AP Kitty’s popularity is emblematic of the global craze for cute things. In Japan the phenomenon, known as kawaii, dates back to at least the 17th century, when artists started producing ...

with the clothing seamlessly blending a traditional Japanese style with modern-day kawaii. Via its official website, Yamato Lab released a traditional yukata and a casual kimono dress in ...

"There is an unresolved indeterminacy about her that is so amazing.” Part of the confusion stems from a misunderstanding of ...

She has been a UNICEF ambassador, a special envoy for Japan’s Foreign Ministry and the subject of themed restaurants, cafes, ...

It will be run as a collaboration between best friends Katherine Rose, 29, and Jessica Fulcher, 25, who love Japanese and kawaii culture and run their own small businesses based on different aspects ...

Since first appearing on a coin purse in 1974, Hello Kitty's appeal has transcended generations. Collector Victoria ...

Hello Kittygets an unorthodox fall-themed collection, with apparel and snowboarding goods store 686 releasing a new tech and ...

Production Kawaii announced on social media that the agency is closing, and all of the company’s Vtubers will go indie. The outlet’s last day will be November 30, 2024, but all performers are ...

Part of the confusion stems from a misunderstanding of “kawaii,” which is Japanese for “cute” but also connotes a lovable or adorable essence. Sanrio recruited Shimizu and other ...

A new stall selling Japanese street fashion, jewellery and character merchandise is coming to Norwich Market. It will be run as a collaboration between best friends Katherine Rose, 29, and ...

The company wanted designs embodying “kawaii,” a Japanese term for cuteness ... spanning almost every category imaginable, from clothing to board games, greeting cards to lunchboxes.

And that's just in Japan, her literal birthplace but not the one listed in her official biography. Confused? Welcome to the party. If there's one thing about Hello Kitty, it's that she's proven ...