McDonald’s opens first stand-alone cafe outlet in Shibuya’s Omotesando
Monday saw McDonald’s Japan open its very first cafe-style outlet in Tokyo. But don’t expect to get your usual order of a quarter-pounder and french fries. In order to more directly compete with...
View ArticleMcDonald’s recalls commemorative Olympic glasses in Japan
McDonald’s Japan announced a public recall on Wednesday for all its Olympic-themed glass tumblers used as giveaways in recent months. Spokespeople for the fast food chain say they have received 78...
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‘Potato Parties’ lead to misconduct at McDonald’s Japan
Everyone knows McDonald’s French fries are an addicting, fattening mess but that’s what people love about them, especially myself. McDonald’s Japan is currently running a special sale on French fries,...
View ArticleIn One Sweep: McDonald’s to shut outlets and offer more home delivery
I don’t know about you but the thought of crispy McDonald’s french fries makes my mouth water. Replacing that sensation with damp, limp home-delivered meal combo is certainly unappetizing. So I am...
View ArticleMcDonalds’ sales continue to decline; price hike coming by May
The smile on Ronald McDonald’s face seems to be growing thinner as McDonald’s Japan continues to post declining sales for the 12th consecutive month and a 12% drop in operating profits from the...
View ArticleReport warns of contaminated Chinese-imported chicken used in Japan’s fast food
A report in the Japanese weekly Shukan Bunshu warns of allegedly contaminated chicken imported from China that may be finding its way into the stocks of Japan’s top fast food retailers. Shuuji Okuno,...
View ArticleMcDonald’s Japan offers ‘Mega Potato’ fries to share with friends
1,142 calories – that’s how much you’ll be consuming when you eat a whole serving of McDonald’s Japan’s Mega Potato Fries. The newest offering from the fast-food giant gives customers three-quarters of...
View ArticleFans brave Singapore crowds in the name of rare Hello Kitty toy
Hello Kity’s charm never gets old, spanning generations and even causing people to risk their health, not to mention the amount of money they are ready to shell out. With such love for the most famous...
View ArticleMcDonald’s Japan appoints Canadian as new president
The worldwide burger chain’s Japan office announced on Tuesday that it now has a new president. Replacing Eiko Harada is Canadian Sarah Casanova, who immediately took office. Meanwhile, Harada is to...
View ArticleMcDonald’s outlet in Tokyo finally removes sign saying ‘homeless’ are...
A McDonald’s outlet in Tokyo has finally removed a sign in the store that says homeless people are “unsuitable” customers more than a year after they posted it. The store had received a lot of...
View ArticleMcDonald’s to close 74 stores, cuts profit forecast by half
McDonald’s Holdings Co. Japan Ltd. fell as much as 2.4 percent, its lowest in Tokyo trading after making public its decision to close 74 stores all over Japan and cutting its projected annual profit by...
View ArticleManga creator Shigeru Mizuki owes long life to burgers, pizza and sweets
Famous manga creator Shigeru Mizuki recently launched a book that highlights his eating habits, which he believes has helped him reach this age in his life. The 91-year old creator of Ge Ge Ge no...
View Article7-eleven Japan gets sales boost from cheaper coffee
Global convenience store giant 7-eleven seem to have found the way to the hearts of Japanese coffee drinkers. Just over a year after they installed automatic coffee dispensers at its convenience stores...
View ArticleMcDonald’s Japan to offer free extra toppings to counter sales tax increase
While news of Japan’s sales tax hike may have upset many consumers, one fast food chain is making sure you get more from your money’s worth. McDonald’s is now offering up to double portions of their...
View ArticleMcDonald’s Japan moves to target families and children under new leadership
While McDonald’s is a favorite among minimum wage employees who want to have the best quality of food for their money, the globally-famous fast-food chain is now expanding its demographic. Because it...
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