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Expanding Japanese food business
throughout the U.S.
We believe that Japanese culinary culture has the potential to captivate people around the world. While dishes like ramen and sushi have gained international popularity, there are still many unique and appealing Japanese foods that remain largely unknown to global audiences.
However, there is a significant gap in quality between Japanese food available in Japan and that found abroad. This disparity exists because many successful Japanese food businesses face challenges with international expansion.
We are committed to providing the resources needed to expand Japanese food businesses across the U.S. while maintaining the high standards of quality found in Japan. Our mission is to spread the excellence of Japanese culinary culture throughout the U.S. and to allow many people to experience Japan’s charm.
Member
KANMI FRANCHISE INC. CEO
Wataru Hanaoka
After graduating from university, WATARU HANAOKA joined Mitsui & Co., Ltd., where he was involved in trading and investment activities focused on the Nordic region. He later took on MD (Merchandise Division) roles at UNIQLO, overseeing global product planning and marketing. In 2021, he founded a company with the mission to promote Japan’s exceptional content globally, managing the international expansion of numerous Japanese brands, particularly across Asia, Europe, and North America. Currently, he is KANMI FRANCHISE INC. CEO, sharing the vision to “dominate the American market with Japanese cuisine.”
Ryuichiro Ise
RYUICHIRO ISE founded his first company during his senior year of university. For 20 years, he successfully managed a marketing firm specializing in web advertising and email marketing, helping to promote exceptional individuals and products to the global market. Under his leadership, the group achieved an annual revenue of 1.5 billion yen. In 2021, he initiated an M&A business focused on American startups and relocated to Los Angeles. Currently, he is the founder of KANMI INC., a company dedicated to expanding the reach of high-quality Japanese food products in the U.S. market.
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We are looking for people to work with our partners who can together envision a future that will surprise the world in the field of food.
Currently Recruiting
US
- Business Manager
- Legal Expert
- HR Expert
We are looking for manager level personnel to expand our excellent Japanese food business throughout the U.S. We plan to open 19 stores by the end of 2025, and are looking for people who are ready to work immediately.
[Personnel Sought]
- English language skills
- Workable status
- Experience in a managerial role
- Experience as a manager
- Experience in new store opening or new business start-up.
- Experience in legal affairs
- Experience in HR operations
- Experience in preparing for a public listing.
- Experience in finance for business expansion in the U.S.
- Experience in capital policy and finance
Foreign countries
Remote working and Working in the U.S. with VISA
We are looking for core members from Japan and other foreign countries.If you are interested in developing Japan’s strengths together, please apply using the form.
[Personnel Sought]
- English skills
- Experience working for a general trading company
- Experience working for a foreign company
- Experience as a new project manager
- Overseas assignment experience
- Back office experience in food and beverage business
- Experience in headquarter of franchise business
- Experience in overseas local hiring and HR operations
- Experience in capital policy and finance
US
Store Staff Wanted
Join Us in Bringing a New Wave of Japanese Sweets to Los Angeles!
We are looking for core team members to join the first authentic Warabi Mochi specialty shop in the U.S.! This fall, a shop specializing in Japan’s traditional sweet, Warabi Mochi, will be opening in Los Angeles. We are seeking passionate individuals to help us share the taste of Japanese sweets with the world.
[Personnel Sought]
- Bilingual in Japanese and English
- Passionate about customer service
- Enthusiastic about spreading Japanese sweets to a wider audience