Franchising

Edo Japan debuts 200th unit

November 22, 2024

Canada-based Edo Japan has opened its 200th restaurant this week in Toronto and now spans the Prairies, British Columbia and Ontario, serving over 11 million meals annually.

"Edo Japan has built a strong reputation as one of Canada's pioneering fast-casual, Japanese-inspired franchises by consistently prioritizing quality and service," Dave Minnett, president and CEO of Edo Japan, said in a company press release. "As we celebrate our 45th anniversary and the opening of our 200th restaurant, we reflect on our journey and look forward to continued growth into new territories in 2025. Our proven business model thrives across diverse markets, supporting our franchisees' success and driving investment in multiple locations."

Edo attributes its success to a robust franchisee network, strong profitability model, comprehensive training programs and extensive market research to ensure optimal location selection.

"Our franchise partners, particularly those with long-standing operations in Alberta, are increasingly investing in the Ontario market, driven by stable growth opportunities," Terry Foster, vice president of operations and franchising, said in the release. "We are dedicated to maintaining the quality and service standards our customers expect through our intensive franchise development and training programs. Our team members, both at the home office and in the field, alongside our franchise partners, are integral to Edo's success as one of Canada's leading food brands."

Committed to community support, Edo, founded in 1979 in Alberta, has partnered with local food banks across Canada since 2010, raising over $1 million through its annual holiday giving campaign. Additionally, in collaboration with ChopValue, Edo has recycled more than 148,000 chopsticks for use in furniture and other products.