Hello Kitty is more than a cartoon cat. She’s a cultural institution. No wonder, then, that the character was recently enshrined in a Shinto shrine, which is located in Kofu, Japan. Bad news, however, ...

Hello Kittyhas been known as Japan's cutest mascot for decades, but a new adorable character is threatening the feline's fame. The Chiikawa manga and anime follow a cast of animal characters with ...

She’s one of Japan’s best-loved creations, adorning some 50,000 products sold across 130 countries and earning billions of dollars for parent company, Sanrio. But it’s important to note what she’s not ...