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Sanrio’s star has turned to vlogging, and Japanese social media appreciates her blunt truths and eternal grade-schooler optimism.
Is there anything Kitty can’t do? She can spiritually purify your house or room with salt now, so tell your ghost stories without fear of retribution!
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Japan’s Coast Guard has been around for 70 years, and mascot Umimaru for 20 – so it’s high time for a Hello Kitty teamup!
Hello Kitty’s home company is running its yearly poll to decide which out-of-company character will get their own event at the Puroland theme park.
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The newest instalment of Sanrio’s yearly horror night has a special twist, and covering your eyes won’t help you!
The world-famous Sanrio character wants to welcome you onboard her very own high-speed train.
Tuxedo Sam, Cheery Chums, and other beloved characters from decades past are here to fill your belly.
Anime series about guys who love Hello Kitty and friends seeks to hit emotional highs and lows.
Hello Kitty’s frog buddy sits with lonely diners, entices with adorable, delicious food and drinks.
Sanrio’s marketing comes full circle, then keeps on going.
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