Interestingly, she is the only Sanrio character who has a name change between games. Cyd’s Japanese name, Punks, is a direct reference to the punk movement, and possibly even to Sid Vicious ...

Though McDonald’s has been around in the U.S. since 1940, Japan didn’t welcome the fast food chain until 1971. Happy Meals were rolled out in 1979—called “Happy Sets” in Japan—and since then, they’ve ...

Japan is known for its kawaii culture, which is often associated with the country's countless cute characters and mascots, most notably Sanrio’s beloved Hello Kitty. Everyone is familiar with ...

Created by Yuko Shimizu in 1974, the character remains a beloved icon, with collectibles ranging from stationery to high-end ...

Sanrio's Cinnamoroll receives a new tech accessory collection from CASETIFY, featuring phone cases and laptop sleeves ...

The Sanrio Characters Baby Friends toys, which come with a gum, are available in stores around Japan. You’ll need to look for them in the snack section.

Hello Kitty is celebrating her 50th birthday this year. Sanrio, the Japanese company behind the iconic character, has much to ...

This association with Hello Kitty started from just a thought during the pandemic, Aneeth Arora was surfing Netflix when she ...

If your love for Sanrio characters extends past Hello Kitty ... which says a lot about its popularity here in Japan. With its outlandish décor and fun menu, the restaurant feels like an escape ...

By the mid-1980s, Hello Kitty was all the craze among pre-teen girls worldwide. The retro character still enjoys popularity ...

Sanrio 8136-0.09%decrease; red down pointing triangle, the Japanese company behind the iconic character, has much to cheer about too. Sanrio’s share price is at a record high after surging 10 ...