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**Headline: McDonald’s Japan Implements Strict Rules for Happy Meals After Pokémon Promotion Chaos**

London, U.K. – McDonald’s Japan is implementing new rules for purchasing Happy Meals following the chaotic launch of its Pokémon-themed meals in August, which led to food waste, reselling, and general disruption. According to Newsweek reporter Jasmine Laws, the fast-food giant will now limit purchases to three Happy Meal sets per group or account, suspend home delivery and mobile ordering for the meals, and prohibit customers from selecting specific toys. These measures are designed to combat bulk-buying for resale and the subsequent disposal of unwanted food.

The changes come as McDonald’s Japan releases four new Happy Meal sets in collaboration with Sanrio. The company stated it will not tolerate the reselling of Happy Meals or food waste. McDonald’s will evaluate the success of the new rules after Saturday and adjust its response as needed.

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