Hello Kitty in 12 different costumes to connect the world
The cute bow adorning Hello Kitty is always a symbol of friendship and happiness connecting the world. Chow Sang Sang is now sending Hello Kitty around the world in a hot-air balloon, spreading the message of love to new friends along the way and bringing smiles to kids and adults alike across the world.

To celebrate this auspicious event, Chow Sang Sang is launching the Hello Kitty “Around The World” Pure Gold Collection featuring figurines and pendants of Hello Kitty in different national costumes. Ranging from an I ♥ HK mini T-shirt, a Japanese Kimono, a Dutch Dress, an Egyptian Warrior Outfit to Tahiti Hula Skirt, each design is equally unique and specially designed by Chow Sang Sang, bringing elements of culture and style to the friendship ambassador in a journey to connect the world with love.

The Significant “Around The World” Journey for Hello Kitty
To create the new Hello Kitty Collection, Chow Sang Sang has worked closely with Sanrio from concept development and product design. To further celebrate the launch of this exciting collection, with every purchase of any 6 of the Hello Kitty “Around The World” pure gold pendants, customers will receive a special packaging with Hello Kitty?s signature from Chow Sang Sang.

Hello Kitty pendants and 1″ figurines in United Kingdom, Netherlands, Switzerland, Spain, Egypt, United States and Tahitian costumes are now available at Chow Sang Sang, while the four Asian editions will be released in Mid-September. For further enquiries, please contact http://www.chowsangsang.com.

Hello Kitty “Around The World” Journey
Saying farewell to her friends and already missing her mother’s apple pie, Hello Kitty was ready to venture into new horizons, meeting new friends and spreading the message of love along the way. As an ambassador of love and friendship, with Passport, T-shirts, and luggage ready, Hello Kitty began her fantastic adventure?�

Asia Beginnings
Hello Kitty put on the I ♥ HK mini T-shirt and said goodbye to Dear Daniel. Departing Hong Kong, Hello Kitty began her journey around the world and aspired to spread the “I Love Hong Kong” message to all corners of the world.

The first stop of the journey was China. To experience the rich Chinese heritage in style, Hello Kitty put on a traditional Chinese cotton-wadded jacket filled with delicate embroidery. Impressed by the Chinese’s hospitality, Hello Kitty furthered her journey to Japan and Korea, two of Hello Kitty?s favorite countries. In Japan, Hello Kitty changed into a traditional Japanese Kimono while admiring the beauty of Sakura blossoms in Kyoto. Surrounded by beautiful scenery, classic architecture and a pink sea of Sakura blossoms, Hello Kitty adorned her hair with cute Sakura accessories. Although the scenery was beautiful, Hello Kitty had to proceed with the journey. Moving to Korea, the last stop in Asia, Hello Kitty was inspired by the rich culture and changed into a Korean “Hanbok”, and playfully posing with the classic Korean fan.

European Romance
Leaving Asia, Hello Kitty stepped on a train and embarked on a romantic journey through Europe. United Kingdom is indeed a familiar country for Hello Kitty as it was where she was born. In a classic British “Sherlock Holmes” inspired outfit, Hello Kitty browsed the flea market and looked through her magnifying glass to hunt for hidden treasures. With a “choo”, the train brought Hello Kitty to the Netherlands. Amidst the scenic backdrop of windmills and tulips, Hello Kitty put on wooden clogs and a Dutch hat for a picture perfect moment.

Having thoroughly enjoyed touring around the different countries and sightseeing, Hello Kitty was ready for a more challenging adventure. In Switzerland, she proceeded to the apex of Mount Jungfraujoch and stepped into her skiing gear, swishing through steep slopes. Hello Kitty arrived in Spain seeking more thrills and excitement. Inspired by the ancient sport of bullfighting, Hello Kitty changed into a smart matador outfit and was determined to brave the bullfight challenge.

The Mysterious Middle East
Following Europe, Hello Kitty ventured into the mysterious realm of the Middle East - a world filled with mystery and lost civilization. In Egypt, Hello Kitty relived the Kingdom of the Pharaoh and put on a snake-shaped head piece for her role as an ancient Egyptian warrior.
Although the world of classical civilization is intriguing, Hello Kitty was keen to follow her plan and proceed to experience the “American Dream” in North America.

South and North America’s Passion
Breathing the air of freedom, Hello Kitty arrived in New York. Hello Kitty mischievously imitated the pose of the Statue of Liberty by lifting up the torch and shouted aloud - “I Love Freedom”. Throughout the journey, Hello Kitty met numerous interesting and inspiring new friends, and in Tahiti, Hello Kitty was greeted by passionate and sexy Tahitian girls. In a hula skirt, Hello Kitty joined the girls for a round of exotic dancing.

Leaving Tahiti, Hello Kitty finally arrived in Mexico. Filled with Mexican rhythm and music, it was indeed a perfect moment for Hello Kitty to take a rest after an exciting yet memorable journey.

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Hello Kitty and Doll Collectors are in for a treat this October!

Pullip, a famous fashion doll originally from Korean Company Chunsang Chunha and marketed by JUN Planning of Japan, is releasing their first collaborated Hello Kitty version on the 30th of October in Japan and the 30th of November in the the USA. The price is tentatively set at US$88.

Pullip dolls are distinguished by her overly sized head and highly articulated body. She stand about 30cm or roughly 12 inches tall. She released a new unique outfit once every month. Pullip is Korean for “leafe” (young).

Singers, song writers, actresses, sisters duo Aly and AJ have a new tour bus… that’s full of Hello Kitty stuff as far as the eye could see..!

Sanrio is a proud sponsor of Aly and AJ’s musical tour. They provided the two teens everything they could possibly think of… from a Hello Kitty water dispenser, to Hello Kitty dolls, and even (one of the rare items from Sanrio) a Hello Kitty toilet seat cover and a Hello Kitty humidifier for their mom touring with them!

Aly and AJ have been fans of Hello Kitty for as long as they can remember. The sisters will be playing Hello Kitty Fender Stratocasters when they perform their song “Rush” each night of their tour.

Check out their tour schedules in their website at http://www.alyandaj.com. Pictures on this article are originally from OCRegister and Sanrio.com.

Hong Kong - Hello Kitty honors the dedication and hard work of the MTR staff with a show and original Hello Kitty Collectibles.

Hello Kitty and her friends graced the catwalk in MTR on July 10, sporting her new looks as different MTR personnel. The promo for the one of a kind Hello Kitty items run from 11th of July to the 2nd of September 2007.

Passengers who ride the MTR ten times (Airport Express not included) with the same Audit or Concessionary Octopus Card from Monday to Friday of each promotion week will be eligible to redeem an MTR ?Hello Kitty? Hero of the week for HK $18. In the last week of the campaign, they can claim the limited edition ?Hello Kitty? MTR Train and Theme Song CD for HK $30, including all the MTR ?Hello Kitty? Heroes. All accumulated bonus points will expire and a new count will being on the Monday of each week during the promotion period.

Redemption Period/Item/Redemption Price

1. 16 ? 22 July 2007 / Train Operator ?Hello Kitty? / HK $18
2. 23 ? 29 July 2007 / Assistant Fire & Security Supervisor ?Hello Kitty?/ HK $18
3. 30 July ? 5 August 2007 / Infrastructure Maintenance Officer ?Hello Kitty? / HK $18
4. 6 ? 12 August 2007 / Rolling Stock Maintenance Officer ?Hello Kitty? / HK $18
5. 13 ? 19 August 2007 / Station Assistant ?Hello Kitty? / HK $18
6. 20 ? 26 August 2007 / Group Station manager ?Hello Kitty? /HK $18
7. 27 August ? 2 September 2007 / ?Hello Kitty? MTR train and Theme Song CD / HK $30

Redemptions can be made at any MTR Customer Service Centre (Airport Express stations not included) or special redemption counter with the promotion week on a first-come, first-served basis while stock lasts. The price of the MTR ?Hello Kitty? Hero or MTR Train with Theme Song CD will be deducted from the Octopus card presented.

Disclaimer: Some items have been emitted from the original Sanriotown Blog Article

Hong Kong’s MTR first opened on the year 1979 and the network has expanded to encompass seven lines and 53 stations along 91.0 kilometres (56.5 miles). Presently, debates are still going on about further expansions of the MTR lines for Hong Kong’s booming economy.

Hello Kitty and her twin sister Mimmy star in this new 2D Japanese animated series.

No official English translation have been released as of yet, but there are already 8 DVDs about Hello Kitty and Mimmy’s adventures in the Apple Forest.

The first season “Hello Fantasy” deals Hello Kitty and Mimmy’s mission to rescue the princess of the Apply Forest. They know that the golden apple is the key to finding her, but where they can find it is another thing all together.

The second season “Hello Mystery” shows Hello Kitty and Mimmy as detectives in solving the mysteries surrounding the Apple Forest. Their detective work allows them to play out different characters, from magician’s assistants, to fortune tellers, and even find themselves magically changed into mermaids!

The DVDs cost 1,575 yen each, each volume containing 3 episodes of the series (with the exception of the special bonus episode in volume 4 of Hello Mystery). They are all available in Sanrio Japan.