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McDonald's Japan Cuts Pokémon Card Promo Amid Waste Uproar

8/13/2025

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In Japan, McDonald's found itself in hot water as customers tossed aside Happy Meals in a frenzy for limited-edition Pokémon cards, leaving mountains of uneaten food outside their restaurants. The promotion was cut short amid the uproar over waste, prompting McDonald's Japan to denounce scalping and reaffirm their dedication to family dining values.

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In Japan, McDonald's found itself in hot water as customers tossed aside Happy Meals in a frenzy for limited-edition Pokémon cards, leaving mountains of uneaten food outside their restaurants. The promotion was cut short amid the uproar over waste, prompting McDonald's Japan to denounce scalping and reaffirm their dedication to family dining values.