McDonald’s Japan Reveals New Gundam Collab Menu
McDonald’s Japan has officially announced a new collaboration with the immensely popular Mobile Suit Gundam anime franchise, featuring classic characters like Amuro Ray and Char Aznable.
The new collaborative menu will see the seasonal Chicken Tatsuta burger range, and a host of refreshing side dishes, take on a Gundam theme for 2026.
Mobile Suit Gundam is a legendary mecha anime series that originally debuted in 1979 and revolutionized the giant robot genre.
The franchise focuses on the intense interstellar conflicts between Earth and various space colonies, featuring iconic mobile suits and complex political dramas.
To celebrate this unique crossover, a brand-new original mecha design officially named the Gundam Chicken Tatsuta Custom has been revealed:
A special fully animated television commercial will also begin broadcasting to promote the new menu.
The promotional video mimics the nostalgic style of the original anime’s next episode previews:
It features Amuro Ray piloting the new custom mobile suit to defend the seasonal burgers from his legendary rival Char Aznable.
Other fan-favorite characters such as Bright Noa, Lalah Sune, Gaia, and the adorable mascot Haro also make appearances holding the tasty treats.
Each burger will be served in special limited-edition packaging adorned with iconic artwork:
Fans can collect wrappers and boxes displaying Amuro, Char, a Zaku, and the legendary “Last Shooting” scene.
Let’s take a look at the full range of delicious food and beverages that will be available during this campaign!
- Chicken Tatsuta
- Price: 460 yen (approx. $3.00 USD / £2.40 GBP)
The classic returning favorite features ginger soy-flavored chicken with a slightly spicy, creamy sauce in a soft bun.
- Tartar Yurinchi-style Chicken Tatsuta
- Price: 520 yen (approx. $3.40 USD / £2.70 GBP)
This new addition blends sesame oil with garlic and green onion, topped with a ginger-accented Yurinchi-style tartar filling.
- Cheese Chicken Tatsuta
- Price: 490 yen (approx. $3.20 USD / £2.60 GBP)
This burger adds mild cheddar cheese to the classic ginger soy chicken and creamy sauce combination.
- Shaka Shaka Potato Butter Soy Sauce Seasoning
- Price: 50 yen (approx. $0.30 USD / £0.20 GBP) plus the cost of fries
The popular seasoning returns with an upgraded flavor profile utilizing rich Hokkaido butter.
- McFizz Japanese Citrus Yogurt Flavor
- Price: 300 yen (approx. $2.00 USD / £1.60 GBP)
A refreshing carbonated drink blending Hyuganatsu and Amanatsu citrus juices with a mellow yogurt flavor.
- McFloat Japanese Citrus Yogurt Flavor
- Price: 380 yen (approx. $2.50 USD / £2.00 GBP)
This rich dessert beverage tops the vibrant citrus and yogurt drink with a swirl of soft-serve ice cream.
The animated television commercials are scheduled to begin broadcasting across Japan on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
The collaborative food lineup will officially launch the following day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Hungry fans can find these limited-time Gundam-themed menu offerings at participating McDonald’s restaurant locations across Japan.
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