About Onigilly Franchise
Onigilly Japanese Kitchen is a fast casual restaurant franchise operated by Onigilly Franchise LLC, serving Japanese inspired cuisine with a focus on onigiri (Japanese rice balls) and other authentic Japanese dishes.
Franchising since 2022, the brand brings traditional Japanese comfort food to the American fast casual market in an accessible, modern format.
The franchise fee is $35,000.
Onigilly Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$265K
Average Investment
$436K
Maximum Investment
$607K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Established by cooperative members, but not exceeding 1% of Gross Sales, current | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $265,132 – $606,976 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $265K–$607K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Established by cooperative members, but not exceeding 1% of Gross Sales, current) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements (Note 2) | $57,000 | $267,000 |
| Lease Deposits and Rent (Three Months) (Note 3) | $12,000 | $30,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (Note 4) | $97,132 | $123,476 |
| Signage (Note 5) | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Computer, Software, and Point of Sale System (Note 6) | $6,000 | $9,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing (Note 7) | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| Initial Inventory (Note 8) | $7,000 | $12,000 |
| Utility Deposits (Note 9) | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Insurance Deposits (Three Months) (Note 10) | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Travel for Initial Training (Note 11) | $5,500 | $11,000 |
| Professional Fees (Note 12) | $12,000 | $28,000 |
| General Licenses and Permits (Note 13) | $3,000 | $11,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 5% of amount or $50, whichever is greater, or maximum fee allowed by law |
| Renewal Fee | $7,500 |
| Technology Fee | $750 |
| Audit Fee | For costs incurred by us for each financial audit, provided the audit determines |
| Brand Development Fund (Note 4) | Up to 2% of Gross Sales, currently not assessed |
| Franchisee Directed Local Marketing (Note 5) | 1% of Gross Sales |
| Annual Conference Attendance Fee | $1,500 |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | $300 |
| Supplemental On-Site Training | $300 |
| Reporting Non-Compliance | $150 |
| Operations Non-Compliance | $450 |
| Payment Non-Compliance | $150 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements (Note 2) | $57,000 |
| Lease Deposits and Rent (Three Months) (Note 3) | $12,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (Note 4) | $97,132 |
| Signage (Note 5) | $5,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing (Note 7) | $7,500 |
| Initial Inventory (Note 8) | $7,000 |
| Utility Deposits (Note 9) | $1,000 |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | If you meet our conditions for renewal, you may renew your franchise for one additional 10-year term. |
| Termination for Cause | We can terminate if you are in default of the terms of the Franchise Agreement. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Onigilly Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$1.7M
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Onigilly Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordOnigilly 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.
Onigilly System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Onigilly currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Onigilly Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Onigilly franchise ranges from $265,132 to $606,976, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $35,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Onigilly charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Established by cooperative
members, but not
exceeding 1% of Gross
Sales, current contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Onigilly 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 Onigilly to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Onigilly franchise owners report average revenue of $1.7M. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Onigilly has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $265,132-$606,976, a 6% 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 $35,000 and the total investment ranges from $265,132 to $606,976 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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