Japan's 'Meat Monster' and 5 other outrageous sandwiches

Burger King Japan unveils a 1,160-calorie sandwich stuffed with a chicken breast and two beef patties. A look at other American-inspired mega meals

Burger King Japan tops the caloric charts with the "Meat Monster": Two hamburgers, a chicken breast, two slices of cheese, and three slices of bacon all for 1150 calories.
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Japan, not known for its over-the-top eating habits, is taking a step toward becoming a true Fast Food Nation. Burger King Japan's new 1,160-calorie 'Meat Monster' is stacked high with two hamburger patties, a chicken breast, two slices of cheese, and three slices of bacon (plus lettuce, tomato, and onion, perhaps as a token nod to health). Of course, the West has provided plenty of inspiration in the past. Here, some of the heavyweight sandwiches that have captured headlines and increased waist sizes in recent years:

1. Hardee's Monster Thickburger

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