Food Wars: McDonald's in Japan vs. the U.S.

TLDRA comparison of McDonald's in Japan and the U.S, including differences in portion sizes, menu items, and prices. Highlights include unique beverages and exclusive burgers in Japan.

Key insights

🍔Portion sizes and menu items vary between McDonald's in Japan and the U.S.

🍟McDonald's fries are available in different sizes in both countries.

🍦Unique dessert items, such as McFloats and Mac Frappes, are exclusive to McDonald's in Japan.

🍎Japan offers exclusive menu items like Teriyaki Burger, Samurai Mac, and Ebi Fillet-O.

💲The prices for comparable meals at McDonald's in Japan are generally higher than in the U.S.

Q&A

What are the portion sizes for sodas at McDonald's in Japan?

In Japan, sodas at McDonald's come in three sizes: small, medium, and large.

Do McDonald's in Japan offer chicken nuggets?

Yes, chicken McNuggets are available in Japan in various sizes such as 5, 15, and 30 pieces.

Are there any exclusive desserts in the U.S McDonald's?

Yes, the U.S. offers exclusive desserts like M&M's McFlurry and Hot Caramel Sundae.

What is the price difference for a Big Mac value set in Japan and the U.S?

In Japan, a Big Mac value set costs 690 yen (around $6.21), while in the U.S., the same meal costs $8.54.

Are there any unique menu items in both Japan and the U.S?

Yes, while there are exclusive items in both countries, the Teriyaki Burger and Quarter Pounder with Cheese are common to both menus.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the video and the comparison between McDonald's in Japan and the U.S.

00:31Comparison of soda sizes and chicken McNugget servings in Japan and the U.S.

01:22Difference in fry sizes between McDonald's in Japan and the U.S.

01:54Comparison of the size and price of the Big Mac value set in Japan and the U.S.

02:27Overview of exclusive menu items in Japan and the U.S.

03:01Introduction of McDonald's dessert items available exclusively in Japan.

03:55Preparation of a custom McFloat using available ingredients in the U.S.

05:01Comparison of breakfast menu items in Japan and the U.S.

06:00Overview of exclusive breakfast sandwiches and pancakes in Japan.

08:01Introduction of unique burgers available only in Japan, such as the Teriyaki Burger and Samurai Mac.

09:52Comparison of the exclusive burgers in Japan and the variations of the Quarter Pounder with Cheese in the U.S.

11:40Introduction of specialty sandwiches and shrimp filet burger at McDonald's in Japan.

12:26Comparison of exclusive chicken sandwiches in Japan and the exclusive chicken sandwiches in the U.S.

13:12Introduction of the Roasted Soy Sauce Double Thick Beef Burger and Samurai Mac.

13:57Overview of the Ebi Fillet-O, a shrimp filet burger available only in Japan.

14:19Conclusion and recommendation of the exclusive McDonald's menu items in Japan.