McDonald's Japan launches Pokémon Happy Meal toy promotion on August 7 with purchase limits
McDonald's Japan is running a Pokémon Happy Meal promotion starting August 7, 2026, tied to the franchise's 30th anniversary, featuring 12 toy designs covering 30 Pokémon. No trading cards are included, but purchases are capped at six Happy Meals per group and transaction from August 7 to August 9, with third-party delivery platforms excluded during those three days.
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12 toy designs featuring 30 Pokémon, including all 27 starters plus Pikachu, Eevee and Snorlax
“The collection includes 12 toy designs featuring 30 Pokemon in total. All 27 starter Pokemon from the series’ nine generations are represented alongside Pikachu, Eevee, and Snorlax.”source
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Promotion contains toys only, no Pokémon trading cards
“The restrictions come despite the new promotion offering no Pokemon trading cards.”source
- purchase_limitreported
Six Happy Meals per group and transaction from August 7 to August 9
“According to McDonald’s Japan, customers will be limited to six Pokemon Happy Meals per group and transaction between August 7 and August 9.”source
- release_datereported
Pokémon Happy Meals launch across Japan on August 7
“The new Pokemon Happy Meals launch across Japan on August 7 as part of the franchise’s 30th anniversary celebrations.”source
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Six toys available August 7-13, six more from August 14, all 12 from August 21 while stocks last
“Six toys will be available during the first wave from August 7 to August 13. Another six will arrive on August 14, before all 12 enter circulation from August 21 until stocks run out.”source
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Unavailable via third-party delivery platforms during August 7-9; McDonald's own delivery still available
“The meals will also be unavailable through third-party delivery platforms during those three days. Customers can still order through McDonald’s own delivery service.”source
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