About MACHIDA SHOTEN USA Franchise
Machida Shoten is a Japanese ramen restaurant franchise bringing authentic ramen cuisine from Japan to the United States through a master franchise model.
Founded in 2024 under the parent company GIFT Holdings Inc., one of Japan's leading ramen restaurant groups, the brand offers a genuine Japanese dining experience built on traditional recipes, techniques, and quality standards.
The franchise fee is $100,000, reflecting the master franchise structure that grants operators the rights to develop the brand within their market.
MACHIDA SHOTEN USA Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | N/A | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 1% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Total Investment Range | $445,500 – $1,176,700 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $446K–$1.2M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The ongoing royalty fee is 1% of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (Master) | $100,000 | $100,000 |
| Laptop Computer | $500 | $1,500 |
| Travel and Living Expenses Related to Training | $4,000 | $15,000 |
| Vehicle | $0 | $40,000 |
| Franchise Advertising – 3 Months | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Professional Fees (Master) | $2,500 | $8,000 |
| Filing Fees & Registrations | $500 | $2,000 |
| Insurance (Master) | $2,500 | $8,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months (Master) | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee (Pilot Restaurant) | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| On-Site Training Expenses (Up to 3 people) | $4,000 | $12,000 |
| Security Deposits | $4,500 | $20,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $0 | $1,000 |
| Design and Architect Fees | $6,000 | $30,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements, Construction and Remodeling | $150,000 | $550,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment and Supplies | $80,000 | $140,000 |
| Exterior Signage | $3,000 | $18,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $500 | $1,500 |
| POS Systems | $500 | $3,000 |
| Security System | $500 | $1,500 |
| Initial Inventory to Begin Operating | $5,000 | $13,000 |
| Office Equipment and Supplies | $500 | $1,200 |
| Professional Fees (Pilot Restaurant) | $2,500 | $8,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $1,000 | $10,000 |
| Insurance (Pilot Restaurant) | $2,500 | $8,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months (Pilot Restaurant) | $50,000 | $150,000 |
MACHIDA SHOTEN USA Franchise Earnings — Item 19
MACHIDA SHOTEN USA 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.
MACHIDA SHOTEN USA Litigation & Risk Flags
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MACHIDA SHOTEN USA System Growth
MACHIDA SHOTEN USA currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
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