The listing, Authentic Original Collectible Japanese HELLO KITTY Key Chain FOB Sanrio has ended.
Hello Kitty ( Haro Kiti in Japanese) [full name Kitty White] is a fictional character produced by the Japanese company Sanrio, first designed by Yuko Shimizu. She is portrayed as a female white Japanese bobtail cat with a red or pink bow. The character's first appearance on an item, a vinyl coin purse, was introduced in Japan in 1974. She was brought to the United States in 1976. The character is a staple of the Kawaii segment of Japanese popular culture. The Hello Kitty trademark has spread globally and is widely collected by millions. Originally aimed at pre-adolescent females, Hello Kitty's market has broadened to include grown up consumers who now spend mega million$ collecting them. Hello Kitty is considered the epitome of a luxurious fashion statement and is treasured by many female fans throughout the globe.