About Kajiken Franchise
Kajiken is a Japanese ramen restaurant franchise that brings authentic noodle dishes to the fast casual dining market.
Founded as a California corporation in 2020, the brand offers a focused menu centered on ramen and related Japanese cuisine, appealing to the growing American appetite for high quality Asian food experiences.
With a franchise fee of $2,300, Kajiken offers an exceptionally low cost entry into the Japanese restaurant franchise space.
Kajiken Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$521K
Average Investment
$625K
Maximum Investment
$729K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $2,300 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 4% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Gross Sales (3) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $520,500 – $728,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $521K–$729K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (4% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (1% of Gross Sales (3)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee2 | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Initial Training Fee3 | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses while Training4 | $3,000 | $8,000 |
| Real Estate/Lease (3 months + deposit)5 | $14,000 | $75,000 |
| Build-Out/Leasehold Improvements6 | $225,000 | $275,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment7 | $135,000 | $165,000 |
| Opening Inventory8 | $9,000 | $15,000 |
| Signage9 | $4,500 | $5,500 |
| Utility Deposits10 | $0 | $3,000 |
| Business License and Permits11 | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Professional/Legal Fees12 | $6,000 | $20,000 |
| Computer and POS Systems13 | $4,500 | $10,000 |
| Insurance 14 | $3,500 | $7,000 |
| Grand Opening Expenses15 | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) 16 | $30,000 | $50,000 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT | $520,500 | $728,500 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 4% of Gross Sales (3) |
| Technology Fee | $4,500 |
| Audit Fee | Payable only if audit shows an understatement of 2% or more. |
| Additional Training Fee (7) | $2,760 |
| Ongoing/Refresher Training (8) | $250 |
| Interest and Late Payment Charge (10) | The lesser of 1.5% per month or the highest rate of interest allowed by law. (Th |
| Upgrades and Ongoing Maintenance (14) | $460 |
| Alternative Supplier Approval (15) | $920 |
| Support Fee | 10% of Gross Sales during the time period support is provided, plus travel and l |
| Prohibited Product or Service Fine | $460 |
| Initial Training Fee3 | $30,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses while Training4 | $3,000 |
| Real Estate/Lease (3 months + deposit)5 | $14,000 |
| Build-Out/Leasehold Improvements6 | $225,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment7 | $135,000 |
| Opening Inventory8 | $9,000 |
| Signage9 | $4,500 |
| Utility Deposits10 | $0 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | If you are in good standing, you can renew for one additional 10-year term. |
| Termination for Cause | Material breach of the Franchise Agreement or other agreements, intentional, repeated defaults and others. A default by you under the terms and conditions of the Franchise Agreement, Area Development |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Kajiken Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Kajiken does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Kajiken does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Kajiken Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordKajiken has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Kajiken System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
Kajiken currently operates 0 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2022 | 0 | ||
| 2022 | 1 | ||
| 2022 | 1 |
Kajiken Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Kajiken franchise ranges from $520,500 to $728,500, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $2,300. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Kajiken charges a royalty fee of 4% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a 1% of Gross Sales (3) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Kajiken Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Kajiken to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Kajiken does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Kajiken has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $520,500-$728,500, a 4% of Gross Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $2,300 and the total investment ranges from $520,500 to $728,500 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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