Why McDonald’s means so much to a rural Japanese city

OFUNATO, Iwate Prefecture—High school student Hayato Kumagai said he can’t believe the Golden Arches will soon rise over his city here along the Sanriku…

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1. Why McDonald’s means so much to a rural Japanese city

   The Asahi Shimbun · 2026-11-01 00:00 UTC

   OFUNATO, Iwate Prefecture—High school student Hayato Kumagai said he can’t believe the Golden Arches will soon rise over his city here along the Sanriku Coast, bringing more than just burgers and fries.

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