Own a Bubble Tea Destination
Why Franchise with AKIHI?
Join a fast-growing bubble tea brand with loyal guests, modern digital ordering, and strong college-town roots.
AKIHI Bubble Tea is built around a simple idea: living in the moment. We’ve grown by creating warm, community-focused shops where guests can slow down, connect, and enjoy handcrafted drinks and snacks.
By partnering with us, you get:
- A recognizable brand with a strong presence across New Jersey
- Proven drink, snack, and dessert programs guests already love
- Digital ordering, loyalty, and marketing through our tech partners
- Playbooks for training, operations, and local store marketing
If you’re passionate about hospitality and ready to grow, we’d love to hear from you.
Is AKIHI Right For You?
We’re looking for operators who care about people as much as product.
We’re a great fit if you:
- Have prior experience in restaurant, café, or retail operations
- Are excited to be hands-on in your business (or have an operating partner who is)
- Love bubble tea, hospitality, and creating welcoming spaces
- Are prepared to invest in staff training, quality, and guest experience
Our most successful partners are community builders who want to be the go-to hangout spot in their neighborhood.
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Franchising FAQ
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