Hello Kitty Figurine

Hello Kitty is a global cultural icon created by the Japanese company Sanrio. Originally designed by Yuko Shimizu in 1974, she was introduced as a character on a vinyl coin purse in Japan. The character quickly evolved into a massive media franchise covering stationary, apparel, home decor, and high-end collectibles.

While the brand is definitively Japanese in its origin and creative direction, the physical manufacturing of merchandise like this figurine is typically outsourced to large-scale production facilities in China to meet global demand. The Sanrio company remains the ultimate owner, continuing to manage licensing and brand partnerships worldwide. As of 2026, Sanrio continues to operate as a leading character-based lifestyle brand, maintaining strict control over the Hello Kitty intellectual property while collaborating with various international distributors.