hello kitty

Hello Kitty is a Japanese cartoon cat who has become a worldwide symbol of cuteness. First appearing on a change purse in 1974, the little white anime kitten, developed by Sanrio, is now the star of a billion-dollar business. Kitty and her friends appears on clothing, toys, makeup, home appliances, video games, cards and dishes. In the 1980s and 1990s there were several Hello Kitty animated TV shows. These were shown primarily in Japan and the US. There is even an album of music devoted to her, entitled Hello Kitty Hello World.

In Taiwan, not only is there a Hello Kitty restaurant, but a Hello Kitty themed maternity hospital. There are many fan sites devoted to Hello Kitty and her friends. Some detail new products, while others are simply devoted to showcasing the world of Hello Kitty and to fan appreciation.

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Latest blogosphere posts tagged “hello kitty”

• Casio EX-X90 Digicam Gets Hello Kitty’fied for Her 35th Anniversary

  
  Chip Chick — Authority: 683
  A while back we wrote about the Hello Kitty 35th Anniversary Casio EX-Z2 Camera . Now there is yet another Casio camera that has been Hello Kitty’fied in honor of her 35th birthday and this time it’s the EX-Z90. This 12.1MP camera sports a 3X optical Zoom and comes covered in hot pink with a matching Hello Kitty ...
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• Hello Kitty peluche con kimono

  
  Hello Kitty mania — Authority: 128
  Guardate che carini questi peluche di Hello Kitty ! Uno ha addirittura un kimono, il classico vestito giapponese ! Sono davvero tenerissimi, non è vero ? Io li vorrei subito nella mia collezione Hello Kittosa !
  4 hours ago

• “DeaKids” scalda i motori, in arrivo due nuovi programmi targati Magnolia

  
  DaringToDo.com — Authority: 147
  A poco più di un anno dalla sua nascita DeaKids , il canale per ragazzi (8-11 anni il target di riferimento), De Agostini Editore (DeaKids) ha presentato alla stampa due nuovi programmi italianissimi, “ Missione Cuccioli ” e “Freestyle-Tutta un’altra stanza ” realizzati da Magnolia (la casa di ...
  9 hours ago

• Our little tree

  
  The Diary of an Indy Grrrl — Authority: 117
  For the last 7-8 years, weve have a black, iron tree that held 30+ votive candles. I bought it at Illuminations the year we bought our condo. It was very different, and thats what caught my eye. This year, I decided to mix it up a bit and purchase a white tree because I like to think its covered in snow. And of course ...
  10 hours ago

• Review of Mobile app GetFugu

  
  GamingAngels — Authority: 582
  I came across the GetFugu app from a press release where they announced a partnership with Summit Entertainment to add Twilight Saga: New Moon to the GetFugu service. Basically with the GetFugu app, users can get information on content in a few different ways. If they say the search term, take a picture of it or find ...
  14 hours ago

• Cheburashka set to topple Kitty-chan?

  
  Japan Pulse — Authority: 418
  When it comes cute, big-headed money-makers, Cheburashka might give Hello Kitty a run for her money.
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• Mini pandoro firmato Hello Kitty

  
  Hello Kitty mania — Authority: 128
  Guardate cosa abbiamo trovato a Roma in un supermercato ? Un fantastico e simpaticissimo mini pandoro della Dolci Preziosi firmato naturlamente Hello Kitty ! E’ davvero buonissimo, e dopo averlo mangiato siamo corsi a comprarne una ventina da regalare a tutte le nostre amiche per il Natale !! E’ veramente un dolce ...
  1 day ago

• Hello Kitty Headphones will sparkle on you ear

  
  Gizmodiva.com — Authority: 622
  After the invention of the amazing Hello Kitty player and Hello Kitty phone we have a new addition to the Hello Kitty accessories. Hello Kitty has now come up with headphones which have special earcups with sparkling Hello Kitty...
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• Custom Hello Kitty Fingernails Look Like Colorful Little Tumors

  
  Great White Snark — Authority: 598
  Someone spotted at the Tokyo Nail Expo yesterday apparently dipped their fingernails in partially-digested Hello Kitty parts. Fact: Hello Kitty has a gumball machines where her lower intestine should be. Which explains why nutty Japanese schoolgirls continue to gobble her crap up. Via Tokyo Mango , who chooses ...
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• Hello Kitty Mimobots

  
  Hello Kitty Hell — Authority: 496
  One of the few things that I have been able to keep from being Hello Kittified is my own computer, although my wife has tried repeatedly to convince me that a Hello Kitty computer is something that I need. When convincing me to get a Hello Kitty computer failed, she decided to try and brand my computer with the evil ...
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• Hello Kitty Full Glitz Lighter Covers

  
  C'est La Vie — Authority: 531
  Start your holiday stocking stuffers with Hello Kitty lighters covers . Completely gorgeous crystal-covered lighter cover are made with a necklace chain attached, so you’re never looking for a lighter and you’ll always be looking completely glam. Available in two different colors — Red Bow Full Glitz lighter ...
  1 day ago

• hello kitty nail art

  
  pusang maganda — Authority: 125
  its been a while the last time i had a manicure.. uh huh kutix and all that... and i think its time to have my nails done... but me thinks i need to go to tokyo to get this very cool hello kitty nail art, now if i can find a store (local or online) which sell these cute hello kitty nail art junkies i am pretty sure i ...
  1 day ago

• Hello Kitty iPhone case

  
  TOKYOMANGO — Authority: 594
  For $30, you can now Hello Kitty-ify your iPhone. Link via Gizmodiva
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• Hello Kitty iPhone case – TOKYOMANGO

  
  CTRL-F5 — Authority: 159
  For $30, you can now Hello Kitty-ify your iPhone . Link via Gizmodiva.
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• Crazy Hello Kitty & gumdrop nail art

  
  TOKYOMANGO — Authority: 594
  Someone really likes Hello Kitty... this was seen at the Tokyo Nail Expo earlier today. via Jezebel
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• Daily Graffiti: Hello Kitty x Boba Fett Mashup

  
  A Little Bit On The Awesome Side — Authority: 636
  I’m not sure if this is a sticker or a a wheatpaste (looks more wheatpaste-ish to me), but it’s pretty effing badass. If one of you Albotas readers gets this tattooed on yourself somewhere, I’ll go to your house and give you 100 high fives. No lie. [Via KellyLA ] Related posts: Boba Fett & Darth Vader ...
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• Even Fingernails In Japan Will Make You Barf Rainbows

  
  Best Week Ever — Authority: 704
  The above photo of Hello Kitty Gumball nails at the Tokyo Nail Expo 2009 still proves one thing: People in Japan still have a lot of trouble wiping themselves. But when they do wipe, it is seriously so adorable you guysss. More fun nail photos below, but believe me when me and my nausea say: You will feel sick ...
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• Hello Kitty Washcloth

  
  Hello Kitty Hell — Authority: 496
  Apparently, the evil feline believes it’s necessary to educate Hello Kitty fanatics on hygiene and cleanliness in the bathtub or shower. Why does it not surprise me that this is the way she goes about doing it? Sent in by arlinora
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• Bad Karma

  
  Ahmnodt Heare for President — Authority: 125
  This has been a bad week for me.  My grandmother passed away, The Redskins lost (again), and I was removed from my position as the President of the local “Hello Kitty” fan club.  The worst part is having to find a place to use a computer.I had spent the weekend with Daria.  She had a [...]
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• Conbini Monday Wk30

  
  Shibuya246 — Authority: 530
  A few good choices here. Mabo-dofu Yakisoba on the right looks an interesting combination It is late today and I haven’t had chance to eat dinner. Time to run down to the conbini and pick up something to share with my microwave. pasta with shrimp and tomato sauce A Yokohama napolitan pasta dish celebrating ...
  2 days ago

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