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Frequently asked questions

How do I go about obtaining a Totto Ramen franchise?

For a general introduction to owning your own Totto Ramen franchise, please complete our franchise form below.

How long does the application process take from beginning to end?

For U.S. Opportunities: Upon completion of the personal interview, Totto Ramen will make a decision within 3 to 4 weeks regarding your approval status. For International Opportunities: The application approval process may take several months because of the amount of information needed to complete an application.

Does Totto Ramen franchise to individuals, partnerships, or corporations?

Yes, to all of the above. Totto Ramen will franchise to individuals, partnerships, and corporations.

Will Totto Ramen assist me with financing a store?

Totto Ramen franchisees are required to have their own financial systems in place to build and operate their stores. However, we can provide a list of lenders who have expressed interest in lending to franchisees.

Does Totto Ramen award territories or regions?

For U.S. Opportunities: Franchisees are awarded franchise rights for a specific store location.

For International Opportunities: Yes, Totto Ramen awards territories or regions to its international franchisees.

Can I purchase an existing store?

For U.S. Opportunities: To obtain a list of stores available for purchase, please contact Totto Ramen. 

For International Opportunities: Totto Ramen is open to all inquiries for international expansion in countries not currently under development. To learn more about international development opportunities please contact Totto Ramen.

I have an ideal location in mind and there are no other Totto Ramen locations nearby. Can I pursue this location?

For U.S. Opportunities: Prior to discussing potential locations with applicants interested in opportunities with Totto Ramen, applicants must go through our application approval process. Upon approval as a potential Totto Ramen franchisee candidate, our Real Estate Department can then help you begin to investigate possible locations.

Does Totto Ramen require royalty payments?

For U.S. Opportunities: Yes. The current royalty fee is 5 %. This fee payment contributes to the overall support system, e.g., training, field support, purchasing, construction, new product development, and quality control, to mention just a few. There is also a Brand Fund of 2 % that supports all marketing programs.

For International Opportunities: Yes. Royalty payments, franchise fee, and store opening fees are negotiated for each country on an individual basis.

How much money can I expect to make?

For U.S. and International Opportunities: Totto Ramen does not make earnings claims regarding any of our locations. The amount of money individual locations can expect to make will vary depending on a multitude of factors, including the locations and demographics, operating costs, sales, and the overall ability of the franchisee to operate and manage their franchise location(s). Other considerations for international franchisees would include duties, tariffs, etc.

In what areas is Totto Ramen actively looking for franchisees?

Northeastern United States.

May I obtain a copy of Totto Ramen Franchise Disclosure Document?

For U.S. and International Opportunities: Upon completion and acceptance of the application, a copy of Totto Ramen current Franchise Disclosure Document will be provided to you during your initial interview.

Is there opportunity to own more than one location?

For U.S. Opportunities: Yes. Franchisees are awarded locations based on their ability to operate their existing stores and their financial ability to support additional locations. 

For International Opportunities: Yes. In fact, international franchisees join the Totto Ramen system with the commitment to open multiple locations within an awarded territory or region.

What type of training will I receive before I open a store?

For U.S. Opportunities: Totto Ramen will provide initial training for a minimum of  2 individuals, which is conducted at the Totto Ramen Training Center in Boston MA., prior to the new store opening. The training includes:

• 14 days of Training

• Up to 7 days of on-site training is also provided at the store opening.

For International Opportunities: Extensive training for the franchisee and his/her staff consists of several weeks at Totto Ramen training center and at the corporate office.

Is there a cost to attend the initial training?

For U.S. and International Opportunities: The cost for the initial training for the prospective franchisee and staff is included in the initial franchise fee. However, the prospective franchisee is responsible for all other expenses incurred while attending training, including travel costs, room and board, and employee salaries.

Is there ongoing support provided?

For U.S. and International Opportunities: You will have ongoing access to our expertise and materials in the areas of:

• Business development and administration

• Site selection and store leasing

• Construction

• Purchasing

• Training

• Store operations

• Quality control

• Advertising and promotions

• Marketing

• Research and development