If you love cute things, then you’ve probably heard of Sanrio. With iconic characters like Hello Kitty, My Melody, Cinnamoroll, and Kuromi, Sanrio is a Japanese entertainment company focusing on “kawaii” (cute) segments of the culture, with products like stationery, gifts, accessories, and more. They also have theme parks, cafes, and restaurants that feature the characters. Here are some places in Seoul where you can enjoy Sanrio-themed experiences!
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1. Everland
2. Hello Kitty Apple Cafe
3. Sanrio Lovers Club
4. Cinnamoroll Sweet Cafe
5. Where is KEY? with HELLO KITTY
1. Everland x Sanrio Collaboration (3/21~)
| Address: 199 Everland-ro, Pogok-eup, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do (Kakao Maps)
| Opening Hours: Daily 10:00-20:00
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Everland, South Korea’s largest theme park, is set to host its annual Tulip Festival with Sanrio starting from March 21. It will occur throughout the park, with the main attractions in the Four Seasons Garden, Global Fair, and Magic Land. Along with over 1.2 million flowers from more than 100 species being in full bloom, you can see popular classic characters like Hello Kitty, My Melody, and Kuromi and newer favorites like Usahana and Keroppi. You can take pictures with the characters, see dance performances, walk around themed areas, and pursue exclusive goods. You won’t want to miss this if you’re a Sanrio fan!
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2. Hello Kitty Apple Cafe
| Address: 1F-2F, 15 Myeongdong 6-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul (Kakao Maps)
| Opening Hours: Daily 10:00-20:00 (Last Order 21:20)
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Opened in February, the Hello Kitty Apple Cafe is a three-story cafe situated in the heart of Myeongdong, a popular shopping district in Seoul that’s a must-visit spot for tourists. Along with Hello Kitty, the cafe features apple-shaped decorations and apple-inspired menu items like apple ade and peach apple tea. There are themed elements and photo spots throughout the cafe, so if you love the iconic character, you’ll love this spot!
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3. Sanrio Lovers Club
| Address: 18 Wausan-ro 19-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul (Kakao Maps)
| Opening Hours: Daily 12:00-21:00
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Located in the trendy neighborhood of Hongdae, Sanrio Lovers Club is a pop-up cafe and merchandise shop dedicated to Sanrio characters. You’ll find a bright pink backdrop at the entrance that’s filled with adorable characters like Kuromi, Little Twin Stars, and Cinnamoroll. Inside, you’ll find themed areas for each character, like a Hello Kitty armchair, a Pompompurin zone, and a pink-and-purple locker room for Kuromi. The first floor is a pop-up store with Sanrio merchandise, and the second floor is a cafe offering themed drinks and desserts. Make sure you order the lattes as they draw Sanrio characters on them!
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4. Cinnamoroll Sweet Cafe
| Address: 2F, AK PLAZA Hongdae, 188 Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul (Kakao Maps)
| Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00-22:00, Sat-Sun 10:30-22:00 (Last Order 21:00)
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Themed around Cinnamoroll, the adorable Sanrio character known for its fluffy tail resembling a cinnamon roll, the Cinnamoroll Sweet Cafe. The cafe features pastel colors like pink, blue, and green and includes themed areas that resemble a Cinnamoroll bedroom. Next to the cafe, there’s a pop-up store selling a variety of merchandise, including plushies, bags, keychains, and more. The lattes are topped with Cinnamoroll’s face, and you’ll also find Cinnamoroll-shaped cakes and cookies.
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5. Where is KEY? with HELLO KITTY (3/28~4/9)
| Address: 108 Yeouidodae-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul (Kakao Maps)
| Opening Hours: Daily 10:30-20:00
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Whether you’re a lifelong Sanrio fan or just love cute aesthetics, these must-visit spots in Seoul will bring your favorite characters to life. Ready to explore? Book your trip to Seoul now on Trazy.com, Korea’s #1 Travel Shop!
