Compilation of McDonald’s commercials: a collection of ads featuring popular, captivating performers
McDonald’s, the hamburger chain with the largest market share in Japan.
McDonald’s commercials are produced actively, and when you watch TV or video sites, you often see new spots popping up.
In this article, we’ll introduce all the McDonald’s commercials that have aired so far in one go.
From those that drew attention for their star-studded casts to ones featuring charming, humorous direction, there’s a wide variety to enjoy.
We’ll also highlight the background music used in the commercials, so if there’s a song that caught your ear while watching, be sure to check it out.
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McDonald’s Commercial Roundup: A Collection of Ads Featuring Popular Performers (41–50)
McDonald’s Rice Chicken Tatsuta Detective Conan “Legendary Feast” version / “Twilight Feast” version
In collaboration with the anime Detective Conan, commercials for the Chicken Tatsuta and the Rice Chicken Tatsuta are now airing.
Both are structured like real anime episodes, with edge-of-your-seat developments.
Anime fans won’t want to miss them!
Time-Travelling Burgers: “Rich and Savory Kalbi Mac,” “Wild Beef Burger,” and “Kebab-Style Chicken Burger” Edition
Vaundy, whose nationwide tour tickets recently sold out instantly, provided the song “Wasuremono” (Forgotten Item) for the “Koku-Uma Karubi Mac” commercial.
The lyrics look back on past happiness and sorrow, which matched well with the ad’s theme of reflecting on previous World Cups.
If you listen to the full lyrics and then watch the commercial again, you’ll likely notice new details.
It’s also fun to consider what the title “Wasuremono” is meant to signify.
Rice Burger: ‘The Woman by the Window at Nighttime McDonald’s’ Edition
To commemorate Seiko Matsuda’s 40th debut anniversary, her classic “SWEET MEMORIES” was newly rearranged and re-recorded as “SWEET MEMORIES ~Amai Kioku~.” Remarkably, it was created based on a newly discovered, fully Japanese set of lyrics for “SWEET MEMORIES” written by lyricist Takashi Matsumoto.
The song is featured in McDonald’s commercial “Yoru no Mac de Madowagi no Onna” (“The Woman by the Window at Night at McDonald’s”) for the Gohan Burger, starring the comedy duo Knights’ Nobuyuki Hanawa and actor Katsumi Takahashi.
The ad highlights how, even though it’s fast food, McDonald’s offers a proper meal for adults who stop by on their way home from work, each carrying their own thoughts.
The ‘Happy Meal Graduation Ceremony’ Edition
A commercial titled “Happy Meal Graduation” portrays the growth of a cute big sister who moves on from Happy Meals and orders the same set menu as adults.
Featuring Akira Ishida of NON STYLE, the ad uses The NeverEnding Story Theme performed by the Dutch band Kayak.
The song was originally the theme for the German-American film The NeverEnding Story.
It was first sung by the English singer Limahl.
Brimming with dreamlike imagery perfectly suited to a fantasy film, the track evokes the question of what answers lie hidden within an endless journey.
McDonald’s Potato & Nuggets “Night Mac Manager / Godzilla at Five” versionSatoshi Tsumabuki, Sairi Ito, Noriyuki Hanawa, LiLiCo
This is McDonald’s commercial “Night McDonald’s Manager / Godzilla at Five O’Clock,” featuring Satoshi Tsumabuki and Sairi Ito.
The banter between Tsumabuki as the Night McDonald’s manager and Ito is delightful, and this time, in a lavish twist, “Gojida”—a playful nod to Godzilla—shows up to announce the start of Night McDonald’s hours.
And of course, the commercial’s song is the iconic “Godzilla Theme.”
Gracoro: “Ultra Rich Gracoro” Version
McDonald’s classic winter menu item, the Gracoro, is back with revamped versions: the “Super Gracoro” and the “Rich Gracoro.” This commercial features pro wrestler Masahiro Chono and even showcases an evolved take on the familiar “Gracoro Song,” titled “The Super-Rich Gracoro Song.” It’s surprising to see Chono—who’s strongly associated with the year-end Gaki no Tsukai specials—appear in such a pop-style ad and even show off his singing voice! Sung in a slightly husky tone, just like when he shouts “Goddamn,” the cute Gracoro song is absolutely unforgettable.
McDonald’s: “What is butterscotch?” (commercial)Sairi Ito
At various places like the office and the movie theater, Sairi Ito keeps hearing the word “butterscotch” and finds herself wondering, “What was that again?” Suddenly, someone takes her by the hand, and she’s swept into a group dancing and singing “butterscotch.” When her partner gives her a quick spin and toss, she lands—surprise—at McDonald’s! There she finally encounters the butterscotch and takes a delicious bite.