Hello Kitty owner promotes 'edgy' Kuromi in diversification drive

Japan's Sanrio gives 20-year-old character series, songs and marketing campaign

20250707 Sanrio's Kuromi

An image issued by Japan's Sanrio promoting its “Kuromify the world" campaign. The initiative is aimed at expanding the character's fan base. © 2025 Sanrio Co. Ltd. Tokyo, Japan

YURIKA YONEDA

TOKYO -- A Netflix series featuring mischievous imp-like character Kuromi created by Japan's Sanrio will launch later this month, in the latest push by the company behind Hello Kitty to build up its brands' international following.

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