Prayer times – Kōriyama

Muslim Presence in Kōriyama Kōriyama, a city in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, is home to a small but established Muslim community. While the history of Islam in the region is relatively recent, the presence of mosques and prayer spaces reflects the gradual settlement of Muslims in the area, including students, professionals, and families who have made Kōriyama their home.

Community Implantation The Muslim community in Kōriyama is centered around Koriyama Masjid, located at Hara-12-218 Hiwadamachi. This mosque serves as a key prayer place for residents in the Hiwadamachi area and surrounding districts. Additionally, Masjid Nimrah in nearby Fukushima city provides another option for worshippers, indicating a network of prayer spaces across the region.

Prayer Time Orientation Muslims in Kōriyama observe the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the city's timezone, Asia/Tokyo. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by Kōriyama's latitude. The Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are key for orientation during prayer. The calculation method used ensures accurate timings for the local community.