"In July 2023, a certain young comedy duo's YouTube channel featured a video where all members ordered hamburgers at McDonald's without overlapping their menu choices. It was interesting to see each member's personality reflected in their choices - some went for the classic menu items, some chose what they wanted to eat, and others tried to avoid overlapping with others. However, unexpectedly, out of 8 people, 3 pairs ended up ordering the same items. Some even expressed their frustration at accidentally overlapping, despite trying to avoid popular choices. The video had a disclaimer stating 'personal opinions' on the screen, but hey, are you guys picking a fight with McDonald's? Well, let's try the unpopular 'Teriyaki Chicken Filet-O' that they seem to dislike. Personally, I've never thought of ordering this menu item at McDonald's. I like the 'Chicken Tatsuta' and would order it when it's available, but I've never tried the Chicken Filet-O. I'd rather get the 'Chicken Filet Sandwich' at KFC if I wanted to have a chicken filet burger. I visited the McDonald's at Hirao in Sapporo on a weekday around 1 pm, ordered the 'Lunch Mac Teriyaki Chicken Filet-O' with fries and grape Fanta. After trying it, I must say, it's not as bad as it seems. The teriyaki sauce may go better with a hamburger patty, but the Chicken Filet-O isn't bad either. Especially if you like teriyaki sauce, you might not dislike it. Have you ever tried the 'Teriyaki Chicken Filet-O'? The McDonald's at Hirao in Sapporo is a peculiar place, claiming to be in Hirao despite being in Katsura Ward. It's strange considering there's a Tsuruha Drug and a Business Supermarket on the same premises, and even the Uenohoro store. Maybe they should just name it 'McDonald's Ion Mall Sapporo Hirao Store' to avoid confusion. Lastly, the service rating of 2.5 is due to the sloppy presentation of the burger and fries, even though it was past the lunch peak time with few customers. Also, paper straws are not ideal - they get mushy towards the end. For dine-in customers with proper waste disposal, I'd prefer plastic straws."

The coffee at convenience stores is good, but if there is a McDonald's nearby, I tend to go there instead. Even with the price increase to ¥100 to ¥130 for mobile orders, I believe it is worth it. The coffee has been greatly improved and no longer tastes thin like before. While driving, I checked my navigation system for a coffee shop and ended up at McDonald's. I placed a mobile order and within 2 minutes, my coffee was ready. The quantity was generous and the aroma was nice. Even though it's not the season for rich coffee, I enjoyed a few sips before continuing my drive.

I was hesitant to post a photo, but I decided to write my thoughts as a memo and post it here. I always write shallow reviews, so I wanted to share my thoughts on the Milky Shake I tried. I love milky soft serve ice cream, and I was curious about this shake because a YouTuber I watch often reviewed it. It was quite sweet, so I think I would have gotten tired of it if I had ordered a small size. It had a thick sweetness, almost like condensed milk... It was so sweet that it felt like my teeth might hurt. The packaging with Peko-chan was cute. I unexpectedly got to try the collaboration product I was curious about, so I'm glad I stopped by on my way home. Thank you, Wu-ta-san, for your hospitality!

On a certain weekday when most people have a holiday, and in Hokkaido where there are still some concerns about the number of cases, I finished work early and decided to visit the not-so-crowded McDonald's Hiraoke store during the holiday. When I arrived, as expected, it wasn't too crowded, which was a relief. This day, I ordered the "McFlurry Tsukimi (320 yen)" and the usual "Iced Coffee M (coupon 120 yen)" since it's been a while since I visited the Hiraoke store. So, I took a bite... Hmm, I personally don't dislike it. It has soft serve ice cream as a base, with flaky toppings and a few pieces of what seems like black honey-flavored warabi mochi at the bottom... which I thought was a bit hard. Overall, it's not a bad dessert. Finally, I finished my usual iced coffee. Thanks to this, I was able to relax for a while. Thank you for the meal.

Well, I've already had my first solo McDonald's experience, so now it's time for my drive-thru debut! I hate waiting in line, so I'm avoiding peak hours and going early at 7:30 am to take advantage of the morning deals. I ordered a muffin set, but they gave me a regular set instead. Oh well, it's fine either way. Back home, I enjoyed the melted cheese, which was delicious. The buns seemed different from the regular McDonald's ones, a bit chewier maybe? The side menu item in the set was hash browns, which were nicely salty even without ketchup. The set drink was a straight tea, Earl Grey with a hint of bergamot, quite tasty. All this for only 400 yen, which is cheap, right? Next time, I'll try the muffin set and also get a 100 yen soft serve. Thanks to the "Hiraoka store" for the meal!

On a certain weekday, I had planned to visit Starbucks for some time adjustment, but it was crowded, so I decided to go to McDonald's in Hirao instead. When I arrived, it wasn't too busy, which was good. That day, I ordered a "Hot Strawberry Pie (coupon 110 yen)" and an "Iced Coffee (coupon 120 yen)" from the limited-time menu. I took a bite... Oh, the red pie crust with gooey strawberry jam-like filling made me think I needed to switch my mindset from apple pie. I finished off with the iced coffee. Thanks to this meal, I was able to adjust my schedule. Thank you for the meal.

On a certain weekday, I stopped by for some time adjustment at the McDonald's Hirao store in Kita-ku, Uenohoro. When I arrived, I saw some fathers relaxing in the evening. This time, I ordered a "Double Cheeseburger (coupon 290 yen)" and an "Iced Coffee M (coupon 120 yen)" that I haven't had in a while, as I can't review just drinks from the menu. Let me take a bite... Hmm, although it doesn't have much thickness, the two slices of dark-colored cheese with a salty taste and the lightly juicy patties seem luxurious, and the balance with the classic ketchup and sliced pickles is good, making it a nice treat once in a while. Next, the iced coffee is the only thing I wish McDonald's could improve on recently. If it tasted a little better, I might visit more often. Anyway, thanks to the discounts, I can stay here inexpensively, which is helpful. Thank you for the meal.

I went out and stopped by McDonald's Sapporo Hirao store for dinner. It was my first time visiting this location, which I chose because it was close on my way back from Chitose. The parking lot is huge! I ordered the "Parent and Child Teriyaki Mac Set" (740 yen), which seemed like a new item. It was delicious! Good job, McDonald's! I thought this might be a bad McDonald's item, but it was surprisingly tasty! (о´∀`о)

On a certain weekday, I stopped by the usual McDonald's in Hirao, Kiyota-ku to adjust my schedule. Luckily, it wasn't too crowded today. Instead of just getting a drink, I decided to try the "McFry Potato Matsutake Dashi L (coupon 180 yen)" and my usual "Iced Coffee M (120 yen)" that I found on a coupon. Let's take a bite... Oh, this is interesting! Personally, the combination of the saltiness of the fries and the seasoning powder can be a bit salty, which concerns me as an older man worried about my blood pressure, but the flavor of the matsutake soup powder clinging to the fries is impressive. Next, the iced coffee is fine. I remembered that McDonald's announced they wouldn't burden customers too much with the tax increase starting in October, which is a relief for us common folks. Thank you for the meal.

The "Tsukimi Burger" makes me feel like it's autumn when I see it (lol). I was really curious about the new menu item this year, the "Tsukimi Pie." It has red bean paste and mochi inside, which is a perfect combination. It can't be anything but delicious. This time, I was drawn into the McDonald's drive-thru I found on my way home and ordered. - Tsukimi Burger: The egg inside gives it a stable taste. Even in fast food seasonal menus, you can feel the autumn vibes... This year, there is also a version with golden buns called the "Gold Tsukimi Burger," but the regular one is consistently delicious. - Tsukimi Pie: This is the first appearance this year. The pie crust has a salty flavor, which pairs well with the sweetness of the red bean paste. The texture of the mochi adds an accent, making this a delicious dessert. Among the various pies I've had, this one might be the best by far. I hope it becomes a regular item... The Tsukimi series for autumn was delicious and consistent. Thank you for the meal!!

On a certain weekday, I stopped by my usual McDonald's, located in Hirayama. I arrived to find a moderate number of customers, which was perfect for me. This time, I decided to try the new autumn menu item, the "McFlurry Custard Shiratama (320 yen → 290 yen)", along with my usual "Iced Coffee M (150 yen → 100 yen)". Taking a bite... Hmm, I see. The cup contains the classic creamy soft serve with four crunchy yellow shiratama balls, which add a nice texture. The yellow balls have a custard-like flavor that gives a hint of autumn. The iced coffee for 100 yen is a great deal! Lately, I've been frequenting McDonald's a lot. Thanks for the meal.

In the morning, nothing beats a freshly made Chicken Crisp Muffin. I had to come to Hiraoka area for some errands, so I decided to grab breakfast here. The Chicken Crisp Muffin and Sausage Muffin are really good for a breakfast menu. The Chicken Crisp Muffin, when freshly made, has crispy chicken that tastes delicious. It's not often I come across something like this, but today was a hit. I had a great morning enjoying my meal. This restaurant is far from where I live, so I can't come often, but I definitely want to visit McDonald's again. Getting to eat something delicious and filling for only 230 yen is a good thing.

Sometimes I suddenly crave for potatoes. Even though there are other fast food options, I always end up going to McDonald's. I ordered the Teriyaki Chicken Filet-O set for 660 yen and the Petite Pancake (Apple & Cream) for 200 yen. The Petite Pancake was cute, about 5 cm in diameter, and there were 7 pieces in the pack. It came with a dispenser pack for the apple & cream filling. The combination of apple and cinnamon flavor was quite enjoyable. The Potatoes and Cola at McDonald's is a perfect match. The salty and fizzy soda with the potatoes is irresistible. I love the crunchy potato sticks, and I enjoy searching for the sharp ones while eating. The Teriyaki Chicken Filet-O was made with chicken breast meat, which I prefer over chicken thigh meat. The sandwich was filled with lettuce and plenty of mayonnaise. The glossy teriyaki sauce coating the chicken was sweet but delicious. The combination of sweet and salty flavors in each bite was addicting. McDonald's is more like entertainment than a proper meal, so I don't overthink about the quality of the ingredients. After indulging in McDonald's, I make sure to return to healthier eating habits. Just like balancing play and study, it's important to have a balance in our diet as well.

On a certain weekday, I stopped by the usual Hirayama McDonald's to pass the time. When I arrived, it wasn't too crowded, but the customers were mostly in summer vacation mode. I decided to try the limited edition items on the menu that day: "McShake Kyoho S (with a 100 yen discount)", "McFry Potato L (with a 150 yen coupon)", and "Iced Coffee M (with a 120 yen coupon)". I started with a sip of the shake... Wow, my brain immediately recognized the taste as "grape", and the grape's acidity helped balance out the sweetness of the shake, which was great. Next, the fries seemed extra large and piping hot, with just the right amount of salt. I finished off with the iced coffee. I suddenly realized that I really love new and limited edition items. Thank you for the meal.

On a certain weekday, I stopped by the usual Hirayama McDonald's to adjust my schedule. When I arrived, it was the usual time but there were more customers today, which is nice. From the menu on that day, I decided to try the slightly discounted "Ice Coffee S and Waffle Cone Soft Serve Set (190 yen)" and since I wanted to stay a bit longer, I also ordered a "Hot Coffee M (coupon 120 yen)". Let's take a sip... I see. The soft serve ice cream seems to be a base for various flavors, with a soft and creamy texture, and considering the price, the waffle cone that came with it was surprisingly large. Next, the hot coffee took a while to be ready. It was served at a lukewarm temperature. As for the ice coffee in the set that has been recently advertised... Hmm, is it just me or does it seem a bit easier to drink? Maybe. Suddenly, there was a strange request from the old man. Thank you for the meal.

One weekday, I stopped by my usual McDonald's, the Hirayama branch, to pass the time. When I arrived, I noticed that there were a lot of strong-looking guys there today. I decided to try the new summer limited edition items on the menu - the "Yogurt-flavored Mac Shake M (coupon 180 yen)" and the "Iced Coffee M (coupon 120 yen)" - and ordered them from a fresh-looking young lady. I took a sip... Wow, it's surprisingly refreshing. I had a vanilla shake the other day, which was quite sweet, but this yogurt-flavored shake has a nice, light taste with just the right amount of sweetness. Even though I'm not a fan of sweet things, I enjoyed it. The iced coffee was as good as always. Thanks to this meal, I was able to pass the time nicely. Thank you for the meal.

On a certain weekday, I stopped by for time adjustment at the usual McDonald's in Hirao, Kiyota-ku. When I arrived, it was lunchtime, and it seemed like the local ladies were having their meals. From the menu on this day, since I had just had lunch, I decided to use a coupon and ordered the "McShake 4 Berry Flavors (150 yen)" and a hot "Coffee M (100 yen)". Let's take a sip... Hmm, once again, the McShake with a strong suction power is necessary, and the limited-time 4 berry flavors are sweet and sour, quite delicious. Next, the hot coffee is much better than iced coffee. Suddenly, I realized that it's convenient to spend less money at McDonald's compared to Starbucks. Thank you for the meal.

I am using this store for the first time. Nearby, there are ramen restaurant Kohyakushi, soba restaurant Sakura, GEO, and Tsuruha. Today, a new product called "Kaimyo Burgers" was released, so I stopped by on my way back from shopping. "Kaimyo Burgers" is re-releasing past popular burgers under a new name for a limited time (until early June). There are three types: "Jyoka-rubi" (formerly Karubi Mac), "Nikotama" (formerly Tamago Double Mac), and "Remomomon" (formerly Icon Chicken Salt & Lemon). I have tried "Tamago Double Mac" a few times in the past. I like burgers with eggs, so this time I decided to try something I haven't had before, "Jyoka-rubi" (formerly Karubi Mac). I ordered a set meal with a regular coke. I asked for freshly fried potatoes, so I waited for about 3 minutes. "Jyoka-rubi" comes in a box. The buns are spread with mayonnaise and filled with lettuce, patty, and beef ribs. When I opened the box, it looked a bit disappointing, but it tasted good with the tender beef ribs and delicious sauce. It made me crave for white rice. The freshly fried potatoes were crispy as expected. I always get excited when I find the extremely thin or pointed potatoes at the bottom of the box. I love the crunchy texture. Ah, delicious. The cola goes well with it. Thank you for the meal!

On a certain weekday, I stopped by the usual McDonald's in Hirao, Kiyota-ku to adjust my schedule. When I arrived, the number of customers was not much different from usual, which was a relief. On this day, I noticed the "Junior Big Mac" on the menu, which caught my eye. I decided to try it along with a "Hot Coffee M" using a coupon (290 yen → 270 yen for the Big Mac Junior, 150 yen → 120 yen for the Hot Coffee M). So, I took a bite... Hmm, I'm not sure what the benefit of the Big Mac is, but the sesame seed bun with onions, lettuce, and pickles, along with the presence of yellow cheese and the intentionally coarse ground patty, gave it a slightly firm and crunchy texture. Personally, I thought it all came together nicely. As for the Hot Coffee, I have no comment on that... I think it's great that they offer easily accessible menu options! Thank you for the meal.

On a certain weekday, I visited the usual McDonald's in Hirao, Kiyota-ku to kill some time. As always, the restaurant was clean and quiet in the dining area, but surprisingly noisy behind the counter for some reason. Despite my usual rule of not reviewing just coffee, I decided to try the Hot Apple Pie Drink Set (190 yen) which seemed to be part of a promotion. I ordered a hot coffee to go with it. Taking a sip, I noticed that the apple slices added a nice sweet and sour taste, complementing the crispy texture of the pie. As for the coffee, it was decent. It seemed like they might be having some kind of training session, as the usually quiet restaurant was bustling with activity in the kitchen. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.