Adorozatorumary
Adorozatorumary (アドローザトルマリィ)
Experimental creative entity born from the Sanrio × Ado collaboration, who loves singing, candy, and sushi.
SANRIO CHARACTER LIST
Sanrio Characters List & Directory
Looking for a list of Sanrio characters? Sanrio has introduced more than 450 characters and character properties across its history. This growing Sanrio characters directory currently brings together 83 researched profiles with names, pictures, birthdays, debut years, species, relationships, and 2026 Sanrio Character Ranking information.
Browse the visual character list below to discover Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, Pochacco, vintage Sanrio characters, and many lesser-known characters from across Sanrio’s history. If you are trying to explore all Sanrio characters, this directory is designed as a growing reference to the wider 450+ character universe, with additional verified profiles added as they are researched.
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Years of Heritage
Featured Character Spotlight
Iconic favorites, historic multi-year winners, and standout performers from across Sanrio history.
2026 Rank: #1
Pompompurin
Debuted 1996 · Dog
2026 Rank: #2
Cinnamoroll
Debuted 2001 · Puppy
2026 Rank: #3
Pochacco
Debuted 1989 · Dog
2026 Rank: #4
Kuromi
Debuted 2005 · Rabbit
2026 Rank: #5
Hello Kitty
Debuted 1974 · Humanoid
2026 Rank: #7
My Melody
Debuted 1975 · Rabbit
2026 Rank: #11
Bad Badtz-Maru
Debuted 1993 · Penguin
2026 Rank: #6
Pekkle
Debuted 1989 · Duck
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Aggretsuko
Aggressive Retsuko (アグレッシブ烈子)
Polite red panda office accountant who vents her daily workplace stress through fierce late-night death metal karaoke sessions.
2026 Rank: #11
Bad Badtz-Maru
Bad Badtz-Maru (バッドばつ丸)
Mischievous, spiky-haired penguin prankster born on April Fools' Day with big ambitions of becoming a company president.
Beatcats
Beatcats (ビートキャッツ)
Five-member dance and vocal cat unit (Mia, Chelsea, Rico, Layla, and Emma) powered by the dokidoki colors of excited human hearts.
Bonbonribbon
Bonbonribbon (ぼんぼんりぼん)
Fashion-loving pink rabbit girl who wears a big ribbon made by her mother and dreams of becoming a stylish designer.
2025 Rank: #84
Bosanimal
Bosanimal (ぼさにまる)
Sanrio's multi-species ensemble of shaggy animals living authentically as themselves, starring Sakura, Cathy, and Ran.
Bunny and Matty
Bunny and Matty (バニー＆マッティ)
Official 1974 Sanrio property featuring Bunny the rabbit girl and three mice named Matty.
Button Nose
Button Nose (ボタンノーズ)
Cheerful classic Sanrio girl whose real name is Trish, renowned for her sweet button nose, homemade strawberry jam, and the legendary Strawberry House.
Charmmy Kitty
Charmmy Kitty (チャーミーキティ)
Hello Kitty's charming white Persian pet cat who wears a sparkling antique jewelry key around her neck.
Cheery Chums
Cheery Chums (チアリーチャム)
Sweet rabbit girl Cham and her cozy animal circle of forest friends who love baking cakes, tea parties, and crafts.
CHI CHAI MONCHAN
CHI CHAI MONCHAN (ちっちゃいもんちゃん)
Sanrio's delightful monkey boy introduced in 2003, famous for his curled purple tail, love of bananas and cherries, and agile jungle adventures.
Chibimaru
Chibimaru (ちびまる)
Tiny, playful boy Shiba Inu pup who loves bone-shaped biscuits, belly rubs, and playing catch in the park.
Chococat
Chococat (チョコキャット)
Sweet black cat with bright round eyes and ultra-sensitive whiskers that pick up the latest news and gossip instantly.
2026 Rank: #2
Cinnamoroll
Cinnamoroll (シナモロール)
Gentle white puppy born high in the sky on a cloud, famous for his long flying ears, curly tail, and cafe adventures.
Cocoa and Vanilla
Cocoa and Vanilla (カカオとバニラ)
Apprentice chocolatier twin mice from the Sugarbunnies universe who wear chocolate bunny-ear hats and craft delicious confectionery.
2026 Rank: #12
Cogimyun
Cogimyun (こぎみゅん)
Delicate wheat flour fairy who easily crumbles when startled but dreams of one day becoming a splendid onigiri rice ball.
2026 Rank: #17
Corocorokuririn
Corocorokuririn (コロコロクリリン)
Curious golden hamster boy who wears an adorable flower hat and loves gathering delicious sunflower seeds.
Dear Daniel
Daniel Starr (ディアダニエル)
Hello Kitty's handsome childhood friend and sweetheart who loves dancing, playing piano, and taking wildlife photographs.
Deery Lou
Deery Lou (ディアリールー)
Gentle fawn boy who lives in Rainbow Forest, loves walking in nature, chasing butterflies, and wags his tail when happy.
2026 Rank: #87
Dokidoki Yummychums
Dokidoki Yummychums (ドキドキヤミーチャムズ)
Sanrio's delightful 2003 fast-food ensemble led by Burger-kun, Potato-kun, and Drink-kun in a retro American-style diner world.
#58
Fresh Punch
Fresh Punch (フレッシュパンチ)
Iconic 1981 Sanrio retro pattern and design property featuring candy, lipstick, cosmetics, and pastel pop motifs.
2026 Rank: #18
GAOPOWERROO
GAOPOWERROO (がおぱわるぅ)
Super-positive mint dinosaur from Omurice Island who dreams of becoming a bird, loves omurice, and makes friends sleepy with his fluffy belly.
GOROPIKADON
GOROPIKADON (ゴロピカドン)
Sanrio's classic 1982 8-year-old triplet brothers Don, Goro, and Pika from the Land of Thunder who attend Thunder School and dislike rain.
2026 Rank: #19
Gudetama
Gudetama (ぐでたま)
Apathy-filled unfertilized egg yolk who loves lounging under bacon blankets and laments the exhausting demands of modern existence.
2026 Rank: #15
Hanamaruobake
Hanamaruobake (はなまるおばけ)
Gentle little ghost Marumaru who quietly watches over you and leaves a red hanamaru flower circle to praise your everyday effort.
2026 Rank: #8
Hangyodon
Hangyodon (ハンギョドン)
Kind-hearted, romantic half-fish boy born in China who dreams of being a hero alongside his octopus friend Sayuri.
6-Member Unit
Hapidanbui
Hapidanbui (はぴだんぶい)
Sanrio's six-member boy unit uniting Pochacco, Tuxedosam, Keroppi, Badtz-Maru, Hangyodon, and Pekkle on a mission for happiness.
2026 Rank: #5
Hello Kitty
Hello Kitty (ハローキティ)
Global Sanrio ambassador of friendship who lives in London, loves baking apple pies with Mama, and wears an iconic red bow.
Hummingmint
Hummingmint (ハミングミント)
Gentle northern fawn girl born beneath a mint-green aurora who loves singing and exploring Hakken no Mori with flowers and birds.
Ichigoman
ICHIGOMAN (イチゴマン)
Official superhero alter ego of Hello Kitty who transforms using a strawberry-shaped smartphone to fight monsters born from human malice.
Jewelpet
Jewelpet (ジュエルペット)
Magical animal companions from Jewel Land with gemstone eyes who practice magic alongside human partners.
JOCHUM
JOCHUM (ジェオチャム)
Official 11-member Sanrio × JO1 character group living together in a shared house where dreams come true.
2026 Rank: #16
Kerokerokeroppi
Kerokerokeroppi (けろけろけろっぴ)
Energetic, upbeat frog boy from Donut Pond who loves swimming, singing, and playing adventures with his triplet siblings.
KIRIMIchan.
KIRIMIchan. (KIRIMIちゃん.)
Cheerful salmon fillet character who wants to be eaten deliciously and brings whimsical culinary charm to dinner tables.
2026 Rank: #4
Kuromi
Kuromi (クロミ)
Spirited punk-chic rabbit heroine with a signature black jester hat, pink skull, and a secretly romantic heart.
Landry
Taraiguma no Landry (たらいぐまのらんどりー)
Energetic boy raccoon who lives in his favorite wash tub, loves cleaning and eating, listens to Mozart, and does acrobatics with his duck friend Pii.
2026 Rank: #10
Little Twin Stars
Little Twin Stars (リトルツインスターズ)
Celestial twin stars Kiki and Lala, born on the Star of Compassion, who bring dreamy warmth and starry wonder wherever they travel.
2026 Rank: #44
Littleforestfellow (Mero)
Littleforestfellow (リトルフォレストフェロォ)
My Melody's gentle, honest second cousin rabbit boy who treasures the special red hood she gifted him and loves collecting buttons.
2026 Rank: #64
Maimaimaigoen
Maimaimaigoen (まいまいまいごえん)
Sanrio's suspenseful storytelling ensemble following sixteen kindergarten children lost in a surreal, mysterious theme park.
Marroncream
Marron Cream (マロンクリーム)
Charming French rabbit girl from the Paris suburbs who is exceptionally skilled at dressmaking, handicrafts, and baking sweets.
Marumofubiyori
Marumofubiyori (まるもふびより)
Cozy white bear cub named Moppu who is always wrapped in his favorite blanket and loves lounging peacefully indoors.
#38 in 2026
Marshmallowmitainafuwafuwanyanko
Mashumaro • マシュマロみたいなふわふわにゃんこ
Pure-white, marshmallow-soft kitten living in a stylish Paris designer apartment who charms listeners with his boy-soprano voice and piano melodies.
#53
Mewkledreamy
Mewkledreamy (ミュークルドリーミー)
Pale-violet kitten plush Mew and her Dreamy Mates share dreams when sleeping beside friends and study dream interpretation.
#27
Mimmy
Mimmy White (ミミィ・ホワイト)
Hello Kitty's twin younger sister who wears a signature yellow bow on her right ear, excels at home economics, and loves embroidery.
Minna No Tabo
Minna no Tābō (みんなのたあ坊)
Cheerful, honest boy who won back-to-back #1 titles in 1988–1989, dreams of becoming Santa Claus, and loves swimming.
Monkichi
Osaru no Monkichi (おさるのもんきち)
Optimistic, funny monkey boy from Mount Saraku who can eat ten bananas in a single minute and dreams of becoming a poet.
Mopitchi
Mopitchi (モピッチ)
Cheerful and whimsical companion character created to share delightful cozy moments and gentle smiles.
2026 Rank: #7
My Melody
My Melody (マイメロディ)
Sweet, honest rabbit girl from the forest of Mariland who wears a beloved hood sewn by her grandmother and loves almond pound cake.
2026 Rank: #13
My Sweet Piano
My Sweet Piano (マイスウィートピアノ)
Gentle pink sheep and official friend of My Melody who loves playing piano, making flower crowns, and eating meringue cookies.
NYA・NI・NYU・NYE・NYON
NYA・NI・NYU・NYE・NYON (ニャニィニュニェニョン)
Sanrio's classic 1984 group of five mischievous kitten siblings: dependable Nya, marshmallow-loving Ni, affectionate Nyu, fashionable girl Nye, and prankster Nyon.
Pandaba
Pandaba (伊集院パンダバ)
A witty, contrary panda girl from the Bad Badtz-Maru world who loves listening to rap music and is skilled at speed-eating shumai.
Pandapple
Pandapple (パンダップル)
A cheerful and energetic panda boy who wears a red apple hat, loves freshly picked apples, collects apple goods, and dreams of growing a giant record-breaking apple.
#65 in 2026
Pankunchi
Pankunchi (ぱんくんち)
Gentle young panda discovered in a forest cardboard box who loves bread, living alongside Shokupan-kun and Koppepan-kun in Shortpants Town.
Pata Pata Peppy
Pata Pata Peppy (パタパタペッピー)
Curious, hasty boy owl from the northern forest who loves exploring, cherries, nuts, and afternoon naps.
2026 Rank: #40
Patty & Jimmy
Patty & Jimmy (パティ＆ジミー)
Classic 1974 Sanrio couple from Kansas City: energetic sporty tomboy Patty and gentle, studious Jimmy.
2026 Rank: #6
Pekkle
Ahirunopekkle (あひるのペックル)
Good-natured, tap-dancing duck from Palm Town who dreams of flying and achieved #6 Worldwide in the 2026 ranking.
Pippo
Pippo (ピッポ)
Curious, adventurous little pig boy who loves discovering hidden treasures and playing outdoors with his friends.
2026 Rank: #3
Pochacco
Pochacco (ポチャッコ)
Curious, sporty white pup born on Leap Day in Uguisu Alley who loves banana ice cream and brisk strolls.
Pokopon
Pokopon's Diary (ぽこぽん日記)
Pure-hearted, curious boy tanuki from Pokopon's Diary who came to Tokyo for training, composes haiku, loves dango, and exchanges letters with his girlfriend Hana-chan.
2026 Rank: #1
Pompompurin
Pompompurin (ポムポムプリン)
Laid-back golden retriever boy who wears a trademark brown beret, loves Mama's pudding, and took #1 in the 2026 Sanrio Character Ranking.
#63 in 2026
Puwawa
Puwawa (プワワ)
Gentle baby umibōzu who can become friends with anything that moves, loves collecting seashells, and won the 2025 Jump Up Award.
#71
Rilu Rilu Fairilu
Rilu Rilu Fairilu (リルリルフェアリル)
Enchanting fairy beings born from Fairilu seeds led by tulip fairy Lip, searching for their magical Fairilu Doors to grow their dreams.
Robow@n
Robow@n (ロボワン)
An expressive robot dog created at Hyper Robo Studio, featuring a color-changing mood switch on his chest and kaomoji-style communication.
RURURUGAKUEN
RURURUGAKUEN (るるる学園)
Sanrio's classic 1989 school-life group of six high-spirited students: Naomi, Maiko, Chie, Yoshiko, Tomo, and Terumi from Rururu Gakuen.
Seven Silly Dwarfs
Seven Silly Dwarfs (セブンシリードワーフ)
Seven whimsical dwarf brothers living deep in the enchanted forest who love singing, working, and baking together.
1999 Classic
Shinkansen
Shinkansen (シンカンセン)
Sanrio's cheerful bullet-train property introduced in 1999, featuring 14 energetic train companions who love racing and running very fast.
Small People
Small People (スモールピープル)
Sanrio's 1976 retro ensemble featuring Sweet Candy, her close friends Lou, Tammy, Joy, Lee, and loyal dog Paro.
Spottie Dottie
Spottie Dottie (スポッティドッティ)
Fashionable Dalmatian girl with a talent for trend research, a love for sweets, and a close bond with her cat best friend Sassy.
Classic
Spunky Burro
Spunky Burro (スパンキーバロー)
Kindhearted, patient donkey boy who lives at a countryside farmhouse near a green forest with friends Speedy, Cathy, Piki, Robin, and Mogu.
Sugar Minuet
Sugarminuet (シュガーメヌエット)
Ballet-dancing twin bunny sisters Balletusa and Primausa who spin gracefully on music boxes in the Sugarbunnies universe.
Sugarbunnies
Sugarbunnies (シュガーバニーズ)
Genius pâtissier twin rabbit brothers ShiroUsa and KuroUsa from Bunny's Field who craft delicious happiness-giving sweets.
Tenorikuma
Tenorikuma (てのりくま)
Tiny 4 cm bears who work at Tenorikuma Coffee, led by hardworking red-scarf barista Latte who dreams of opening his own shop.
👑 Classic Sovereign
The Strawberry King
いちごの王さま
Benevolent ruler of the Strawberry Kingdom who delivers timeless messages of peace, friendship, and harmony.
Tiny Chum
Tiny Chum (タイニーチャム)
Sweet boy teddy bear who looks up to Hello Kitty so much that he wears a matching ribbon bow on his ear.
🍃 Child of the Wind
Tiny Poem
タイニーポエム (さっちゃん)
Nature-loving "child of the wind" Sacchan who plays among green fields and hills with her boyfriend Daichan.
2026 Rank: #9
Tuxedosam
Tuxedosam (タキシードサム)
Dapper, gourmet penguin gentleman from Tuxedo Island who studied in Britain, loves good food, and owns 365 bow ties.
Twee Dee Drops
Twee Dee Drops (トゥイーディードロップス)
Sanrio's 1980 energetic trio of rabbit boys in pirate-style outfits who love playful daily mischief.
2026 Rank: #20
U*SA*HA*NA
U*SA*HA*NA (ウサハナ)
Energetic multi-colored rabbit girl who loves summer sunshine, ballet dancing, and eating delicious orange sherbet.
WE ARE DINOSAURS!
WE ARE DINOSAURS! (ウィアーダイナソアーズ！)
Sanrio's classic 1992 prehistoric dinosaur ensemble led by Tiran the Tyrannosaurus alongside Tops, Stega, Ptera, Blackie, and Plessie.
Winkipinki
Winki Pinki (ウィンキーピンキー)
Fashionable and romantic girl cat who loves playing violin, drawing pictures, and collecting stylish accessories.
2026 Rank: #14
Wish Me Mell
Wish Me Mell (ウィッシュミーメル)
Kind-hearted rabbit girl from the magical rainbow world of Merci Hills who delivers heartfelt letters and happiness.
Yoshikitty
Yoshikitty (ヨシキティ)
Legendary rock-icon collaboration character blending Hello Kitty's charm with the visual rock aesthetic of X Japan's YOSHIKI.
Zashikibuta
Zashikibuta (ザシキブタ)
Gentle country pig who loves tending vegetables in his garden, eating roasted sweet potatoes, and relaxing in nature.
Explore Sanrio Characters by Category
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✦ Universe Guide & Taxonomy ✦
What Are Sanrio Characters? Types & Universe Explained
Sanrio characters represent one of the world's most diverse character ecosystems, spanning over 450 distinct properties created since 1960. Rather than adhering to a single format or species, the Sanrio universe encompasses several unique archetypes:
Animal Characters
From golden retriever pups like Pompompurin and athletic canines like Pochacco to friendly rabbits like My Melody and energetic frogs like Keroppi, animal characters form the largest historical segment of Sanrio lore.
Examples: Pompompurin, Pochacco, Cinnamoroll, My Melody, Keroppi, Badtz-Maru
Humanoid Characters
Characters portrayed with human qualities, school routines, celestial identities, or stylized human forms, navigating relatable childhood stories and celestial adventures.
Examples: Hello Kitty, Little Twin Stars (Kiki & Lala), Patty & Jimmy, Marron Cream
Food & Object Personifications
Playful, satirical personifications of everyday foods and household objects, celebrated for their relatable quirkiness, lethargy, and modern cultural commentary.
Examples: Gudetama (egg yolk), KIRIMIchan. (salmon fillet), Cogimyun (wheat flour fairy)
Groups, Bands & Boy/Girl Units
Official music units, character boy bands, and comedy alliances formed by Sanrio to release songs, stage productions, animated series, and collaborative merchandise.
Examples: Hapidanbui (6-boy unit), Beatcats, JOCHUM, Kuromi's 5, Show By Rock!!
41st Annual Contest
2026 Sanrio Character Ranking Highlights
The 2026 Sanrio Character Ranking gathered 70,647,379 total votes worldwide across 90 participating candidates. Explore the top podium champions:
Frequently Asked Questions About All Sanrio Characters
Common questions about the Sanrio universe, historical scope, character ages, species types, and directory records.
What is a Sanrio characters list?
A Sanrio characters list catalogs official characters created by Sanrio across five decades of history. This directory serves as a visual and informational list bringing together 83 researched profiles with verified birthdays, debut years, species archetypes, character relationships, and official Sanrio Character Ranking records.
Does Sanrio have more than 450 characters?
Yes. Sanrio has introduced more than 450 characters and character properties across its history since 1960. A curated roster of 90 characters participates annually in the official Sanrio Character Ranking, while our growing encyclopedia directory currently documents 83 fully researched detailed profiles.
Does this directory include all Sanrio characters?
Sanrio has introduced more than 450 characters and character properties across its history. This directory currently contains 83 researched profiles and continues to expand as additional characters are verified.
Are all Sanrio characters human?
No. Sanrio's universe includes many diverse character types, including animals (dogs, rabbits, penguins, frogs, cats), humanoids (Little Twin Stars, Patty & Jimmy), food personifications (Gudetama the egg yolk, KIRIMIchan. the sliced salmon), fantasy fairies (Cogimyun), objects, and musical groups.
How old are Sanrio characters?
Many Sanrio characters have an official birthday and debut year without a canonically stated numerical age. A character’s debut year should not be used to calculate their fictional age unless Sanrio officially provides that age.
What is the difference between Hello Kitty characters and Sanrio characters?
Hello Kitty is one character within Sanrio’s much larger character universe. People sometimes use ‘Hello Kitty characters’ casually when referring to Sanrio characters, but the wider Sanrio catalog includes many independent characters and character properties.
Who won the 2026 Sanrio Character Ranking?
Pompompurin won first place in the 41st Sanrio Character Ranking with more than 7 million votes, ahead of Cinnamoroll in second place and Pochacco in third place out of 70,647,379 total votes cast worldwide.
How can I search for characters by alternate names or aliases?
Our directory search bar recognizes alternate names and aliases across Japanese and English naming conventions. For example, searching "Pekkle" finds Ahirunopekkle, "Keroppi" finds Kerokerokeroppi, "Piano" finds My Sweet Piano, "Badtz Maru" finds Bad Badtz-Maru, and "Pawaruu" finds GAOPOWERROO.
Encyclopedia Methodology and Data Sources
SanrioCharacters.com is compiled using primary and secondary archival documentation, including official Sanrio Character Ranking publications, corporate character profiles from Sanrio Co., Ltd. archives, Sanrio Puroland character registries, and historic issues of Strawberry News (Ichigo Shinbun).
Independent Fan Resource Disclaimer: SanrioCharacters.com is an independent educational fan encyclopedia and historical ranking database. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or associated with Sanrio Co., Ltd. All character names, imagery, and related indicia are trademarks and copyrights of Sanrio Co., Ltd.