Yoshinoya franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Yoshinoya franchise fee is $27,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $456,150 to $2,153,900, with about $175,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Yoshinoya FDD.
What are the Yoshinoya franchise fees and investment?
The Yoshinoya franchise requires a franchise fee of $27,500 and a total initial investment of $456,150 to $2,153,900. 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) | $27,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $456,150 to $2,153,900 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $175,000 |
| US locations | 100 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Fast Casual) |
| Headquarters | Torrance, California |
| Founded | 1977 |
| Franchising since | 1996 |
How does the Yoshinoya investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Yoshinoya's minimum investment of $456,150 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 380 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $27,500 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Yoshinoya belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Yoshinoya FDD?
Verify six parts of the Yoshinoya 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 Yoshinoya 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 Yoshinoya?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Yoshinoya:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Taco Pros | $35,000 | $456,500 to $583,600 |
| Dunn Brothers Coffee | $40,000 | $455,600 to $798,960 |
| Shuckin Shack | $45,000 | $456,750 to $1,401,420 |
| Rita's Ice-Custard-Happiness | $35,000 | $456,858 to $905,536 |
| Kolache Factory | $44,900 | $455,400 to $774,400 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Yoshinoya franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Yoshinoya franchise ranges from $456,150 to $2,153,900, including a franchise fee of $27,500, 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 Yoshinoya franchise?
Yoshinoya lists a minimum of about $175,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Yoshinoya locations are there?
Yoshinoya reported 100 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 Yoshinoya been franchising?
Yoshinoya started offering franchises in 1996 after the company was founded in 1977.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Yoshinoya and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Yoshinoya. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.