Sanrio is a Japanese company that creates a variety of character-branded merchandise. Their most notable and popular creation is the Hello Kitty character.
Sanrio was founded in Tokyo, Japan in 1960 by Shintaro Tsuji as a silk-screen printing company.
In 1974, Sanrio introduced the Hello Kitty character, which soon became a global phenomenon.
Since then, Sanrio has created and licensed numerous character designs, including My Melody, Little Twin Stars, and Pochacco.
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Sanrio's most popular character, Hello Kitty, is featured on a wide range of merchandise, including plush toys, clothing, and accessories.
Sanrio also creates and licenses merchandise featuring their other character designs, including My Melody, Little Twin Stars, and Pochacco.
Sanrio produces a variety of stationery products, such as notebooks, pens, and stickers.
Sanrio is owned by Shintaro Tsuji, who founded the company in 1960.
Hello Kitty is a character created by Sanrio in 1974. It is a white cat with a pink bow and no mouth.
Sanrio products are sold online and in stores worldwide. Some popular retailers include Sanrio.com, Hot Topic, and Target.
Sanrio merchandise can range from a few dollars for small items like stickers to hundreds of dollars for rare, limited edition collectibles.
Yes, Sanrio operates a few theme parks in Japan, including Sanrio Puroland and Harmonyland.