Born from the trauma of World War II, this bow-wearing cartoon icon became a powerful tool for diplomacy, reinvention, and cultural soft power. Dressed in a kimono, Hello Kitty performs a ...

Hello Kitty, the beloved cartoon character that’s brought smiles to kids and adults around the world for generations, is ...

Kuromi’s cool and mysterious older sister deserves a spot in the line-up. As a newer Sanrio character, Romina debuted in 2023 as the edgy, heart-eyed skull-wearing sibling of Kuromi. Imagine her ...