It's Hello Kitty's 40th Anniversary ( ハローキティ誕生40周年を記念 ), and fans around the world celebrated the Japanese kawaii icon's birthday with mass parties, and I was exhilarated to be part of this celebration!
It was a massive event as the world gathered together to celebrate Hello Kitty's 40th Anniversary. So there I was in Tokyo for a week, joining the Japanese media to be among the first to preview the Hello Kitty rooms by Keio Plaza Hotel ( 京王プラザホテル ) launched on November 1, 2014!
In partnership with Sanrio Company Ltd, Keio Plaza Hotel Japan unveils 2 very special Hello Kitty Rooms - "Kitty Town" and "Princess Kitty"!

The Hello Kitty rooms are now opened for booking at Keio Plaza Tokyo ( 京王プラザホテル新宿 ) and Keio Plaza Tama ( 京王プラザホテル多摩 ).
Some of the global celebration for the Hello Kitty's 40th Anniversary ( ハローキティ誕生40周年を記念 ):
In addition, Hello Kitty will make its appearance as the Train Station Manager outside the ticket gate of Keio Tama Center Station on November 3 to greet the passengers. You may contact Keio Customer Center: Tel: 042-357-6161 (9:00 to 19:00) for more information.
Are you a fan of Hello Kitty? Were you part of the global celebration too? Come, let's check out my reviews of the two lovely rooms at KITTY TOWN Room, A Fantasy Comes True! and Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Hello Kitty Princess Room At Shinjuku!
Kitty Town Room
(Joining me is my Japanese BFF of more than 20 years!)
(Joining me is my Japanese BFF of more than 20 years!)
In partnership with Sanrio Company Ltd, Keio Plaza Hotel Japan unveils 2 very special Hello Kitty Rooms - "Kitty Town" and "Princess Kitty"!
Princess Kitty Room
Offering hotel guests a beautiful sleep in a fairytale land, these pretty #hellokitty rooms feature amenities, furniture and interiors of the internationally renowned Hello Kitty character with a different feel - “Kitty Town” room with a fun, pop-art feel, while the “Princess Kitty” room let you relax like a fairytale princess. Which do you like better?
The Hello Kitty rooms are now opened for booking at Keio Plaza Tokyo ( 京王プラザホテル新宿 ) and Keio Plaza Tama ( 京王プラザホテル多摩 ).
Some of the global celebration for the Hello Kitty's 40th Anniversary ( ハローキティ誕生40周年を記念 ):
- Global: Hello Kitty Hug-a-thon - Share a Hug with Hello Kitty, a global "hugathon" event.
- Hong Kong: Hello Kitty Carnival - the exhibition featured a life-sized carousel, a Ferris wheel, and stalls for carnival games.
- Singapore: Hello Kitty Run - 17,000 fans gathered for a 4.2-kilometre Hello Kitty Run to celebrate the anniversary on Saturday.
- Taiwan: The Many Faces of Hello Kitty - 40th Anniversary Exhibition held at Pier-2 Art Centre in Kaohsiung until January 4.
- USA: Hello Kitty Museum Exhibition - Sanrio and the Japanese American National Museum (JANM) celebrate Hello Kitty's 40th Anniversary by exploring her colourful history and influence on art and culture in the first-ever exhibition of its kind.
- USA: Hello Kitty Convention - The first ever Hello Kitty fan convention in the world at the Geffen Contemporary at MOCA (Museum of Contemporary Art) in Downtown LA's Little Tokyo. Hello Kitty Con 2014 is presented in conjunction with Target and designed for enthusiasts from around the world to come together to celebrate all things Hello Kitty.
In addition, Hello Kitty will make its appearance as the Train Station Manager outside the ticket gate of Keio Tama Center Station on November 3 to greet the passengers. You may contact Keio Customer Center: Tel: 042-357-6161 (9:00 to 19:00) for more information.
Are you a fan of Hello Kitty? Were you part of the global celebration too? Come, let's check out my reviews of the two lovely rooms at KITTY TOWN Room, A Fantasy Comes True! and Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Hello Kitty Princess Room At Shinjuku!
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DD, it's just too crazy & I love them all!
DeleteWelcome back, Shirley!
ReplyDeleteWow! Hello Kitty has been around that long???
Very cute room.
Rose, thank you! Amazing, isn't it?
DeleteOmg I'm kind of jealous the place is amazing me and my female pup love Hello Kitty.
ReplyDeleteJackie, I would love to dress my Princess Candy in Hello Kitty costume too! xoxo
DeleteLove that top photo! What a fun backdrop :)
ReplyDeleteLiz, thanks sweetie! Didn't wanna wake up from my dream........
DeleteOh, so adorable.....how I envy you..... reviewing hotel after hotel.....
ReplyDeleteDS, wish you could join me too! Heehee!
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Coco, hahaha! Glad to have caught your attention, dear!
DeleteThats all looks that i would like to be little child again :) It was great i think to sleep in such place :) have a nice day :* Sandina.pl
ReplyDeleteSandra, feeling like a big kid indeed! It was like a fairytale came true.......
DeleteWow!! What a fantastic thing - surrounded by cute kitties.
ReplyDeleteNava, I love it! Can't wait to show you more.......
DeleteWow.... so cute!!!
ReplyDeleteLina, simply adorable, isn't it?? ^_^
Deletewow, amazing! why does Japan has all the best stuff in the world? :(
ReplyDeleteKen, hahaha! You're too cute!
DeleteWhat an adorable room Shirley! Looks like you had an amazing stay :)
ReplyDeleteGlenda, I had an awesome time there! Certainly a memorable one!
Deletewah, very nice. i believe a lot of girls want to go there now
ReplyDeleteHW, I'm sure this is a dreamland for #hellokitty fans!
DeleteLook like a fun place to stay at.
ReplyDeleteAmy, it's definitely one of the best for me!
DeleteWow, this room is so full of cute Hello Kitty. Fans of Hello Kitty will love to stay in this room.
ReplyDeleteMun, it's paradise for Hello Kitty fans! xoxo
DeleteGreat Post! I stayed at the Keio Plaza when I was in Japan ^__^
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Diana, I had such a lovely time there! The hotel staff are awesome!
DeleteWAAAHhh! I know some girl friends who would kill to stay in that room and take photos! I've never been a giant fan but I did covet a few hellokitty items as a child, for one, this giant 3d alarm clock that my dad got me! I do love the face of hello kitty, i'm attracted to toys that have that blank face!
ReplyDeleteSharlynn, hahaha! I'm sure they do! Giant clock?? Would love to check that out too! Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts with us :D
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Ann, it's great having another #hellokitty fan here! Nice mtg you, sweetie! xoxo
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ReplyDeleteBal, indeed I am & I've a soft spot for kitty!
Deletewow, you looks like a little princess in the princess's kitty room Shirley. I used to love kitty when I was a child - no more since I comes a mom:). Glad you hone safely, I believed you had a great time in Japan:).
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Tanya, you're such a darling! My interest went the opposite way ...... used to adore Minni Mouse as a kid, but I've grown to love Hello Kitty as I aged. Lol!
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ReplyDeleteKathy, hahaha! Can't wait to show you gals!
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Nicole, thanks for the sweet note!
DeleteI absolutely love your review, Hello Kitty has captured my heart all over again :D
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Uru, I'm so glad that you've found this post of interest. Thanks so much for the kind notes, sweetie!
DeleteShirley!!! kawaiiiii!!!! like in fairy tale...I am overzealous of you!!!! Welcome back and can't wait for the next post!
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Carmen, awesome! xoxo
DeleteHow lucky were you to get to experience all this Hello Kitty cuteness Shirley! It looks wonderful! Welcome back sweet lady!
ReplyDeleteRowena, indeed I am! Hahaha! Thanks for the sweet thoughts, dear!
DeleteI like hello kitty, but not so much that I would want to have everything with it's picture! The rooms are awesome, though!
ReplyDeleteLona, cool! Thanks so much for coming by & it's great having you here with us! xoxo
DeleteSo much cuteness Shirley!!! My mum absolutely loves Hello Kitty, so I have to send a link to this post to her
ReplyDeleteTrishie, aw! Can't believe your mom is also a #hellokitty fan! Certainly make me feel so much better now that I know I'm not the only "aunty" who adores the cute icon. Lol!
DeleteShirley, I can only imagine your delight over being invited to an event (and hotel) that featured your passion. What fun! (I like the Princess Suite, if that's the photo showing you in "Hello Kitty" dreamland!) :)
ReplyDeleteKim, you hit the nail right on the spot! I was in seventh heaven indeed! I adore the Princess Kitty room & wish I could live in such a haven..........
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Sarah, hahaha! Looks like we've quite a handful of HK fans! Thanks, sweetie! xoxo
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Aimi, it's heavenly!
Deletemy better half planning to go Japan next year...I know I have to bring lots of empty bags to keep my Hello Kitty.hahahhah
ReplyDeleteYL, that's awesome! I can't imagine the amount of kitty stuff you'll squeeze into your bag. Lol!
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Manasi, thanks for coming by & certainly love having you around!
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ReplyDeleteHong, certainly very honored to be an invited guest. Yes please, I'm sure she'll love it!
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