■You Can Start Various Store-Based Businesses!
If you can consider independence with startup funds up to ¥10 million, you can include various store-based businesses such as restaurants, day services, and buyback shops as candidates. You can also open a cram school franchise with strong brand power!
■Watch Out for Labor and Training Costs
Depending on the store size, you may need to hire staff. There are cases where not only the owner but also staff require training, so factor in training costs as well.
■Plan Your Independence Carefully!
Going independent at a scale of up to ¥10 million in startup funds takes time to recoup the investment because the initial outlay is large. That is precisely why the franchisor's training, advertising, and product development capabilities are reliable. Work with the franchisor's representative and FC Owners to prepare systematically and aim for stable operations.
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No large initial investment or special qualifications are required. This model is fully specialized for small-scale projects, making it suitable for both side hustles and full-time employment.
This model, with its high unit price and high repeat customer rate, allows for high profits at a single store, ensuring stable management. The affordable pricing leads to a high repeat customer rate, and the two founders' social media presence, along with social media posts from celebrities, provides significant exposure across various media outlets, resulting in strong customer attraction.

The reuse business, which converts unwanted items into cash, is less susceptible to economic fluctuations and is attracting attention as a growing business. The reuse market within the franchise industry saw sales expand from 1,210 billion yen in 2009 to 1,539 billion yen in 2013. Furthermore, the market itself is projected to reach 2 trillion yen by 2025. This growth is partly due to the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake. Following the earthquake, there was a shift in consumer attitudes towards secondhand goods, and sales increased significantly from that year onward. This type of buyback business, which aligns with the needs of the times, offers a great chance of success and is a recommended industry for those considering starting a business.
Can be done by one person Starting from scratch Excellent support Start with low capital Low risk due to no inventory
The service plan uses a monthly membership model, allowing for a stable revenue base once a sufficient number of members are gathered. Within this model, instead of focusing on short-term weight loss, the service aims at "health management/exercise habits/hobbies," resulting in a high member retention rate. Specifically, because the headquarters is a company specializing in digital marketing, optimizing on-site operations and designing customer acquisition strategies using online data has enabled a membership conversion rate exceeding 80%, and a retention rate of 88% for more than six months. As a result, there is no need to hold inventory or large machines, allowing for a business design that enables investment recovery in as little as nine months by designing a low initial investment and a profit/loss line with low selling and administrative expenses.
Opened in 2022, "Yaizu Bushi Udon Shota" started out as a popular udon restaurant known for its delicious bonito broth, attracting long lines of customers and gaining extensive media attention. As of February 2024, it has appeared on TV 10 times in one year (including national broadcasts) and has been featured on numerous popular YouTube channels.

Simply serve yogurt or acai, top with fruit, and hand it over. With a process that requires almost no cooking or preparation, taking only about 3 minutes and 3 steps, even part-time staff can easily manage it. You can start your own business with a franchise fee of 2.5 million yen (no security deposit), and headquarters provides comprehensive support from property selection and loan consultation to interior design. The initial investment can be recovered in as little as 6 months. You can achieve your dream of owning a full-fledged cafe with limited funds.
This unique brand combines Hokkaido's popular soup curry with "dashi" (a type of broth from Hokkaido), a familiar ingredient to Japanese people.

In aging Japan, 18% of the elderly currently require long-term care (or support), totaling 5 million people. This number is projected to reach approximately 5.92 million by 2020, making it clear that the demand for long-term care services will continue to grow. However, there is a shortage of special nursing homes and short-stay facilities, and staffing shortages make it difficult to provide individual attention to each user. Therefore, in addition to regular day services, Juraku also offers 24/7 overnight day services, reducing the burden on families and providing a comfortable environment where users can spend the night with peace of mind. By creating a home-like atmosphere in its facilities and limiting the number of users to 10, Juraku prioritizes individual care, making it a popular choice for many users and their families. Juraku differentiates itself from other companies by considering the needs of both users and their families.
Starting from scratch Excellent support Contributing to the local community and society

Our gelato shop offers over 200 varieties annually using our own unique recipes, with new seasonal flavors introduced every month. Our recipes are original, offering a richer flavor than authentic Italian gelato while maintaining a refreshing aftertaste. This tailored taste, suited to Japanese palates, sets us apart from other ice cream shops. Furthermore, our operations are simple, eliminating the need to waste time on training.
Starting from scratch Excellent support Women playing an active role Jobs with no retirement age For new business ventures for corporations

In Japan, it is estimated that approximately 9% of children aged 7 to 18 have some form of disability, representing a potential user base of 1.22 million. After-school day services are a new service that emerged following the amendments to the Act on Support for Persons with Disabilities and the Child Welfare Act in April 2012, but currently, they only reach about 7% of children who need them. Despite the declining birthrate in Japan, the number of children requiring special support is increasing, and demand for such services is expected to grow in the future. Furthermore, because after-school day services are a licensed business, there are fewer competitors compared to other industries. Since 90% of the usage fees are paid by the government, the out-of-pocket expenses for users are low, making it an easily accessible service for continued use.
Can be done by one person Starting from scratch Excellent support Women playing an active role A couple becomes independent Storeless business Low risk due to no inventory Contributing to the local community and society