Edo Japan vs Yoshinoya Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Edo Japan vs Yoshinoya including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Edo Japan Franchise
Yoshinoya Franchise
Investment $400,000 - $550,000$550,000 - $1,400,000
Franchise Fee $35,000$27,500
Royalty Fee 6%4%
Advertising Fee 3%-
Year Founded 19771899
Year Franchised 19860
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years +5+5
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years +5+5
Renewal Fee 25% of franchise fee-


Business Experience Requirements

 
Edo Japan Franchise
Yoshinoya Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Edo Japan Franchise
Yoshinoya Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/No-/-
Start-up Costs No/No-/-
Equipment No/No-/-
Inventory No/No-/-
Receivables No/No-/-
Payroll No/No-/-

Training & Support

 
Edo Japan Franchise
Yoshinoya Franchise
Training 5 weeks - Basic Operation of the Business. - Regional Managers visit at least once every quarter to support and guide the FranchiseesOur goal is to give you the tools you need to assist you in building a business from day one. Your Yoshinoya franchise training includes 1 week of extensive, on-site initial training for yourself at our training headquarters in Torrance, California, six weeks for your lead kitchen personnel and 12 weeks for your front of house store manager. Training includes up to four persons. We help you stay abreast of new developments by providing additional training. Examples could include new equipment, menu and operational training.
Support Newsletter, Grand opening, Field operations/evaluationsDuring your first week of business operations, a Yoshinoya Franchise Operations staff member will work with you and your staff at your location to solidify your operational, quality and customer service. Yoshinoya's experienced field staff will regularly visit your location to evaluate your progress and suggest positive operations, profitability and marketing improvements.
Marketing Regional advertisingAs a Yoshinoya franchise owner, you will be supported by marketing to promote brand awareness and sales. Franchisees and company restaurants contribute to a fund for this purpose.
Operations - 33% of all franchisees own more than one unit
- Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10 - 15
- Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (97% of current franchisees are owner/operators)
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Expansion Plans

 
Edo Japan Franchise
Yoshinoya Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion Yes-

Company Overviews

About Edo Japan

Every journey begins with a first step. Our first step began over 35 years ago when we opened our very first location, offering fresh and delicious Japanese food made in the traditional Teppan style and served with our now famous signature Teriyaki sauce. Since then, we've become a leading fast casual restaurant brand, with over 100 locations across Canada and over eight million meals served each year. An Edo Japan franchise offers a great return on your investment and a chance to grow and succeed with the support of an incredible organization. Complete our five-step process to understand how becoming an Edo Japan franchisee can help you achieve your business goals. http://www.edojapan.com/franchising/

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#66 in Canada's Top franchises.

About Yoshinoya

Opportunity... It's in the Bowl. Success in business is partly about knowing what consumers want even before they ask for it. It's about recognizing trends and taking action. And, right now, the trends in American culture are well aligned for your new franchise with Yoshinoya. Yoshinoya started in 1899 in Japan. With over 1500+ units worldwide, 98 here in America, we are growing and seeking motivated franchisees to grow with us. Yoshinoya is the Home of the Original Beef Bowl. Wholesome, quick-serve Japanese style menu. Our Signature Beef Bowl, Chicken Teriyaki Bowls, Salads, Desserts and more are on the menu here, all styled for a Quick Serve restaurant. With our unique Japanese menu, quality ingredients and nutritional alternatives to typical fast food, Yoshinoya incorporates today's trends, from health and nutrition to convenience and ethnic influences. Now we're ready to expand to a neighborhood near you - act now to become a part of our ongoing growth!