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Jipangyi Korean Ice Cream

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Report / Takedown · Last updated July 2026

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Jipangyi Korean Ice Cream is a popular dessert franchise in the Philippines known for its distinctive J-shaped corn cane cones filled with soft-serve ice cream. Brought to the country by Happy Recipe Food Enterprise, the brand combines a fun novelty street food experience with locally manufactured ingredients that support Filipino farmers.

Key Facts

Franchise fee
₱150k
Total investment
₱600k – ₱800k
ROI / payback
~12 months
Format
Multi-format
Staffing
2+ crew
Year founded
2014
Branches
58+
Company type
Sole proprietorship

Franchise Overview

If you're looking for a highly visual, Instagram-ready dessert concept that captures the massive local love for Korean pop culture, you'll love Jipangyi Korean Ice Cream. The brand centers around its signature J-shaped cane cone made from corn, which is hollowed out and filled from both ends with premium soft-serve ice cream.

This innovative design prevents traditional messy drips while offering an unconventional, crunchy texture that pairs perfectly with cold ice cream. It turns an ordinary dessert trip into a fun, interactive snack experience that naturally draws crowds in busy commercial zones.

About Jipangyi Korean Ice Cream

Jipangyi Korean Ice Cream introduced a refreshing twist to the Philippine dessert sector by launching its traditional Seoul-style cane ice cream locally. Managed by Happy Recipe Food Enterprise under entrepreneur Jay Ong, the brand stands out not only for its novelty but also for its commitment to domestic agricultural sustainability. The unique J-shaped cones are manufactured locally using corn sourced from Filipino farmers, allowing the franchise to maintain an affordable price point while ensuring consistent product quality across all locations.

Operationally, the brand is structured to minimize complexity while maximizing daily output. The core menu features straightforward soft-serve flavors like vanilla, chocolate, and seasonal fruits injected seamlessly into the hollow corn tube using specialized equipment. Because the cone itself acts as a natural barrier to prevent dripping, customers can enjoy the snack on the move, making it an exceptional product for high-foot-traffic indoor and outdoor spaces.

The business model relies heavily on a turnkey setup that simplifies the day-to-day management for independent operators. Franchisees receive comprehensive support ranging from heavy-duty soft-serve machinery and proprietary corn cone supplies to detailed crew training programs. This standardized approach keeps waste low, operational labor minimal, and product presentation uniform regardless of the branch location.

With dozens of branches operational across major commercial shopping centers, the brand has demonstrated enduring market appeal. It captures a diverse demographic of impulsive dessert buyers, students, and family shoppers who are looking for a quick, wallet-friendly treat. The compact design of its retail footprints allows for flexible positioning inside premiere commercial venues, optimizing rental costs and driving faster returns on capital investment.

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Key Differentiators

  • Signature J-shaped corn cane cone
  • Drip-free hollow dessert tube design
  • Locally manufactured corn cone supply
  • High visual appeal drives marketing
  • Affordable premium Korean dessert experience
  • Simple low-waste retail operational workflow

Target Audience

  • Korean cultural trends enthusiasts
  • Millennial and Gen Z students
  • Mall shoppers seeking quick snacks
  • Families with young children
  • Social media active food reviewers
  • Impulse dessert buyers in malls

Where the brand operates

Market Presence: The brand is highly established in major SM and Robinsons malls across Metro Manila, with active footprints extending into key provincial cities in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

Availability: Quezon City, Manila, Makati, Mandaluyong, Caloocan, Marikina, Valenzuela, Malabon, Bacolod, Iligan, Koronadal

Investment & Returns

Franchise fee₱150,000
Total investment₱600,000 – ₱800,000
Estimated ROI period12 months
Estimated breakeven3 months
Territory exclusivityNo

Informational only, not investment or legal advice. Figures reflect the year they were published and may change; confirm details directly with the franchisor and the relevant agencies before investing.

Requirements & Support

What you need

  • Skill level: Basic food service operation
  • Space: 4–8 sqm
  • Ideal location: Mall food courts, high-traffic commercial hallways, transport hubs, and lifestyle centers
  • Staff: 2+ crew

What the package covers

Turnkey food cart package setup. Equipment provision, crew training, initial stocks, and raw material supply logisitics

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