Question 1

Who Owns Hello Kitty?

Accepted Answer

This cute Kitty is owned by Sanrio. Although this character was created by Yuko Shimizu, it is still owned by Sanrio. Since Yuko Shimizu was working for Sanrio, the company had all the rights to the character.

Question 2

Is Hello Kitty a Human?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sanrio Kitty is a human. Sanrio describes Hello Kitty as a cute little girl who has cat-like attributes. That means Hello Kitty is a little girl who has characteristics resembling a little girl.

Question 3

What is Hello Kitty's true identity?

Accepted Answer

Hello Kitty’s real name is Kitty White. She was created in 1974 by a Japanese company called Sanrio. Even though she looks like a cat—with ears and whiskers—Sanrio says she is actually a little girl from London, England, not a real cat. She was born on November 1st and is known as "Hello Kitty" around the world.

Question 4

Is Hello Kitty based on a girl?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Hello Kitty is based on a girl, not a real cat. Even though she has ears and whiskers like a cat, her creators at Sanrio say she is actually a little British girl named Kitty White. She is 8 years old, goes to school, and lives in the suburbs of London, England. She also has a twin sister named Mimmy.

Sanrio explained this in an interview with the BBC, where they clearly said: “Hello Kitty is not a cat. She’s a cartoon character. She is a little girl.”

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