Onigilly Japanese Kitchen
- Ownership Requirement
- Full-time
- Business Type
- Franchise
Modern Japanese Onigiri Franchise
Bring a 1,000-year-old cultural food icon to your community with fresh, healthy, and portable rice balls.
Brand overview
Onigilly is a modern Japanese eatery offering a fresh twist on onigiri, the traditional pressed rice ball. With over 30 varieties featuring traditional Japanese fillings and American fusion options, alongside customizable bowls, sides, and Japanese drinks, Onigilly provides a convenient, healthy, and delicious alternative to sushi. Inspired by the Samurai warriors who carried onigiri as portable nourishment over 1,000 years ago, the brand's mission is to introduce this cultural food icon across North America one delicious bite at a time.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose Onigilly Japanese Kitchen
Onigilly offers a proven cultural food icon with over 1,000 years of history, thoughtfully adapted for modern North American tastes. The menu provides broad customer appeal beyond sushi with over 30 varieties of onigiri and customizable bowls. A steadfast focus on health and quality ensures every item is made to order with nutrient-rich haiga rice and fresh ingredients.
Revenue Potential & Investment Requirements
Revenue Potential
2026 FDD top performing unit
Total investment
$265,132–$606,976
Cash Required
$120,000
Franchise fee
$35,000
Royalty fee
6% of Gross Sales
Ad fund %
2%
Total units
3
Financing available
No financing offered
Real estate required
Not Specified
Growth Trends
Ideal candidate
We seek individuals passionate about introducing healthy, convenient Japanese street food to a broader North American audience. The ideal candidate is dedicated to delivering a fresh, high-quality customer experience and eager to grow a quick-service restaurant rooted in cultural tradition and modern culinary innovation.
Join the movement to bring authentic, healthy Japanese onigiri to your community. Explore the opportunity to own an Onigilly franchise and shape the future of quick-service dining.