Hello Kitty is a fictional character created by Yuko Shimizu and owned by Sanrio. She is a white Japanese bobtail cat with no mouth, and she is often seen carrying a red purse. Hello Kitty was first introduced in 1974 as a vinyl coin purse. She quickly became popular and has since become one of the most popular characters in the world. Hello Kitty is known for her sweet and innocent personality. She is often seen as a symbol of friendship and happiness. Hello Kitty is a cultural icon and has been credited with helping to introduce Japanese culture to the world. A fanart Sanrio progress bar for YouTube with Hello Kitty Cute Wave.