Randy’s Donuts makes its Japanese debut in Tokyo

American doughnut chain Randy’s Donuts has opened its first location in Japan, at the Log Road Daikanyama shopping complex in Tokyo.

Founded in 1952, the brand operates 25 stores in the US and has since expanded into South Korea, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, and Mexico. Its Japan master franchisee is operated by Grit International, led by former Don Quijote executive Tsuyoshi Haga.

Haga shared the brand’s distinct packaging helped spark his interest in bringing the concept to Japan. 

“I incorporated the knowledge I gained over the years at Don Quijote about creating a store that provides entertainment into Randy’s Donuts,” he explained. 

The storefront includes a large showcase that displays up to 1000 doughnuts and features cashless self-service ordering and a dine-in area.

The shop offers more than 40 doughnut varieties priced from US$2.45 to $3.74 (JPY360 to 550), along with drinks such as coffee, lemonade, smoothies, and tapioca beverages.

Haga added that the Tokyo location will serve as a foundation for further expansion in Japan.

 “We would like to establish a track record with this store and then increase the number of stores across Japan,” he concluded.”