Sanrio

MINISO Achieves Strong Growth in North America Thanks to IP Strategy and Innovative Shopping Experiences

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Donnerstag, April 4, 2024
Growth, Sanrio, Dream Mall, City, Yoy, IP, GMV, American Dream, Collection, USD, Retail

The new flagship reflects MINISO's latest ambitious exploration of IP collaborations in the US market, aiming to further accelerate its rapid expansion within North America on the back of strong growth in the past 2023.

Key Points: 
  • The new flagship reflects MINISO's latest ambitious exploration of IP collaborations in the US market, aiming to further accelerate its rapid expansion within North America on the back of strong growth in the past 2023.
  • Additionally, total revenue of North America in 2023 surged to 160 million USD, soaring an annual growth rate of 128%.
  • This rapid growth in the North American market outshines performance in all of the brand's other global markets (excluding China).
  • Throughout 2023, MINISO introduced a diverse selection of beloved IP collaborations in North America.

Get Limited-Edition Cinnamoroll Gear in Ragnarok Online

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Dienstag, Januar 30, 2024
Online, Steam, Element, Interest, Sanrio, Gravity Interactive, Cosmetics, RPG, Video game

BUENA PARK, Calif. , Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gravity Interactive has announced a collaboration with entertainment company Sanrio Korea, creators of iconic characters such as Hello Kitty and Cinnamoroll. Gravity Interactive and Sanrio collaborated to bring cosmetics in Gravity Interactive's hit MMORPG, Ragnarok Online. Ragnarok Online has touched PC gamers across the world for over 20 years. The collaboration features in-game cosmetics that players in Ragnarok Online can attain and wear. After Ragnarok Online held a large 20th anniversary event in 2023 for fans of the game, Gravity Interactive continues to reward players with content, such as through this collaboration. Ragnarok Online is available to play for free on Windows and Steam. Gravity Interactive warmly invites fans of classic MMORPGs with heavy community interaction to enter the world of Midgard in Ragnarok Online.

Key Points: 
  • Gravity Interactive and Sanrio collaborated to bring cosmetics in Gravity Interactive's hit MMORPG, Ragnarok Online.
  • The collaboration features in-game cosmetics that players in Ragnarok Online can attain and wear.
  • Gravity Interactive warmly invites fans of classic MMORPGs with heavy community interaction to enter the world of Midgard in Ragnarok Online.
  • Players in Ragnarok Online will be able to purchase three different RO x Cinnamoroll packages.

MINISO Opens 100th US Store in Orlando, Bringing a Pink Blizzard for the Holidays

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Montag, Dezember 18, 2023
Holiday, Walt Disney World, Care Bears, The Florida Mall, The Walt Disney Company, City, System, Orlando International Airport, Pink, Sanrio, Tourism

"By establishing this charming pink Christmas village at the Florida Mall, MINISO is embarking on a fresh initiative to deepen our connection with local consumers during the holiday season," said Tyrone Li, Head of MINISO US on the day of store opening. "Our aim is to bring a warm and joyful companionship to our customers throughout the winter holidays -- going beyond offering lifestyle products to becoming an integral part of their holiday lifestyle, all while bringing MINISO's Joy Philosophy to them. We are confident and eagerly look forward to becoming a preferred destination for holiday gift shopping among local residents."

Key Points: 
  • Ushering in the festive season in a blizzard of pink, the store brings a captivating and vibrant shopping experience, adding a touch of whimsical winter to Florida's holiday season.
  • Spanning 2080 square feet, the new store holds a prime location just minutes away from Orlando International Airport, Disney World, and other popular local attractions.
  • Marking the 100th store milestone in the US during the Christmas season, MINISO created a dazzling "pink blizzard" at the Florida Mall, immersing shoppers in an even more joyous atmosphere.
  • Notably, the brand's latest Care Bear collection is making its debut appearance in the US at the Florida mall store.

MINISO Opens 100th US Store in Orlando, Bringing a Pink Blizzard for the Holidays

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Dienstag, Dezember 12, 2023
Holiday, Walt Disney World, Care Bears, The Florida Mall, The Walt Disney Company, City, System, Orlando International Airport, Pink, Sanrio, Tourism

"By establishing this charming pink Christmas village at the Florida Mall, MINISO is embarking on a fresh initiative to deepen our connection with local consumers during the holiday season," said Tyrone Li, Head of MINISO US on the day of store opening. "Our aim is to bring a warm and joyful companionship to our customers throughout the winter holidays -- going beyond offering lifestyle products to becoming an integral part of their holiday lifestyle, all while bringing MINISO's Joy Philosophy to them. We are confident and eagerly look forward to becoming a preferred destination for holiday gift shopping among local residents."

Key Points: 
  • Ushering in the festive season in a blizzard of pink, the store brings a captivating and vibrant shopping experience, adding a touch of whimsical winter to Florida's holiday season.
  • Spanning 2080 square feet, the new store holds a prime location just minutes away from Orlando International Airport, Disney World, and other popular local attractions.
  • Marking the 100th store milestone in the US during the Christmas season, MINISO created a dazzling "pink blizzard" at the Florida Mall, immersing shoppers in an even more joyous atmosphere.
  • Notably, the brand's latest Care Bear collection is making its debut appearance in the US at the Florida mall store.

MINISO Opens 100th US Store in Orlando, Bringing a Pink Blizzard for the Holidays

Retrieved on: 
Dienstag, Dezember 12, 2023
Holiday, Walt Disney World, Care Bears, The Florida Mall, The Walt Disney Company, City, System, Orlando International Airport, Pink, Sanrio, Tourism

"By establishing this charming pink Christmas village at the Florida Mall, MINISO is embarking on a fresh initiative to deepen our connection with local consumers during the holiday season," said Tyrone Li, Head of MINISO US on the day of store opening. "Our aim is to bring a warm and joyful companionship to our customers throughout the winter holidays -- going beyond offering lifestyle products to becoming an integral part of their holiday lifestyle, all while bringing MINISO's Joy Philosophy to them. We are confident and eagerly look forward to becoming a preferred destination for holiday gift shopping among local residents."

Key Points: 
  • Ushering in the festive season in a blizzard of pink, the store brings a captivating and vibrant shopping experience, adding a touch of whimsical winter to Florida's holiday season.
  • Spanning 2080 square feet, the new store holds a prime location just minutes away from Orlando International Airport, Disney World, and other popular local attractions.
  • Marking the 100th store milestone in the US during the Christmas season, MINISO created a dazzling "pink blizzard" at the Florida Mall, immersing shoppers in an even more joyous atmosphere.
  • Notably, the brand's latest Care Bear collection is making its debut appearance in the US at the Florida mall store.

Build-A-Bear Brings Sanrio® Friends In-Store and Online for Holiday Season

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Donnerstag, Dezember 7, 2023
Communication, Collection, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Hello Kitty, NYSE, Head, Clothing, BBW, Toy, Sanrio, Friends

ST. LOUIS, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) has released a new line of products from Sanrio® – best known for its beloved character Hello Kitty® – in stores, including Pompompurin, My Melody and Kuromi characters. Initially launched online at buildabear.com earlier this month, these plushies expand upon Build-A-Bear's existing line of Sanrio products including Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, clothing and accessories. With the popularity of our existing Hello Kitty and friends collection, these new collectibles are sure to be fan favorites and make great gifts for your Sanrio fans on your list.

Key Points: 
  • Initially launched online at buildabear.com earlier this month, these plushies expand upon Build-A-Bear's existing line of Sanrio products including Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, clothing and accessories.
  • With the popularity of our existing Hello Kitty and friends collection, these new collectibles are sure to be fan favorites and make great gifts for your Sanrio fans on your list.
  • The Hello Kitty and Friends collection by Build-A-Bear is only available while supplies last.
  • With the growing popularity of brand enthusiasts and collectors, the company has increased product introductions to surprise and delight this audience.

MINISO Opens Vibrant Oxford Street Flagship, Bringing Dream-like Design Concept to the UK

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Dienstag, November 14, 2023
Language, Oxford Street, Social media, IP, Map, Pixar, Tesco international operations, London Underground, Retail, Amusement park, Sanrio

With its vibrant new design concept, the remarkable store is the brand's very first of its kind in the UK, standing out as another exciting destination on one of the world's most recognizable shopping streets.

Key Points: 
  • With its vibrant new design concept, the remarkable store is the brand's very first of its kind in the UK, standing out as another exciting destination on one of the world's most recognizable shopping streets.
  • Nestled at 100 Oxford Street, the new flagship marks MINISO's largest retail space in the UK to date, spanning nearly 3,000 square feet.
  • The new Oxford Street flagship store, with its eye-catching design language, becomes another sparkling gem on MINISO's global store map.
  • "The vibrant, fantastical design that we've brought to our new MINISO Oxford Street flagship is certain to bring smiles to the faces of shoppers in London," said Saad Usman, Chief Operating Officer at MINISO UK.

MINISO Opens Vibrant Oxford Street Flagship, Bringing Dream-like Design Concept to the UK

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Dienstag, November 14, 2023
IP, Language, Pixar, Multimedia, Map, London Underground, Social media, Tesco international operations, Oxford Street, Retail, Online shopping, Amusement park, Sanrio

Nestled at 100 Oxford Street, the new flagship marks MINISO's largest retail space in the UK to date, spanning nearly 3,000 square feet.

Key Points: 
  • Nestled at 100 Oxford Street, the new flagship marks MINISO's largest retail space in the UK to date, spanning nearly 3,000 square feet.
  • The new Oxford Street flagship store, with its eye-catching design language, becomes another sparkling gem on MINISO's global store map.
  • "The vibrant, fantastical design that we've brought to our new MINISO Oxford Street flagship is certain to bring smiles to the faces of shoppers in London," said Saad Usman, Chief Operating Officer at MINISO UK.
  • In addition to the chic concept store, MINISO is on a creative spree, introducing a wide array of special themed stores worldwide.

MINISO Opens its first-ever Sanrio-themed store in Indonesia for a Magical IP Shopping Experience

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Dienstag, Oktober 24, 2023
City, Perfume, IPS, Retail, Sanrio

This significant development underscores MINISO's commitment to the brand's upgrade in Indonesia, with new store image and a wide range of beloved IP products, aiming to create a better shopping experience for customers.

Key Points: 
  • This significant development underscores MINISO's commitment to the brand's upgrade in Indonesia, with new store image and a wide range of beloved IP products, aiming to create a better shopping experience for customers.
  • MINISO hopes the new store will provide a one-stop destination for customers to fully immerse themselves in its enchanting IP co-branded world.
  • That's why we've chosen to open our very first Sanrio-themed store here," said Jason Lee, General Manager of MINISO Indonesia.
  • Beyond physical store expansion, MINISO is also continuing its brand upgrade in Indonesia.

Cocone Unveils 'Centennial' as First Major Service Release to the U.S. Market

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Dienstag, Oktober 10, 2023
Komodo, Centennial, Digital, NFT, Stunning, 2NE1, The Walt Disney Company, Music, AlterEgo, Video game, Sanrio, Obihiro Centennial City Museum, Cone (category theory)

NEW YORK, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cocone, a leading Japanese immersive entertainment studio at the forefront of avatar and digital fashion creation, today announced its next major service launch, Centennial, coming to the US market in early 2024. Centennial represents an ambitious project, led by renowned artist and innovator Mari Kim, that aims to redefine how Western audiences view virtual world experiences and connect with one another socially.

Key Points: 
  • "The launch of Centennial marks a pivotal moment in expanding Cocone's services for the US community," said Mari Kim, Centennial lead and CEO of Cocone New York.
  • "We are eager to transport people into the metaverse through immersive, highly personalized experiences with stunning graphics and customizable characters.
  • Kim joined Cocone in 2023, bringing her experiences as a renowned artist and digital creator to the globally recognized studio.
  • Centennial spearheads Cocone's entry into the U.S. market and sets the stage for continued success as the entertainment giant continues to bring additional titles to the West.