Tag: Sanrio
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 […]
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 […]
Hello Kitty For Grownups
Sanrio was a huge part of my childhood. At least once a week after school, I would visit Gift Gate, a chain of stores in the Philippines that carries Sanrio products. I would spend hours there, just browsing through hordes of Hello Kitty, Kero Keroppi, and Little Twin Stars items. I would purchase my regular […]