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Hello Kitty maker cuts ties with Japanese spy drama after China backlash

World | 2026-10-29 at 07:54 UTC | Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Sanrio has apologised after its merchandise line with Japanese TV series Vivant drew criticism.
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