Enjoy A Catnap At Hello Kitty Suites In Japan’s Family Friendly Hotels

Wow your family with a blissful night’s sleep at one of Japan’s stunning Hello Kitty hotel rooms.

The Keio Plaza Hotel Hachioji took over the delightfully furry animated franchise in 2023 from the former Keio Plaza Hotel Tama (now closed.) The Hachioji hotel features two rooms that fans of the Sanrio Co., Ltd’s  characters will cherish.

Themed Hotel Rooms Are Catnip for Kids Catnaps

Two of the hotel’s themed Hello Kitty hotel rooms are based on the beloved “Hello Kitty” and the others on “My Melody.” “My Melody” and her friend “Kuromi” — less familiar characters for Western families – claim to have many longtime fans from around the world. The very cute My Melody and Kuromi will be there to greet you.

Guestrooms sleeping up to four have two single beds and an elevated lounge area. The adorable feline fatale and her indescribable pals also decorate a new line of jewelry, the walls, the furniture and anything that doesn’t move.

The headboards of each Hello Kitty room bed are covered in 3-D figures of Hello Kitty. In the other Sanrio rooms, discover My Melody in seashell pink and Kuromi in lively purple, ensuring the purrfect dream state experience for siblings.

In addition, the Keio Plaza Hotel Hachioji installed two selfie spots on the second floor.

Where is Hachioji and Why You Should Stay There

Keio Plaza Hotel Hachioji is located in the vicinity of the JR Hachioji Station. Just 29 miles from Tokyo, it’s a rail hub to Yokohama in a suburb of West Tokyo. While definitely a small city hotel, Hachioji is surrounded by beautiful natural environments such as Mt. Takao. Go for the wonderful character theming and, if you need the crowds and compactness Japan is famous for, combine it with a larger city hotel stay.

Discover Your Kids Who Play Well Together

You can mix business and leisure family time at hotels within the Keio Plaza brand. Hachioji, for example, is an oasis for Hello Kitty lovers that encourages rest and relaxation. Families can pair a stay there with the more grownup Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo located in buzzy, LED-lit Shinjuku.

The flagship Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo is notable for its size and extensive facilities. Events rooms and multiple bars and restaurants (including a robust breakfast buffet) cater to both business and tourist guests.

Yet, it’s an equally strong option when it comes to reinforcing Japanese culture. Throughout the year, the hotel organizes special exhibits celebrating Japanese traditions, often at holidays. The concierge staff can arrange for a Wedding Kimono Experience, traditional tea ceremony, origami classes and other cultural events.

Winter travelers should consider combining snow sports with a fantasy Hello Kitty vacation. First, book the Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo, in Hokkaido, the heart of Japan’s famous ski country. Then add on a few days at the unforgettable Hachioji hotel in Tokyo.

Which Hello Kitty Guestroom Drives You Crazy?

We haven’t had the privilege of staying in these rooms but can share the company’s insights on their unique attributes.

At the Keio Plaza Hachioji, Hello Kitty appears with extra sparkling eyes and blushed pink cheeks, dressed up in a princess outfit. It’s a cacophony of color, with renderings of Hello Kitty up, down, and around splashed on every 2D surface.

The two other hotel rooms were the first to portray the Sanrio characters “My Melody” and her friend “Kuromi” together at any hotel within Japan. The design aesthetic is, well, cute. Look for an innocent young character in pink and a devilish one in purple.

The small, elevated seating areas in each room are traditional Japanese lounge spaces. They also have heavily themed daybeds and tea tables, perfect for hosting a hotel-catered “Princess Party” or other unique experiences.

Sanrio Character Selfie Spots Worthy of Greeting Cards

Guests stage the most amazing photos near the hotel lobby regardless of fan preferences. Choose between the cute “Hello Kitty” and “Little Twin Stars” sets. Or, do both.

“Hello Kitty” is in her Princess best, at the top of a staircase. Below, a red plush, high-heeled-shoe style chaise has, according to hotel sources, been “cast with a spell to bring happiness to all those who sit in the chair.”

The other photo spot depicts “Little Twin Stars” playing in an amusement park. These animated characters, called Kiki and Lala, are riding unicorns somewhere among the clouds. Join them!

A Keio Plaza Hotel Deal Purrfect for You!

Keio Plaza Hotels have long welcomed Kitty’s fandom ranging from girls in ankle socks to celebrities like Lady Gaga, making these rooms sell-outs. Each season, they design special packages that might include room service breakfast, a special amenity and family pricing. 

If you’re traveling with kids, book ahead. Check out the Keio Plaza Hachioji website for a variety of seasonal family offers. And Hello Kitty fans who can’t get enough must plan a visit to Sanrio Puroland, the delightful Hello Kitty theme park that’s a must-see for families visiting Tokyo. 

If these rooms are not available, check on these other Sanrio character themed rooms in Japan. There are also a few Hello Kitty rooms at hotels in Taiwan and Korea.

Don’t Hiss if You Miss Hello Kitty Rooms in Japan

There may not be Hello Kitty hotel rooms, but merchandise sporting Hello Kitty’s portrait is available far and wide.

Look for a line of Sanrio character cosmetics at Sephora, other themed hotel rooms in Malaysia and Hong Kong, and Hello Kitty Cafes at Universal’s CityWalk, in Las Vegas and a few roving food trucks.

Check out several Sanrio merchandise shops around California and the flagship Sanrio store in Los Angeles’ Japanese Village.

You’ll uncover memorable souvenirs of other favorite characters including Gudetama, Aggretsuko, Chococat and Keroppi. Don’t miss the design collabs with Bruno Mars, PUMA athletic wear, Crocs and other brands. You can also window shop and mail order at Sanrio, her owner’s site.

Still, nothing beats sleeping in the pure cuteness of these themed rooms.

If you get there, please post a picture of whatever you experience on our Facebook page.

Thanks to the Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo PR Team for their guidance on this July 2025 update. © 2023 SANRIO CO., LTD. APPROVAL NO. L64099