McDonald’s Japan and The Pokémon Company Unveil Exclusive Pokémon Happy Meal Promotion for 2025

McDonald’s Japan and The Pokémon Company have announced a highly anticipated collaboration set to captivate Pokémon fans in the summer of 2025.

Beginning August 8, 2025, customers visiting McDonald’s locations across Japan can participate in a special Pokémon Happy Meal campaign, available for a limited time while supplies last.

This exclusive partnership revolves around classic Happy Meal promotions, providing a unique opportunity for consumers to receive Pokémon-themed collectibles.

With every Happy Meal purchase, customers will receive a randomly selected Pokémon toy, making it an ideal experience for collectors and families alike.

This campaign underscores the ongoing association between McDonald’s and the Pokémon franchise, both of which hold significant cultural influence in Japan and globally. Taking the collaboration further, from August 9 through August 11, 2025, McDonald’s Japan will be distributing original Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) cards as part of the event.

Customers during this three-day window will receive a Pokémon TCG card featuring a McDonald’s-exclusive Pikachu illustration along with an additional, randomly distributed exclusive card.

In total, there are five unique McDonald's-exclusive Pokémon TCG cards to collect, inspiring fans and collectors to visit throughout the promotional period. A spokesperson for McDonald’s Japan remarked that this collaboration aims to deliver memorable experiences for families and Pokémon enthusiasts.

They emphasized the excitement surrounding the distribution of exclusive Pokémon toys and trading cards, highlighting the companies’ shared commitment to community engagement and entertainment. Currently, the promotion is confirmed only for Japanese McDonald’s locations.

While international fans may hope for a broader rollout, no announcement regarding global availability has been made at this time.

McDonald’s Japan and The Pokémon Company have a longstanding history of successful co-branded campaigns, and this latest initiative is expected to generate substantial interest given the enduring popularity of Pokémon and the collectible nature of exclusive TCG cards. The Pokémon Trading Card Game continues to uphold its position as a leading franchise both in Japan and worldwide, supported by regular collaborations with prominent brands like McDonald’s.

Nintendo, which publishes the Pokémon video game series, maintains its reputation for innovative partnerships that enrich fan experiences on various platforms including Nintendo Switch and the eShop. This 2025 Happy Meal campaign offers both limited-edition merchandise and an opportunity for families and collectors to celebrate Pokémon’s vibrant legacy.

Fans in Japan are encouraged to participate early, as supplies for both toys and exclusive trading cards are limited.

For more official updates, customers should refer to McDonald’s Japan and The Pokémon Company’s official channels in the months leading up to the event.

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