Own a Mooni Mooni
Join the Japanese cheesecake movement. A franchise pathway to entrepreneurial success.
The Opportunity
A brand built with intention
Mooni Mooni brings a proven recipe — perfected across 135+ locations worldwide — to the United States, beginning with our Edina, Minnesota flagship. Our proof-of-concept store pairs a focused product line with a premium brand identity: signature orange packaging, editorial design, and a product guests photograph before they taste.
The Japanese dessert café market is growing rapidly, and we support franchisees end to end — from site selection and build-out to training and marketing.
Why Mooni Mooni
Built to endure
Proven Recipe
A perfected recipe refined across 135+ locations worldwide.
Growing Market
Japanese cheesecake is one of the fastest-growing dessert categories in the US.
Full Support
From site selection to training to marketing, we're with you every step.
Simple Operations
Streamlined menu with a focused product line means efficient operations.
Site Guidelines
The right space
| Minimum Size | 1,200 sq ft |
| Recommended | 1,500+ sq ft |
| Location | High-visibility, high-foot-traffic preferred |
| Patio | Preferred |
| Parking | 5–15 spaces |
Financial Information
The investment
| Franchise Fee | $35,000 |
| Royalty | 5% |
| Marketing Fee | 2% |
| Net Worth Requirement | $500,000 |
| Liquid Assets | $200,000 |
| Estimated Total Investment | $350,000 – $550,000 |
All figures are estimates and subject to change. Final details are provided in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
The Process
From inquiry to opening
- 1
Application
Submit your inquiry for review.
Application
Submit your inquiry for review.
- 2
Interview
Meet with our franchise team.
Interview
Meet with our franchise team.
- 3
Financial Review
Documentation and qualification check.
Financial Review
Documentation and qualification check.
- 4
Approval
Welcome to the Mooni Mooni family.
Approval
Welcome to the Mooni Mooni family.
- 5
Training & Build-Out
Site selection, construction, staff training.
Training & Build-Out
Site selection, construction, staff training.
- 6
Grand Opening
Your doors open for business.
Grand Opening
Your doors open for business.
Franchise FAQ
Common questions
Get Started
Franchise inquiry
Tell us about yourself and your market. Our team will be in touch within 5 business days.
This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. An offering can only be made by a Franchise Disclosure Document, which is provided to qualified candidates in accordance with applicable law. Certain states require registration of franchise offerings; we will not offer or sell franchises in those states until registration is effective and the Franchise Disclosure Document has been delivered.