, where she is involved in promoting and facilitating collaboration between Japan and ASEAN countries.

In this role,biny learned a lot about eating culture, consumption patterns, and sustainability values which are an important part of the Japanese culinary industry.

On a chance to chat ahead of the AUTHENTIC CULTURAL DINING event which will be hosted by JFOODO in Jakarta,wah shared his experience of how Japan is now increasingly open and friendly to Muslim tourists.

"I've been to Japan several times, back and forth too. In the past, he said it was a bit difficult to find halal food there, but now it's very different. Japan is now much more friendly to Muslims," said Minalin when met in the City Forest by Plataran, Jakarta on Thursday, November 13, 2025.

He also added how many choices of halal foods can now be enjoyed without worrying.

"The important thing is that we can eat well and safely. For example, if we want to eat ramen, now there is a halal path with the usual one. So it's easier," he said.

xie admitted that one of the most admired things from Japan is the high quality of its food ingredients.

Eating in Japan feels really good quality. The chicken is fresh, the seafood is also extraordinary. There is a friend of mine who is allergic to seafood with milk, but in Japan there has never been a problem. They really pay attention to the details about food ingredients," he said.

He also mentioned the technology and convenience that Japan offers for Muslim tourists.

"Now there is an application like Halal Navi which can help us find a halal restaurant anywhere. So there is no need to be confused about what to eat anymore. Japan is increasingly preparing itself to become a world halal tourist destination," added

main juga menyambut baik langkah Jepang yang semakin aktif memperkenalkan bahan makanan dan kuliner yang memperhatikan prinsip Halal. Salah satu bentuk konkretnya adalah acara 'AUTHENTIC CULTURAL DINING', yang diselenggarakan oleh The Japan Food Product Overseas Promotion Center (JFOODO) untuk pertama kalinya di Jakarta, 13 November 2025.

The event aims to introduce Japanese food ingredients that can be enjoyed safely by Muslims, as well as show Japan's commitment to diversity and high quality in the culinary world.

The world's Muslim population currently reaches about 1.9 billion people and is expected to increase to 2.2 billion by 2030. With this great potential, the Halal market is now one of the fastest growing sectors in the world, including in the food and tourism sectors.

Through this event, JFOODO presented a collaboration between two well-known chefs, namelyChef Junichiku Kurisusu from the one-star MichelinHon to Tankumadi Kyoto restaurant, andChef Reiyan Trisandira from the Hutan Kota by Plataran, Jakarta.

Guests enjoy various typical Japanese menus such asashimi (Otsukuri), Sup Dashi (Wanmono), Wagyu Panggang (Yakimono), to Japanese apple desserts (Mizumono), all prepared according to Halal principles.

In addition, JFOODO is also working with the Halal Navidan application of various Muslim media in Indonesia to support Muslim tourists who want to explore Japan comfortably.

Thanks to closing with his view that food is not only a matter of taste, but also a bridge of culture.

Food can be the simplest way to get to know other cultures. Japan has a spirit of respecting quality and process, while we in Indonesia have a wealth of taste and the value of togetherness. If those two things are unified, it must be extraordinary." saidbinda.

With his role as an ambassador and public figure, tapi hopes that the relationship between Indonesia and Japan will be closer, especially in terms of food and an inclusive healthy lifestyle for all people.