Hello Kitty asks fans to sponsor anniversary party amid Covid-19

Hello Kitty Land Tokyo is going ahead with its 30th anniversary celebrations amid the Covid-19 pandemic and is urging fans to fund the event.

Airlines offer 'flights to nowhere' that take off and land at the same airport

There's a growing trend in Asia offering “flights to nowhere” that take off and land at the same airport.

Manholes get glowing anime makeover in Japan's Tokorozawa

City officials in Japan hope that the manholes, which are lit up, will help to prevent crime during the night.

Mythical pandemic-beating mermaid monster Amabie goes viral in Japan

Amabie, a mythical mermaid monster said to repel plagues, has captured hearts and hopes in coronavirus-hit Japan.

Masks are THE facial accessory of 2020

Lifestyle/art mag Monopol says the "apocalyptic prevailing mood" may be why face masks appeared on the fashion scene even before Covid-19.

Malaysian sand artist Loong Bee tells magical stories with sand

Using sand as a medium to entertain and tell stories is a legacy this father is passing on to his two children.

Say hello to the Hello Kitty Holiday Collection by OPI

For RM142, you can discover Seoul with K-pop group BTS

Fans of K-pop stars BTS who are planning to visit Seoul may want to look up a special limited-edition tourist pass that features the boy band on the card.

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What midlife crisis? Hello Kitty turns 45 and she's partying all year

Hello Kitty celebrates her 45th birthday with special activities all year long at Sanrio Puroland, better known as Hello Kitty Land Tokyo, and its sister park Harmonyland.