Warabimochi Kamakura
Franchise research report · reviewed 2025 disclosure data
Researching Warabimochi Kamakura franchise opportunities? Every figure below is cited to the FDD.
Warabimochi Kamakura operates the KBM-USA franchise, specializing in traditional Japanese warabimochi desserts and authentic sweets that bring centuries-old con
Headline figures
Quick facts
- How much does it cost to open a Warabimochi Kamakura franchise?
- The Warabimochi Kamakura Franchise Disclosure Document reports an estimated initial investment of $88,883–$226,667 (2025 FDD, Item 7, PDF p. 9). This is the franchisor's disclosed estimate, not a quote. Details
- What ongoing fees does Warabimochi Kamakura charge?
- The disclosed ongoing royalty is $40 (2025 FDD, Item 6, PDF p. 8). Other recurring fees are listed in Item 6. Details
- Does Warabimochi Kamakura disclose financial performance (Item 19)?
- No. The reviewed Warabimochi Kamakura FDD states that it does not make a financial performance representation in Item 19. Details
From reviewed FDD figures only. Not a recommendation or projection.
What the disclosures show
- 1Opening costs are estimated at $88,883 – $226,667 in the 2025 FDD (Item 7); several initial fee options apply.
- 2The franchisor makes no financial performance representation in Item 19.
From reviewed FDD figures only. Not a recommendation or projection.
Costs · Items 5–7
What does it cost to open?
Estimated opening costs and the fees payable to the franchisor.
Startup Investment — Item 7
Total estimated initial investment
2025 FDD · Item 7 · PDF p. 9
Ongoing Fees — Item 6
Selected recurring charges; payment bases and conditions remain attached to each fee.
- Royalty — initial subfranchise fees and royalties collectedMain ongoing fee
8 reported fees, each with its payment basis, are listed below; they haven't been sorted into recurring, initial and occasional groups yet.
Financial Performance — Item 19
What results are disclosed—and for which locations?
No financial performance representation in Item 19
The reviewed 2025 FDD for Warabimochi Kamakura has no Item 19 figures on record. Franopolis does not estimate revenue or earnings in their place; ask the franchisor and current owners what unit-level information they can share.
Outlet Changes — Item 20
How has the outlet count changed?
Coverage not stated in the reviewed record · counts as of year end of each year.
2025 FDD · Item 20 ·
Questions to investigate
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For the franchisor
Which line items in the 2025 Item 7 estimate ($88,883 – $226,667) vary most by market, and why?
Which initial fee option would apply to my situation, and what conditions or discounts affect it?
Warabimochi Kamakura reports no financial performance figures in Item 19. What information can you share about unit-level results?
Is a territory available in my area, and how is it defined in my agreement?
For current and former owners
How did your actual startup costs and timeline compare with the Item 7 estimate?
How many hours a week do you work in the business, and in what role?
What support from the franchisor has been most and least useful?
For your advisors
Ask a franchise attorney to review the territory, renewal, transfer and termination terms.
Ask an accountant to build a cash-flow plan using your own assumptions, not the franchisor's.
Sources & vintage history
Every displayed fact is retained with its disclosure vintage, item, page, and reviewed status. Prior vintages remain on file rather than being overwritten.
Citations (2025 FDD)
- [1]Estimated initial investment — Item 7 · PDF p. 9
"PDF p." is the page in the PDF file; "printed p." is the number printed on the FDD page. Source document: FDD
Territory & operations
These are contract disclosures, not confirmation that any territory is currently available.
Legal & agreement
Franchisor financial statements
| Fiscal year | Measure | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| — | cash and cash equivalents | $1,000,000 |
| — | prepaid and other current assets | $10,000 |
| — | total current assets | $1,010,000 |
| — | total assets | $1,010,000 |
| — | other payables | $308,010 |
| — | total current liabilities | $308,010 |
| — | total liabilities | $308,010 |
| — | common stock | $1,000,000 |
| — | accumulated deficit | -$298,010 |
| — | total stockholders equity | $701,990 |
| — | total liabilities and equity | $1,010,000 |
These figures describe the franchisor company, not individual franchise locations.
SBA-backed loans to franchisees
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Source: U.S. Small Business Administration 7(a) & 504 FOIA data. Loan volume is not a measure of franchisee success.
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Business history
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Owner participation
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Territory language
Litigation disclosure
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Bankruptcy disclosure
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Agreement term
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