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Store-opening chart | Preparing to open in Tokyo
This is an example for a roadside restaurant. In principle, you may contact us at any stage.
Write a business plan
Selling points, strengths, target customers and concept; a menu outline, floor area, seats, average spend and a spending plan.
Funding plan
Own funds of about half the total are a typical guide. Discussions with banks, Japan Finance Corporation, leasing firms and others.
Property search
Information from real-estate partners and existing-fit-out auctions. Coordination with related companies is also possible.
Property viewing
We can join you and judge on the spot whether the premises suit the plan, plus a rough cost.
Property contract
Negotiating when rent starts and the deposit, and recording photographs of the current condition.
Selecting other vendors
Introductions or intermediation for purchasing, kitchens, insurance, cable, cards, an administrative scrivener, furnishings and others are also possible.
Commission design and planning
See the ten-step process. We turn the image into a plan and handle the work as one project.
Construction contract and opening date
A programme is set and the opening date is decided. Payment methods and other terms are written in the contract.
Official applications
Applications to the fire department, health centre, police and others, in a practical order. Seals are required.
Utility applications
NTT works, and start-of-use notices for water, electricity and gas.
Store name and logo
Several logo options are submitted. They are also needed for sign design.
Menus, direct mail and shop cards
Printed items are typically ordered about three weeks before opening. Website production and printing are charged separately from the construction contract.
Site visits and mid-term checks
On-site checks according to the programme. The designer in charge responds quickly to changes.
Attendance at official inspections
The operator (or a representative) must attend. We handle the response.
Handover of the completed store
Checks, operating instructions and return of keys complete the handover.
Fire-prevention manager course
A course required under the Fire Service Act (about six hours in one day).
Training and a test run
A rehearsal of about one to four weeks before opening, to adjust circulation, air-conditioning, lighting and other points.
Subsidy applications
For corporations and similar cases, asking a labor-and-social-security attorney can make the procedure smoother.
A reception
An introduction and thanks for related partners. Comments can be used to improve the store.
Opening
Check preparations carefully and go into opening day.