Kirby Plush Happy Meal Toys Debut at McDonald’s Japan: Release Dates and Details

McDonald’s Japan Collaborates with Nintendo to Release Exclusive Kirby Plush Happy Meal Toys Fans of Nintendo’s beloved Kirby series and collectors of gaming merchandise have reason to celebrate: McDonald’s Japan has officially announced a unique collaboration with Nintendo, introducing exclusive Kirby plush toys in their Happy Meal boxes.

This highly anticipated initiative is set to delight both longtime Kirby fans and newcomers, offering high-quality collectibles instead of the typical plastic toys. Eight Collectible Kirby Plushes Launching February 23rd According to McDonald’s Japan, a total of eight differently themed plush toys will be made available as part of the Happy Meal promotion.

Seven of the plushies feature variations of Kirby himself—Nintendo’s iconic pink, floaty hero—while one plush represents the widely adored character Waddle Dee.

Notably, one variant showcases Kirby with a cone in his mouth, referencing a memorable moment from the franchise.

The campaign is scheduled to begin on Friday, February 23rd, with toys distributed at participating McDonald’s locations across Japan. A Two-Wave Release Structure The promotion is structured into two distinct waves.

The first wave, starting February 23rd, introduces the initial batch of plush toys.

The second wave, spanning March 1st through March 7th, expands the lineup with Sleepy Kirby, Yellow Kirby, Jumping Kirby, and the popular Cone Mouth Kirby.

This limited-time campaign encourages collectors to visit multiple times to complete their plush collection. In their official announcement on Twitter, McDonald’s emphasized their excitement for bringing Kirby to Happy Meal boxes, aiming to provide a memorable experience for families and fans throughout Japan. Future Availability and International Potential As of now, McDonald’s Japan has not confirmed plans to release these Kirby Happy Meal toys in regions outside Japan.

Given Kirby’s global popularity—bolstered by recent mainline titles such as Kirby and the Forgotten Land for the Nintendo Switch—fans around the world remain hopeful for a broader rollout in the future.

Until further updates emerge, the Japanese market remains the exclusive destination for these sought-after Kirby plush Happy Meal collectibles. For dedicated Nintendo enthusiasts and merchandise collectors, this partnership between McDonald’s Japan and Nintendo represents an exciting fusion of pop culture and gaming nostalgia.

Stay tuned for more updates on potential availability and related Nintendo collaborations, as the community anticipates further announcements from both companies.

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