TOKYO--Hello Kitty turns 50 on Friday. Befitting a pop icon at midlife, the bubble-headed, bow-wearing character's fictional birthday has brought museum exhibits, a theme park spectacle and a ...
She’s the iconic Japanese cartoon character that launched not only a multimillion-dollar empire but the global phenomenon of ‘Kawaii’ culture. CNN’s Hanako Montgomery meets the designer responsible ...
The Hello Kitty store has had its blue awnings removed from the windows and front door. All that remains is the statue of Hello Kitty in the front, the small red bows on the two light fixtures outside ...