Sanrio Company 

Sanrio Company, Ltd., alongside its subsidiaries, conducts business worldwide and in Japan, primarily focusing on the conceptualization, design, and distribution of social communication gifts, greeting cards, and books. The firm's expansive portfolio further includes the management of restaurants and participation in the production, promotion, and distribution of films. Additionally, Sanrio is involved in the manufacturing and retail of video and DVD content, the planning and staging of musicals and live performances, intellectual property licensing, and the development and operation of theme parks. Founded in 1949, Sanrio Company, Ltd. has its corporate headquarters situated in Tokyo, Japan.