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Japan has always had a knack for taking Western ideas and turning them on their head, churning out some weird and wonderful gems in the process. So it’s not surprising that the fast food world in Japan is an absolute goldmine of unusual creations and bizarre taste sensations. From towering burgers to chocolate sauces, we take a look at some of the most mind-boggling limited edition releases we’ve seen in Japan over recent years.
1. Caviar and Lobster Burger from Wendy’s (1,280 yen [US$12.53])
2. Rice Burger from MOS Burger (230-350 yen [$2.25-$3.43])
3. Natsumi Lettuce Burger from MOS Burger (300-370 yen [$2.94-$3.62]).
4. French Cruller Guruguru Chorizo Burgerfrom MOS Burger (390 yen [$3.82])
5. Ramen Burger from Lotteria (680 yen [$6.66])
6. Kuro Ninja Burger from Burger King (690 yen [$6.75])
7. The King’s Dog from Burger King (490 yen [$4.80])
8. Windows 7 Whopper Burger from Burger King (777 yen [$7.61] for the first 30 people each day, otherwise 1,450 yen [$14.19])
9. Kit Kat and Mango Dessert Pizza from Strawberry Cones (1,630 yen [15.96])
10. The Rodeo Burger from Burger King (690 yen [$6.75])
11. Colonel Bacon Potato Fritters from KFC (170 yen [$1.66])
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12. SPAM & BLT Burger from Burger King (330 yen [$3.23])
13. NY Pizza Burger from Burger King (1,680 yen [$16.44])
14. Taco Naan and Curry Naan from MOS Burger (360 yen, 340 yen [$3.52, $3.33])
15. Mt. Fuji Burger from R Burger (1,500 yen [$14.68])
16. Quatro Anniversary Pizza from Domino’s Pizza (3,850 yen [$37.68])
17. Salty Butter Chicken Burger from MOS Burger (360 yen [$3.52])
18. Foie Gras Rossini Burger from Wendy’s (1,280 yen [$12.53])
19.Chocolate Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken Burger from Lotteria (390 yen [$3.82])
20. Tsuke Potato with Ghana Milk Chocolate Dipping Sauce from Lotteria (340 yen [$3.33])
We hope you made it through the fast food odyssey with your arteries intact!
Source: AcidCow
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