History

First shown in a cute sitting pose,

Hello Kitty has gone on to steal hearts for 21 years.

Here are a few highlights from 21 years of Hello Kitty design...

1974

The sitting pose that introduced her to the world

An instant star!

1977

Standing Kitty

The horizons of Hello Kitty's world begin to expand.

1984

Photo Series

Kitty is featured in photos with articles

gathered together by her creator.

1985

Country Series

This series has a lot of fans asking for a re-issue!

1985

Teddy Bear Series

Tiny Chum's debut.

1988

Face Series

A high-impact graphic approach that gathered wide

popular response.

1992 　

Heart & Flower Series

Kitty's ribbon shows up in pink.

1995

Latest design series on the market.

Hello Kitty's ribbon has become a flower!

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Kitty Babies Series 　

This series was created in response to a strong request

by young mothers who have been loyal fans of Hello

Kitty since her debut.