Meet Hello Kitty and all her adorable Sanrio friends from around the world!
The iconic white Japanese bobtail cat with a red bow! Born November 1st in London, Kitty loves baking cookies and making new friends. She's kind, bright, and always there for others.
Hello Kitty's shy and gentle twin sister who wears a yellow bow. She's polite, loves sewing, and dreams of becoming a pianist. Always by Kitty's side!
Hello Kitty's childhood friend and boyfriend! He's a stylish white cat who loves dancing, photography, and traveling. Originally from England, he now lives near Kitty.
The sweet white rabbit from Maryland forest who wears a pink hood! She loves baking and is one of Kitty's closest friends. Catchphrase: "Melly-melly!" (2025)
My Melody's rival with a mischievous side! This white rabbit wears a pink skull on her black hood. Stars in the 2025 Netflix series "My Melody & Kuromi" (July 24, 2025).
The adorable white puppy with long ears that let him fly! He lives in Caf� Cinnamon and loves cinnamon rolls. #2 in 2025 Sanrio Character Ranking!
Kiki and Lala are twin star siblings from Omoiyari Star! Lala has pink hair and loves drawing, while Kiki has blue hair and invents things. They spread happiness across the universe!
The mischievous little penguin from Gorgeoustown! He's a bit of a rebel who dreams of being a CEO. Has a pet alligator named Pochi!
The dapper penguin from Tuxedo Island! He owns 365 bowties (one for every day!) and loves mimicking people. A true gentleman!
Hello Kitty and Mimmy's kind father who works hard to support the family. He loves telling jokes and spending quality time with his daughters!
The loving mother of the White family who enjoys baking apple pies and taking care of her home. She taught Kitty how to bake!
The mild-mannered red panda office worker who releases stress by singing death metal karaoke! Relatable character about work-life balance. Netflix series star!
Hello Kitty, whose real name is Kitty White, was created by Sanrio in 1974 and has become one of the most recognizable characters in the world. Born on November 1st in the suburbs of London, this cheerful white cat with her iconic red bow has captured hearts across generations and continues to be a global phenomenon in 2025.
The Hello Kitty universe includes her twin sister Mimmy (who wears a yellow bow), her boyfriend Dear Daniel, and a wonderful cast of family members including her parents George and Mary White. Beyond her immediate family, Kitty has formed friendships with beloved Sanrio characters like My Melody, Kuromi, Keroppi, Pompompurin, Cinnamoroll, and many more.
Sanrio has created over 450 characters throughout its history, with 90 characters participating in the annual character ranking. In 2025, Pompompurin claimed #1, Cinnamoroll #2, and the franchise continues to expand with new content including the "My Melody & Kuromi" stop-motion anime series released on Netflix on July 24, 2025, and Season 12 of "Hello Kitty and Friends Supercute Adventures" now streaming.
Hello Kitty represents friendship, kindness, and the importance of caring for others. Her message of spreading happiness and making friends resonates with fans of all ages. Whether through merchandise, theme parks (Sanrio Puroland in Japan, Harmonyland), collaborations with brands, or animated series, Hello Kitty and her Sanrio friends continue to bring joy to millions worldwide!