Maki of Japan franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Maki of Japan franchise fee is $30,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $211,067 to $358,017, with about $50,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Maki of Japan FDD.
What are the Maki of Japan franchise fees and investment?
The Maki of Japan franchise requires a franchise fee of $30,000 and a total initial investment of $211,067 to $358,017. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $30,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $211,067 to $358,017 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $50,000 |
| US locations | 16 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Full-Service) |
| Headquarters | Longwood, Florida |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Franchising since | 2005 |
How does the Maki of Japan investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Maki of Japan's minimum investment of $211,067 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 809 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $30,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Maki of Japan belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Maki of Japan FDD?
Verify six parts of the Maki of Japan Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Maki of Japan discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Maki of Japan?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Maki of Japan:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Prontoroni | $35,000 | $211,000 to $391,000 |
| Rocky Rococo Pizza and Pasta | $25,000 | $211,000 to $705,500 |
| Capital Tacos | $49,000 | $211,200 to $427,200 |
| Uno's Pizzeria & Grill | $20,000 to $40,000 | $211,500 to $2,498,500 |
| Sbarro | $30,000 | $211,900 to $931,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Maki of Japan franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Maki of Japan franchise ranges from $211,067 to $358,017, including a franchise fee of $30,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Maki of Japan franchise?
Maki of Japan lists a minimum of about $50,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Maki of Japan locations are there?
Maki of Japan reported 16 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Maki of Japan been franchising?
Maki of Japan started offering franchises in 2005 after the company was founded in 1991.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Maki of Japan and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Maki of Japan. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.