The history of Islam in Japan is relatively brief in relation to the religion's longstanding presence in other nearby countries. 

Today however, Muslims in Japan are well established, numbering somewhere between 100,000 to 300,000 - with approximately 10% being native. Additionally, there are about 100 established Mosques and Musallahs. Outside of Japan, Muslim countries heavily trade with the country, with bilateral trade standing at some $300 billion dollars; larger even than Japan's trade with the United States.

Islam in Japan has over 3 centuries worth of history, with the earliest Muslim settlers believed to have worked in the cities of Yokohama and Kobe during the reign of the Meiji.

Greato Co., Ltd. announced that Made in Japan Halal Natural Skin Care Cosmetic "Melati" would be on sale starting on August 19, 2016.

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​Melati products are manufactured by Ishidakosho Co., Ltd. supported by Saitama Prefecture and Josai University. This series has 3 types of Skin Care products.

Kume Island is located around 100 kilometers West of Naha, the capital city of Okinawa.

Point Pyuru Company, a cosmetics manufacturer located on Kume Island has developed amenity goods that are suitable for Halal use.

TOKYO — PBJ Inc is releasing a line of halal-certified skincare products, Momo Hime  approved by the Japan Islamic Trust, on March 3 in Japan and abroad.

​Having the 80 years of experience running a fruit and vegetable retailer, PBJ has for many years focused on the effects of the peach for health and beauty.

Momo Hime which means Peach Princess, features a soothing peach aroma. PBJ said it will make women feel relaxed as the peach extract maximizes its moisturizing and antibacterial effects.

The idea of developing halal skincare products came from the experience of the company’s representative, Mieko Kobayashi. 
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