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Franchising : Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Concept behind Todai?
What is the initial investment required for a Todai Franchise?
Will I be granted territory?
What is the franchising royalty?
How much will I make?
What are the advertising fees?
What is Todai's marketing and development strategy?
What kind of franchise support will Todai provide?
What is the process of getting a franchise?
What are your present and future locations?



What is the Concept behind Todai?

“All-You-Can-Eat” Japanese Sushi and Seafood Buffet with quality, value, selection, convenience and service. Todai is a casual family dining restaurant that features an extensive buffet with vast assortments of sushi, salads, hot-food items and pastries.

Lunch prices vary from $12.95 to $16.95 and dinner prices vary from $22.95 to $27.95 depending upon the geographical region. Special discounts for children based on their height, and seniors over 65 years are available along with birthday promotions for those who dine at Todai on their birthdays.


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What is the initial investment required for a Todai Franchise?

The initial franchise fee is $250,000. The estimated initial investment required, including the initial franchise fee, ranges from $1,761,000 to $2,125,000 for a new franchised restaurant, and from $1,616,000 to $3,380,000 for a franchise restaurant purchased from an owner affiliated with Todai SSB, Inc.


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Will I be granted territory?

Todai grants you an exclusive territory, the size of which varies based on population density, trade area and other criteria, usually a 10 mile radius unless you are located in a high density area, where it may be less.


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What is the franchising royalty?

Monthly Royalty: $3,000 + 2% of net sales over $300,000.


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How much will I make?

Profitability is dependent on many factors including sales, location and the ability of the franchisee to manage operations in his restaurant.


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What are the advertising fees?

$20,000/year

Grand Opening Advertising Fees: $30,000~$50,000.


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What is Todai's marketing and development strategy?

Targeting regional malls in midtowns or metropolitan areas with populations of 1 million plus in a 10-mile radius. Asian population target of at least 5% of the total population.

Promoting affordable family dining fare, Todai emphasizes internal marketing at each location:

Featuring an open kitchen and contemporary interior to appeal to general public.

Creating word of mouth advertising by providing a memorable dining experience.

Offering special pricing systems for seniors and children to provide a friendly family dining environment.

Offering consistent promotions such as our free birthday meal (certificate) to gain frequent diners/returning customers


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What kind of franchise support will Todai provide?

Construction and design

New restaurant opening support

Opening marketing campaign

Employee recruiting

Connection to vendors and suppliers

Continuous support


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What is the process of getting a franchise?

Upon written request via email, fax or letter to Todai SSB, Inc., a franchise application will be sent to potential franchisees. Todai SSB, Inc. will review the applications with respect to personal, business and financial capacity. Our Franchise Offering Circular will be sent to those qualified candidates for further development.


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What are your present and future locations?

Northern California :

Concord
Cupertino
Daly City
Pleasanton
San Jose

Southern California :

Arcadia
Beverly Center
Glendale
Orange
Puente Hills
San Diego
Studio City
Woodland Hills
Westminster

Other Locations:

Fairfax, VA
Schaumburg, IL
Houston, TX
Las Vegas, NV
Portland, OR
Redmond, WA
Seattle, WA
Waikiki, HI
Manhattan, NY (May 2006)

Overseas:
Hong Kong
Korea

Future Locations:

Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Chicago, IL
Skokie, IL



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We appreciate your interest in Todai SSB, Inc. and welcome all inquiries you may have. Contact Us page.

NOTE: Todai SSB, Inc. answers all questions regarding our Owner opportunities. The above questions and answers is a condensed version of typical inquiries. [If there is any inconsistency or disagreement between these questions and TSSB , TSSB will control.]

The information provided on this web site should not be construed as an offer of a franchise. Offers of franchises may only be made by delivery of a franchise offering circular (prospectus), and in certain states the offering circular must first have been registered with a state agency that regulates the offers and sales of franchises. The franchise is presently not being offered in the following states: Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Minnesota, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia or Wisconsin.

Franchising Opportunities | FAQ