Text by MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Network Editorial Team
It turns out we’re this close to Hello Kitty! Located in Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia, Hello Kitty Land is not only the only one in Southeast Asia but also
the world’s only official Hello Kitty Park outside of Japan.With her immense popularity, Hello Kitty will celebrate her 40th birthday in grand style with fans in Malaysia this year. Four major themed events will unfold
from October 31 to November 2 this year,making it an unmissable dreamland for Hello Kitty fans of all ages and the perfect opportunity to collect limited-edition Hello Kitty merchandise.
If you want to get up close and personal with Hello Kitty, you definitely can’t miss the magical Kitty House. (Image provided by Tourism Malaysia)
Hello Kitty’s motto: “You can never have too many friends!”Hello Kitty brings us so much joy and teaches us that “no matter who we are or where we come from, friendship remains eternal.” To mark her 40th anniversary, Hello Kitty wants to spread happiness and give every fan an unforgettable, amazing experience. The 【Hello Kitty Friends Reunion】, the highlight of the event, is the first and largest Hello Kitty fan gathering in Southeast Asia, expected to attract over a thousand attendees and set a new record for fan meetups outside Japan. Do you want to be part of this Hello Kitty milestone? Come to Hello Kitty Land and witness history in the making!
The world’s first Hello Kitty theme park outside of Japan is located in Johor Bahru, the capital of Johor, Malaysia. (Image provided by Tourism Malaysia)
The 【Hello Kitty Friends Festival】 is the largest Hello Kitty-themed street event, featuring exclusive limited-edition Hello Kitty merchandise. Visitors can also view displays of memorabilia and share the joy of being surrounded by Hello Kitty with fellow loyal fans.
Hello KittyRunway showdowns and the Hello Kitty Rock Music Festival deliver non-stop thrills!
During the Hello Kitty 40th Anniversary Celebration, you’ll see the most dazzling and charming Hello Kitty yet. The highlight of the event is the Hello Kitty Fashion Design Competition, where young Malaysian designers will showcase their talents by creating two party outfits for Kitty.The top ten designers will compete in the finals on November 1,judged by a panel led by Gillian Hung, President of the Official Malaysian Designers Association (MODA). The winning champion will receive a generous cash prize and the chance to celebrate with Hello Kitty.
Hello Kitty and the marketing department heads invite Taiwanese fans to join the 40th anniversary celebration party. (Image provided by Tourism Malaysia)
To celebrate her 40th birthday bash, Hello Kitty has decided to rock the party with her Sanrio friends. Popular Malaysian jazz-rock band Fly1ng Pan and well-known punk band BunkFace will put on spectacular performances to ensure this global superstar has the most unforgettable birthday party ever. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity. Want to take your whole family on a joyful Hello Kitty adventure? The Hello Kitty birthday party in Malaysia is the perfect choice for fans to meet, share happiness, and connect. With four high-quality themed events packed into three days, this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is not to be missed!
EVA Air Hello Kitty livery plane takes flight to Paris in October!