TOKYO: Muslims living in areas without mosques — whether due to war, natural disasters, or poor environmental conditions — may soon have access to mobile mosques, thanks to a Japanese company that aims to provide “Mobile Mosques” for Arabs and Muslims.
The Mobile Mosque, a unique creation designed and manufactured by Yasu Project Co., Ltd., uses the loading platform of a large truck as its prayer room, showcasing human ingenuity and adaptability.
A mobile mosque unit was recently displayed in the Tokyo Tower area, where a group of Muslims performed prayers after washing their hands, feet, and faces using water provided by the mobile mosque.
Sasaki Takashi, the Chief Executive Officer of Relive Co. Ltd., distributed T-shirts, and caps from the RELIVE gear collection, which is designed to enhance mobility. He said this gear is perfect for supporting flexibility during prayer movements and has many potential applications, ranging from performance sports to everyday wear.
Inoue Yasuharu, CEO of Yasu Project Co., Ltd. shared with Arab News Japan that the Mobile Mosque offers a peaceful environment for prayer when traditional prayer rooms are unavailable. This includes situations during disasters, at event venues, or in areas lacking mosques. The Mobile Mosque has been utilized both domestically and internationally, he said.
