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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 alsothe world’s only official Hello Kitty theme park outside Japan.
The immensely popular Hello Kitty will celebrate her 40th birthday in Malaysia this year, with four major themed events taking placefrom October 31 to November 2 this year,
making it an unmissable dream destination for Hello Kitty fans of all ages, as well as the perfect opportunity to collect limited-edition Kitty merchandise.
Those who want to get up close and personal with Hello Kitty shouldn’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 lasts forever.” To mark her 40th anniversary, Hello Kitty wants to spread happiness and give every fan an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience. The 【Hello Kitty Best Friends Reunion】 is the highlight of the event, 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. Want to be part of this historic Kitty milestone? Come to Hello Kitty Land and witness history in the making!
The world’s first Hello Kitty theme park outside Japan is located in Johor Bahru, the capital of Johor, Malaysia. (Image provided by Tourism Malaysia)
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The 【Hello Kitty Friends Festival】 is the largest Hello Kitty-themed street event, featuring limited-edition Kitty merchandise, displays, and the chance to soak in the joy of being surrounded by Hello Kitty alongside fellow fans.
Runway showdowns and a Hello Kitty rock music festival deliver non-stop thrills!
During the 40th-anniversary celebration, you’ll see the most dazzling Hello Kitty yet. The highlight of the event is the Hello Kitty Fashion Design Competition, where young Malaysian designers showcase their talent 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 Malaysian Official Designers Association (MODA). The winning designer will receive a cash prize and the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate with Hello Kitty.
Hello Kitty and the marketing executives 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 renowned punk band BunkFace will deliver electrifying performances to ensure this global superstar has the most unforgettable birthday ever. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity. Looking for a joyful Hello Kitty family trip? Malaysia’s Hello Kitty birthday party is the perfect choice for meeting fellow fans, sharing happiness, and connecting—three days of top-tier themed events in one unforgettable experience. What are you waiting for?
EVA Air Hello Kitty livery aircraft takes flight to Paris in October!