Pokémon Happy Meal Coming to McDonald’s Japan Starting August 8!

2025年7月17日 / 2025年7月17日 by IROHA | Leave a comment

Starting Friday, August 8, 2025, Pokémon is coming to McDonald’s Japan’s Happy Meal! This time, it’s a special promotion where you can receive an exclusive McDonald’s Pokémon card.

8/8(金)～
ハッピーセット®にポケモンのおもちゃが登場！

8/9(土)〜8/11(月)はポケモンカードも
もらえるよ！
#ポケモン
 #ポケカ
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— マクドナルド (@McDonaldsJapan)
July 15, 2025

Contents

1 What’s Inside the Happy Meal?
2 Extra Chances on August 9 (Sat), 10 (Sun), and 11 (Mon, public holiday)!

What’s Inside the Happy Meal?

The promotional image shows Pikachu and Charmander toys, but full details of the lineup have yet to be revealed.

Extra Chances on August 9 (Sat), 10 (Sun), and 11 (Mon, public holiday)!

Get a Pikachu + 1 Random Card (from 5 types)!

Each Happy Meal comes with one special illustrated Pikachu card and one additional random card from the following five Pokémon:

Riolu
Ralts
Fuecoco
Sprigatito
Quaxly

All cards feature the exclusive McDonald’s logo! Perfect not only for collectors, but also for children just starting out with the Pokémon card game.

Exclusive Pikachu Card Only at McDonald’s

The Pikachu card features a one-of-a-kind illustration of Pikachu staring at a hamburger—available only through this Happy Meal promotion. It’s a must-have for any fan!

Important Notes

Cards are available only while supplies last.
You cannot choose which random card you receive.
Distribution methods may vary by store.

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