Most people have heard of the beloved main mascot of Sanrio, Hello Kitty. You’ve seen her adorable face in toy shops, on mugs ...

New plushies and other items from Sanrio remix Hello Kitty and her friends with ribbon-based clothing inspired by the Gothic ...

At some point, Sanrio designated Kitty's birthday as Nov. 1, the same as Shimizu's. Her background ... to be Kitty White and English. But this is part of the enigma: Who is Hello Kitty?