TOBIKO FLYING FISH ROE SUPPLY BUSINESS PLAN
I. Executive Summary
Company Description
Kaito Roe takes its name from the Japanese words for sea and flight, reflecting the product’s ocean origin and the delicate, flying-fish roe we supply. Operating in the U.S. seafood and specialty food ingredients sector, we are a premium supplier of sustainably sourced tobiko (flying fish roe), launching operations in 2026. Our core product is high-grade, texture-forward tobiko supplied to high-end sushi restaurants, specialty grocers, and seafood distributors. We emphasize sustainability and cold-chain integrity to preserve freshness and texture. One-liner: premium, sustainable tobiko delivered fresh via specialized cold-chain logistics.
We run end-to-end sourcing, quality control, cold-chain logistics, and B2B sales with a team experienced in seafood procurement and food-safety compliance. What sets us apart is a dedicated cold-chain infrastructure, strict supplier audits, and tailored pack sizes for chefs, which together reduce spoilage and ensure consistent plate-ready quality. Target customers are U.S. high-end sushi establishments and specialty food distributors that value traceability and texture. Short-term goals are to establish regional pilot accounts and validate logistics in 2026; long-term goals are nationwide distribution and recognized sustainability certification. One-liner: reliable, traceable tobiko for chefs who demand consistent quality.
Problem
U.S. sushi restaurants and specialty retailers face unreliable tobiko supply: shipments often arrive with inconsistent freshness, variable color, and lost "pop" texture, directly degrading dish quality and presentation.
Broadline seafood distributors lack specialized tobiko handling and storage protocols, causing higher waste, damaged reputations, and lower customer satisfaction for operators who depend on premium roe. The market needs a supplier that guarantees consistent sensory quality through dedicated cold-chain and quality controls.
Solution
We establish a dedicated direct-to-business cold-chain supply of premium, sustainably sourced tobiko starting in 2026 to solve inconsistent quality, poor texture and color, unreliable deliveries, and lack of sourcing transparency that chefs and specialty retailers face.
One-liner: Direct, cold-chain delivery of premium tobiko that keeps texture and color as chefs expect.
Mission Statement
We supply the highest-quality, reliably sourced tobiko to culinary professionals across the United States, so sushi chefs never have to compromise on ingredient integrity. We commit to sustainability, transparency, and excellence in cold-chain logistics to ensure product integrity, traceability, and minimal environmental impact. Our goal is to be the indispensable partner for chefs and to elevate standards in the Japanese culinary industry through ethically sourced ingredients and rigorous handling.
Key Success Factors
Five concrete advantages drive our operational and financial edge.
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Exclusive supply agreements with top-tier sustainable fisheries ensure consistent, premium raw material access.
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$120,000 industrial cold storage on-site secures inventory quality and lowers spoilage risk.
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Two-month break-even demonstrates rapid market fit and tight cost control.
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Experienced management: a $135,000 Director of Operations and a dedicated QC Manager ensure production and quality excellence.
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Scalable economics: projected revenue of $6,416,000 by Year 5 with high EBITDA margins, backed by FDA compliance and rigorous quality audits.
Financial Summary
Summary of projected financial performance and key return metrics for the Executive Summary.
Ratio |
2026 |
2027 |
2028 |
Projected Revenue |
$1,423,000 |
$2,188,000 |
$3,385,000 |
Projected EBITDA |
$264,000 |
$790,000 |
$1,538,000 |
Expected ROI |
IRR 9.79% / ROE 9.12% |
IRR 9.79% / ROE 9.12% |
IRR 9.79% / ROE 9.12% |
Financial requirements include a minimum cash buffer of $656,000; breakeven occurs in Feb-26 with a total payback of 18 months; forecasted five-year revenue reaches $6,416,000.
The financial outlook is positive: growing revenue, expanding EBITDA, and mid-single-digit IRR/ROE performance.
Funding Requirements
$656,000 secures operations and asset build-out through Jun-26.
Categories |
Amount, USD |
Capex — cold storage, fleet, lab, WMS, furnishing |
$410,000 |
Working capital — inventory procurement |
$140,000 |
Working capital — initial staffing payroll |
$60,000 |
Working capital — cold chain logistics & freight |
$20,000 |
Working capital — B2B marketing & sales launch |
$16,000 |
Operating contingency |
$10,000 |
Working capital |
$246,000 |
Total funding required |
$656,000 |
Financial snapshot: Year 1 revenue $1,423,000 growing to $6,416,000 by Year 5; EBITDA rises from $264,000 (2026) to $3,729,000 (2030); IRR 9.79% and ROE 9.12%; break-even in Feb 2026 with 18-month payback; unit sales grow from 17,000 to 68,500.