The vendor opportunity at Hissho Sushi
Hissho Sushi operates 2,750 units, 2,614 of them franchised, in the quick-service restaurant segment. Item 19 of the FDD makes no financial performance representation. Franchised outlets grew 9.74% year over year. Hissho Sushi is part of Brentwood Associates, alongside sibling brand Blaze Pizza; the filing's mapped operator footprint shows 14 operators, including 3 multi-unit operators, concentrated in Alabama and Arkansas.
Who controls software purchasing
Franchisees must sign an Equipment Lease and Software License Agreement to access the Hissho Label System, paying a $1,500 non-refundable Initial Lease Fee, and must use Hissho Sushi's proprietary digital logbook system on a tablet it provides, with upgraded logbook equipment supplied when it requires a change. Franchisees must also purchase a laptop or tablet with internet access and Microsoft Office Suite to send email, submit orders, and receive statements through their company-issued email address. CEO Matthew Wilken is a relevant HQ contact for vendors.
Tech named in the FDD, and what is actually required
Item 11 of the FDD sets Hissho Sushi's technology requirements, centered on the Hissho Label System and the laptop, tablet, and email requirements above. Item 8 requires franchisees to purchase point-of-sale marketing materials exclusively from Hissho Sushi.
Procurement, renewals, and timing
Item 8 runs a designated-suppliers-only model: Hissho Sushi may designate itself, an affiliate, or a third party as the exclusive supplier for any product, its affiliate Lwin is currently the only approved distributor of most food items, and sushi products must come only from designated suppliers. Franchisees may propose an alternate supplier for approval. The initial term runs 3 years, with one additional 3-year renewal available to franchisees in good standing who give 6 months' notice and renovate the location.
How to read the Hissho Sushi FDD
The embedded viewer below carries Hissho Sushi's 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document, including the Item 8 and Item 11 language summarized above.
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