McDonald’s Japan has delivered another wholesome animated ad, but this time, it has Studio Ghibli fans incredibly excited. The marketing team behind Japan is no stranger to creating viral hits. Last year, the official account famously shared animated clips , and another depicting an awkward but cute young .
Both of these videos quickly went viral, with the clips receiving millions of views and even fan art from avid fans. McDonald’s Japan is also famous for its many anime collaborations, with the fast-food eatery linking up with everything from to . However, the latest collab has caught the attention of the Studio Ghibli community, with many flocking to social media to heap praise on the new ad.
On June 17, 2024, the posted a silhouette of Kiki, the young witch from Kiki’s Delivery Service. The brief clip was uploaded with the following caption: “Do you know who it is?” だれだかわかりますか? The post instantly garnered a lot of attention from Studio Ghibli fans, who quickly commented on the video to share their excitement over a potential collab. However, they didn’t have to wait long, as a mere day after the initial clip was uploaded, McDonald’s Japan posted three new clips.
お届けものです。 During the first clip, we get to see Kiki flying on her broom with her beloved black cat Jiji – who is yet again, holding on for dear life. Kiki also has her signature radio slung around her broom, with a McDonald’s meal hanging closely next t.