The first Edo Japan is opened in Calgary, Alberta by Reverend Susumu Ikuta, a Japanese Buddhist minister who came up with the idea of serving traditional Teppan-style meals with a signature teriyaki sauce.

Edo Japan reaches Edmonton with the opening of a restaurant at Heritage Mall.

Reverend Ikuta decides to share his successful business opportunity by franchising Edo Japan.

Reverend Ikuta leaves the organization after being appointed Bishop of the Buddhist Churches of Canada. Tom Donaldson is hired as CEO, transforming Edo Japan from a “mom and pop” operation into a thriving franchise.

We launch our first street front restaurant to meet consumer demand by offering dine-in or takeout service in a contemporary and casual restaurant setting.

Edo Japan introduces a selection of sushi items at all mall locations.

We open our 100th restaurant at Namao Centre in Edmonton, Alberta.

Edo Japan wins bronze at the Canadian Franchise Association Awards of Excellence in Franchising.

Edo Japan is named a Canadian Franchise Association "Franchisees’ Choice" for the fifth consecutive year.  

Tom Donaldson retires and Dave Minnett becomes the President and CEO.

We open our first restaurant in Manitoba, at CF Polo Park in Winnipeg.

We begin partnering with delivery services such as SkipTheDishes, DoorDash and UberEats to bring Edo straight to your doorstep.

We open two more locations in Manitoba, three in Ontario, nine in Alberta and one in British Columbia.

We launch My Edo App and online ordering to make pre-ordering and pick up that much easier. Plus, customers earn Edo Cash for every order over $15, and get the 6th meal free!

We celebrate 25 years as a member of the CFA Franchise Association and we're selected as a CFA Franchisees' Choice Designee for the 10th consecutive year.

We’re famous for our teriyaki sauce, and now we’ve bottled it – opening up endless possibilities for customers to enjoy adding our signature sauce to their favourite at home dishes.

We are growing rapidly in Ontario and a number of franchising opportunities are available.

Edo Japan launches our latest culinary offering: bubble teas! These delightful beverages offer a refreshing twist to accompany our much-loved Teriyaki meals!

Edo Japan unveiled its captivating new brand platform, centered around the sentiment of "Honour the Crave." This ethos encapsulates our commitment to satisfying not just craving, but a deep-seated desire for quality, authenticity, and culinary excellence.          

Edo Japan proudly continues its commitment to franchise excellence within the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA). As a longstanding member, Edo Japan values the CFA's commitment to upholding industry standards and fostering growth opportunities for franchises across Canada.          

In a celebration of tradition and innovation, Edo Japan's 2023 Franchise Conference brought together franchisees and business partners under one roof. Held in vibrant city of Las Vegas, the conference served as a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and fostering meaningful connections.

We launched a new loyalty program, Edo Cash™ that rewards you for ordering the Edo Meals you love! Scan your Edo Japan app in-store or order in the app to receive Edo Coins, which you can redeem for an Edo Cash!

Celebrating 45 years of business excellence, Edo Japan marks a significant milestone with the opening of its 200th location in 2024. As Edo continues its rapid expansion into Eastern Canada, we look forward to continued growth, innovation, and honouring customers cravings for many years to come.

Edo Japan is honored to be recognized as a Bronze winner of the 2024 Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) Award of Excellence in Franchising, as well as receiving the Multi-Year Streaks Award (14 consecutive years). Considered the pinnacle of franchise achievement in Canada, the CFA Awards of Excellence in Franchising are given annually to franchise systems that have demonstrated superior franchise relations, leadership, training, and communications. 

As we wrap up a year of celebrating Edo Japan’s 45th anniversary, we are proud to announce the opening of our 200th location at Yonge and College in Toronto. This milestone reflects the strong belief in the brand from our franchisees, business partners, and customers alike. Read the full announcement here: https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/11/19/2983776/0/en/Edo-Japan-celebrates-45th-anniversary-with-opening-of-200th-restaurant.html

Edo Japan is proud to have earned 2025 Franchisees’ Choice Designation for the 15th year in a row. This recognition comes directly from our franchisee community and reflects their continued trust in our model and support. With over 200 locations and national growth underway, we’re honoured to grow alongside such dedicated partners.