RAKKAN Ramen - Franchise
Quick Summary
RAKKAN Ramen brings authentic Japanese ramen with a wellness-first twist—100% plant-based broths crafted for deep umami flavor. Founded in Tokyo in 2011, the brand has grown internationally with a focused menu, purified-water preparation, and noodles made for its recipes. Fermented seasonings and vegetable-based dashi deliver the richness guests crave while welcoming a wide range of dietary preferences. Franchise partners receive training and ongoing support to run consistently.
RAKKAN Ramen
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2026
| Minimum Cash Required | $200,000 | |
| Net Worth Required | $200,000 | |
| Total Investment | $400,000 - $900,000 | |
| Franchise Fee | $20,000 | |
| Financing Assistance | 3rd Party | |
| Year Founded | 2017 | |
| # of Existing Units | 9 | |
| Franchising Since | 2019 | |
| Training & Support | Yes | |
| Home Office Location | Gardena, CA |
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RAKKAN Ramen - Franchise
RAKKAN Ramen Overview
RAKKAN began as a small, four-seater restaurant in Nishiazabu, Tokyo in 2011, founded with a passion to bring authentic Japanese food to the world. Since then, the brand has expanded internationally while continuing to focus on healthy, tasty ramen made with a 100% plant-based broth.
Tagline
Flavor You Crave, Wellness You Deserve.
Brand Vision, Mission, and Values
Vision
To transform the global ramen experience by championing plant-based innovation, fostering a culture of wellness, and making delicious, nutritious ramen accessible to everyone.
Mission
RAKKAN crafts innovative, authentic Japanese ramen with 100% plant-based broths that delight the palate and nurture the body—offering a satisfying bowl of ramen that leaves guests energized and content without compromising on health or taste.
Values
- Authenticity: Honoring traditional Japanese ramen through carefully crafted broths.
- Health: Delivering ramen that is both delicious and nourishing.
- Inclusivity: Serving a wide range of dietary preferences, from meat lovers to vegans.
- Sustainability: Prioritizing eco-friendly sourcing and production practices.
- Community: Building connections through shared meals in a warm, welcoming environment.
The Core Concept
RAKKAN’s core concept is “Changing the world’s cuisine through RAKKAN Ramen.” The menu is built around a 100% plant-based broth designed to be satisfying and flavorful while appealing to vegan-preferred and health-conscious guests, families, and older adults.
About Our Food
RAKKAN is a focused ramen shop serving authentic Japanese ramen. The broth is built to amplify flavor with a “dashi bomb,” using carefully chosen vegetables and RAKKAN’s own fermented seasonings to bring out rich umami—without using meat or seafood in the broth.
About Umami and RAKKAN’s Broth
Umami is a key element of RAKKAN’s flavor approach, commonly associated with fermented seasonings in Japanese cuisine. RAKKAN’s umami broth highlights ingredients such as kombu (kelp) dashi, mushrooms, onion, garlic, ginger, and carrot to create depth and satisfaction in every bowl.
What Makes RAKKAN Unique
- Top-quality fermented seasoning: Flavor-forward seasonings rooted in Japanese culinary tradition.
- Water: Emphasis on purified water as an important ramen ingredient.
- Noodles: Noodles made specifically for RAKKAN recipes.
Our Strength
RAKKAN uses 100% plant-based broth for all ramen soups, avoiding pork or chicken bone stocks. This supports a distinct market position with a diverse menu and healthy options while still delivering the rich, satisfying experience ramen fans crave.
Operations and Support
RAKKAN emphasizes a simple operation designed to be learned through an initial training program, and provides support for market research and site selection activities (support may vary by region). The brand supports both single-unit and multi-unit franchise development (availability may vary by region).
Service and Aftercare
RAKKAN provides an aftercare package and ongoing support to help franchise partners operate consistently and successfully, including assistance with store planning and brand-aligned resources.
Growth
RAKKAN has expanded beyond Japan and continues to grow internationally, bringing its plant-based ramen concept to new markets.
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