If you're a fan looking to dive deeper into the Sanrio universe, there are plenty of ways to engage: Garish or Cute? Tokyo's HELLO KITTY WORLD - Andy Roams

Sanrio is home to over 450 characters, but a few stand out as the reigning royalty of cute:

The Magical World of Sanrio: More Than Just a Bow From the bustling streets of Tokyo to bedrooms across the globe, has spent over 60 years turning "kawaii" (cute) into a global language. Founded in 1960 by Shintaro Tsuji, the company’s motto, "One World, Connecting Smiles," perfectly captures the heart of its mission: spreading joy through small gifts and adorable characters. The Icons You Know and Love

: The undisputed global icon who recently celebrated her 50th anniversary. Fun fact: She has a childhood friend and boyfriend named Dear Daniel .

: Currently the "Fluffy King," this white puppy with floppy ears often tops the Sanrio Character Rankings .