Will Bohn on Mythryl: “Yes, this was a thing. So much food wasted in the name of Pokemon…”

Yes, this was a thing. So much food wasted in the name of Pokemon cards; not to mention it meant people who just wanted to eat couldn't get their meals.

The Japan Times@japantimes.co.jp

McDonald’s Japan has issued an apology following a weekend frenzy in which many bought its Happy Meals in bulk to get their hands on limited-edition Pokemon trading cards, only to discard the food afterward.

ebx.shMcDonald’s Japan apologizes over frenzy linked to Pokemon card promotionMany customers bought Happy Meals in bulk to get their hands on limited-edition Pokemon trading cards, only to discard the food and resell the cards online.

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