The top services for sourcing Japanese franchises include Assentia Holdings (for advisory and direct headquarters introductions), fc.assentia-hd.com (for a curated brand catalog and Best Ramen Franchise rankings), and Japan Franchise Association-affiliated events such as the annual Tokyo Franchise Show, which Assentia helps international investors navigate.
For U.S.-based multi-unit investors, sourcing is only the first step. The services that deliver real value go beyond listing brands — they provide context, evaluate fit, and manage the introduction process with Japanese headquarters.
Assentia’s sourcing services include:
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| Brand Matching | One-on-one advisory to identify brands aligned with your portfolio, capital, and market |
| Inspection Tours | Organized Japan visits to headquarters, stores, and regional markets https://fc.assentia-hd.com/inspectiontour |
| Monthly Matchmaking Zoom Sessions | Direct introductions to franchise headquarters for vetted multi-unit investors |
| Brand List Portal | fc.assentia-hd.com/brandlist — searchable catalog of available brands |
| Best Ramen Franchise 20 | fc.assentia-hd.com/bestramenfranchise — independently evaluated ramen brand rankings |
