Counter and dining room of Tokoro Sushi Bar in Leipzig

FRANCHISE · TOKORO SUSHI BAR

Become a Tokoro franchise partner

Sushi craft you can learn. Bring the Tokoro concept from Leipzig-Gohlis to your city – with training at the counter, proven recipes and our own digital systems.

★ 4.8 on Google – over 3,000 reviews · 96 points Falstaff Streetfood Guide 2026 · Tripadvisor Top 3

Why Tokoro?

Real craftsmanship

Our sushi master learned his craft in Japan and received certificates there in traditional Japanese cuisine. This knowledge is at the heart of every Tokoro.

Live counter as an experience

Guests see their sushi being made. Plus live filleting events, up to a whole tuna, that fill tables and get people talking.

Award-winning quality

4.8 stars on Google from over 3,000 reviews, 96 points in the Falstaff Streetfood Guide 2026, Tripadvisor Top 3 in Leipzig.

Our own digital systems

Reservations with Yuhiso and tokorotable.de, POS connected to SIDES. Built by restaurateurs for restaurateurs.

Several revenue streams

Restaurant, pickup & delivery, catering, live events, vouchers and merch – one concept, many sources of income.

A strong brand online

Tokoro is active on TikTok and Instagram. Your location gets visibility from day one.

What you get from us

Training at the counter:

Intensive training at Tokoro Sushi Bar Leipzig – fish knowledge, filleting, rice, nigiri, maki, sashimi, hygiene and counter operations. Personally by Hung Phi, who learned the craft directly from the sushi master. Duration: on request.

Recipes & standards:

All Tokoro recipes, sauces and signature rolls, hot kitchen, plating standards and quality guidelines, plus supplier recommendations.

Systems:

Reservations with Yuhiso, listing on tokorotable.de, SIDES POS connection, online ordering.

Marketing:

Brand identity, your own location page on tokoro-sushi.de, social-media content, opening campaign, event formats such as live filleting, and vouchers.

Location & opening:

Location analysis, concept for fit-out and counter, on-site support for the opening.

Ongoing support:

Quality visits, menu updates and regular exchange.

Sushi master at Tokoro in LeipzigSushi chef filleting a whole tuna live at a Tokoro catering event in Leipzig

Formats

Tokoro Sushi Bar

Live counter, restaurant & pickup · Floor space on request · Seats on request

Tokoro Takeaway & Delivery

Pickup & delivery · Floor space on request

Tokoro Counter

in market halls & food halls · Floor space on request

Transparent terms

Entry fee:
on request
Ongoing fee:
on request
Marketing contribution:
on request
Total investment:
on request
Equity:
on request
Contract term:
on request

We share all costs openly in the first conversation – no hidden fees.

Who we are looking for

  • A passion for Japanese cuisine and a genuine host mindset
  • Hospitality or leadership experience is an advantage
  • Willingness to work in the business yourself
  • Equity: on request
  • A suitable location – or the willingness to find one with us
  • Taking part in the training in Leipzig
  • Uncompromising about freshness, quality and hygiene

Because we train every partner personally, we award only a few partner spots each year.

Your path to Tokoro

  1. 01

    Application

    Fill in the questionnaire. We will get back to you within 2 business days.

  2. 02

    Get to know us

    First conversation, preferably with us in Gohlis over sushi at the counter.

  3. 03

    Trial day

    Spend a day at the counter in Leipzig and see how Tokoro works.

  4. 04

    Location & planning

    Location analysis, business plan and contract.

  5. 05

    Training

    Intensive training at Tokoro Sushi Bar Leipzig.

  6. 06

    Opening

    Joint opening with on-site support.

Frequently asked questions

No. You will learn everything in our training in Leipzig – from the fish to the finished nigiri.

Hospitality or leadership experience is an advantage. What matters more is commitment, leading a team and a love of the product.

Total investment depends on format and location. You will get all the details in the first conversation.

We review every location individually – just get in touch.

That depends on the location and conversion work – we will discuss a realistic timeline in the first conversation.

Start now – your Tokoro questionnaire

LET’S GO

Answer a few short questions – we will get back to you personally within 2 business days.

  1. 1About you
  2. 2Your background
  3. 3Your vision

Step 1 of 3

Bring Tokoro to your city.

Fancy a conversation? Fill in our questionnaire, write to info@tokoro-sushi.de or call us – we look forward to hearing from you.

All information on this page is non-binding and does not replace pre-contractual disclosure.