Prayer times – Tsu

Muslim Presence in Tsu Tsu, the capital of Mie Prefecture, is home to a small but established Muslim community. While historical records of early Muslim settlement are limited, the presence of mosques and prayer facilities in and around the city reflects a growing community that has taken root in recent decades. Muslims in Tsu include both local residents and international students, workers, and families who contribute to the city's multicultural fabric.

Community Implantation The Muslim community in Tsu is served by several prayer places, most notably Mie Mosque, located just 1.7 km from the city center at 1426-2 Kurimamachi Yacho. This mosque serves as a central hub for daily prayers and community gatherings. Other mapped prayer places include Suzuka Masjid in nearby Suzuka City, as well as facilities in Tokoname, Hekinan, and Tobishima, extending the network of Muslim worship spaces across the region. These locations provide accessible options for Muslims living or traveling in Tsu and its surrounding areas.

Prayer Time Orientation Prayer times in Tsu follow the daily rhythm of Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha, which vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset. The city operates on Asia/Tokyo timezone. The Qibla direction for Tsu is oriented towards Mecca, with a bearing of approximately Shared.West degrees. The distance to Mecca is about 9,247 km. Prayer times are calculated using the Muslim World League method, ensuring accuracy for the local Muslim community.