How McDonald’s Pokémon Promotion Went Terribly Wrong

In this episode of the Abroad in Japan podcast, Chris and Pete discuss a range of topics, starting with Pete's frustrating quest to buy a "LaBooBoo" doll for his niece, highlighting the absurdity of collectible crazes. They then share a listener's story about a honeymoon trip to Japan where the listener contracted adenovirus after drinking from a mold-covered purification fountain. The conversation shifts to McDonald's discontinuing a One Piece promotion due to excessive food waste caused by collectors seeking promotional cards. Finally, they answer listener questions about cultural differences between England and Japan and offer advice to a student moving to Japan for university, before discussing Japanese barbershops and Natsuki's salon.