Sanrio JP is a Japanese company that designs and produces gift items, stationery, and accessories featuring cute characters such as Hello Kitty, My Melody, and many others.
Founded in 1960 by Shintaro Tsuji as the Yamanashi Silk Center Co., Ltd.
In 1973, the company changed its name to Sanrio Co., Ltd., with the first product featuring Hello Kitty released in the same year.
In 2020, Sanrio celebrated the 60th anniversary of its founding and remains a beloved brand worldwide.
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Hello Kitty is the most famous character from Sanrio, featuring a white cat with a red bow on her head. Products featuring Hello Kitty range from keychains to household appliances.
My Melody is a rabbit-like character with a pink hood and a hood featuring a flower-shaped decoration. Products featuring My Melody include stationery, plush toys, and clothing.
Gudetama is an egg-shaped character who is often depicted as lazy, unmotivated, and indifferent. Products featuring Gudetama include kitchenware and plush toys.
Sanrio is a Japanese company that produces gift items, stationery, and accessories featuring cute characters such as Hello Kitty and My Melody.
Hello Kitty was created by Yuko Shimizu and first appeared on a vinyl coin purse in 1974.
Sanrio produces many popular characters, including Hello Kitty, My Melody, Gudetama, and Cinnamoroll, among others.
Sanrio products can be found in many stores worldwide, including Sanrio stores, department stores, and online retailers such as Amazon and eBay.
While Sanrio characters are often associated with children, many adults also enjoy collecting and using Sanrio products.