McDonald's Japan's collaboration with Pokémon causes food waste frenzy
A collaboration between McDonald's Japan and Pokémon sparked concerns about food waste and consumer ethics. CNN's Hanako Mongomery reports.
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McDonald's Japan's collaboration with Pokémon causes food waste frenzy
Watch A collaboration between McDonald's Japan and Pokémon sparked concerns about food waste and consumer ethics. CNN's Hanako Mongomery reports.
