Kajiken
Kajiken International, Inc. offers franchises to operate casual-dining Japanese restaurants specializing in a variety of ramen noodle dishes, bowls, appetizers, and other food, beverages, and related products under the Kajiken brand. Restaurants are typically 1,000 to 2,500 square feet and located in shopping centers or free-standing buildings, with options for single-unit franchises or area development agreements requiring a minimum of three units. The business targets consumers in the highly competitive casual-dining market, particularly those seeking Japanese-style cuisine like ramen, competing with other local, regional, and national chains.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
4% royalty + 0.75% marketing fund (currently not assessed). No fixed monthly fees.
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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Extracted Item 19 Section
How Kajiken Compares to Other Fast Food Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Kajiken Current | $521K - $831K | $50K | 4.0% | 3 |
| Burger King | $2.1M - $4.7M | $50K | 4.5% | 19,732 |
| MCDONALD'S | $1.5M - $2.6M | $45K | N/A | 12,772 |
| AFC | $45K - $151K | $6K | 9.5% | 3,572 |
| SONIC DRIVE-IN | $1.7M - $3.1M | $15K | 5.0% | 3,441 |
| JIMMY JOHN'S | $366K - $728K | $35K | 6.0% | 2,647 |
Fast Food Average 127 franchises | $605K - $1.5M | $35K | 6.1% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 127 Fast Food franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2023)
Outlets by state across the United States
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a Kajiken franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Kajiken franchise ranges from $520,500 to $830,600. This includes a franchise fee of $50,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 4.0% of gross sales.
How many Kajiken franchise locations are there?
As of the 2024 FDD, Kajiken has 3 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2021.
Is Kajiken a good franchise to buy?
Whether Kajiken is a good franchise investment depends on your personal goals, available capital, and local market conditions. We recommend reviewing the full FDD, speaking with existing franchisees listed in Item 20, and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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