Tag: Hello Kitty
Taiwan’s Character-Themed 7-Eleven Stores
Not all 7-Eleven experiences are created equal. When it comes to the kawaii culture and culinary 7-Eleven experience, no country can beat Japan, followed by Korea’s aegyo pop culture. But vying for a close third spot for me is Taiwan. The themed 7-Elevens in this de facto independent country stand out as tourist stops, where […]
Sanrio 7-Eleven in Taipei
As an ’80s Hello Kitty kid, I jotted this down as my top itinerary during my recent Taiwan trip. When I finally laid my eyes on the Sanrio 7-Eleven in Taipei, I felt like a kid again—all warm and fuzzy inside. (Scroll down to the end to see the reel!) Window-dressed with Hello Kitty as […]
I Found My TikTok Niche: Hello Kitty and Friends
I used to abhor TikTok. As a geriatric millennial, I would roll my eyes at TikTok influencers and the ridiculous videos that made them famous. And then one day I found myself spending hours on this controversial app. At first, I was just quietly browsing and liking, and then I soon found myself creating videos […]
Unearthing My Hello Kitty Collection From The 80s, 90s, and Beyond
Another result of my quarantine cleaning: I realized I have a lot of Hello Kitty items. From the ’80s-90s Sanrio stationery I unearthed during closet cleanup to the Hello Kitty souvenirs and toys I purchased through the years, this Hello Kitty collection is bigger than I thought. Or maybe not! Unlike other extreme collectors, my […]
Japan’s Theme Parks: Tips and Tricks
Heading to Japan for the first time? There’s a whirlwind of activities to do, especially if your trip begins in the capital of Tokyo. If theme parks top your list, there are ways to budget both your time and money. 1. Follow your heart. You don’t have to visit every single theme park in Japan […]
Guide to Sanrio Puroland
Like other kidults who never outgrew their Hello Kitty obsession, I made sure Sanrio Puroland topped the list when I organized my family’s first trip to Tokyo. With a tight schedule, I maximized the few hours we spent in this indoor theme park. Fellow Kittyzens, here’s how you, too, can make the most of your […]
After The Hype, How Is Manila’s Hello Kitty Café?
As a Hello Kitty fan, I waited with bated breath for the Hello Kitty Café to open in Uptown Place, Bonifacio Global City. I first spotted the “opening soon” sign in 2016, and my media friends told me they’d open in March that year. It didn’t happen. Rumors circulated that they’d open in early 2017, […]
Quirk of the Month: Hello Kitty Pads
If you’ve been following my blog for the last few years, you’ll know that I love all things quirky, Snoopy, and Hello Kitty. Ask any obsessed Hello Kitty fan: Put the face of that iconic cat (or is she not?) on any merch and it’s guaranteed to spike up the sales. Here’s one new collection […]
Quirk of the Month: Cruciani Bracelets
I first spotted these embroidered bracelets years ago on the wrist of my fellow journalist, Pam Pastor. They came in patterned designs, such as four-leaf clovers, flowers, and animals in different colors. Of course I immediately wanted my own to add to my friendship bracelet collection! I found out they’re from Italian brand Cruciani, known […]