My Melody is a charming little rabbit created by Sanrio that always wears a cute hood over her head. She first came to life as the kawaii version of little red riding hood! Did you know that next to Hello Kitty, My Melo is one of the oldest Sanrio characters? She is a timeless cutie.
Sweet and girly, My Melody is the exact opposite of the edgy Kuromi. To this day, she inspires fans to kawaii-fy their life with her vibrant and youthful energy!
- Japanese name: マイメロディ(pronounced Mai Merodi)
- Nickname: My Melo
- Birthday: January 18
- Gender: Girl
- Species: Rabbit
- Zodiac sign: Capricorn
- Hobby: Baking cookies and almond cake
- Fun Fact: My Melody had no mouth in Hello Kitty's TV series
HOW OLD IS MY MELODY?
Born in the magical year of 1975 in the land of Sanrio, My Melody has been spreading joy and sweetness for decades.
Floating along the air without a care, in my flowery parasol
My Melody’s delightful debut was in the episode “Little Red Bunnyhood” in the show “Hello Kitty’s Furry Tale Theater.”
This bunny may be nearly 50 years old in human years, but she is always forever young and cute in the kawaii-sphere!
GET TO KNOW MY MELO
My Melody loves wearing her hood everywhere she goes. At first, this little rabbit was always wearing the red hood given by her grandmother.
I'm in a good mood this morning, so I'll wear my number seven deep pink
Later on, she decided to pass it to her cousin, Littleforestfellow. Now she wears a pink hood!
Sometimes called Melo-chan by her friends, this bunny can be optimistic and oblivious at the same time. Though she occasionally might not be able to read a room, My Melody is always kind and calm!
WHERE IS HER HOME?
Mariland is the magical forest where My Melody and her family live. She bakes together with her mama and she loves spending time with her strong but gentle papa. Her brother Rhythm is a bit of a rascal, but she loves him all the same!
MY MELODY’S BESTIES
In the world of Sanrio, My Melody has a colorful array of friends. Her closest friend is a little mouse named Flat. He is super cute but he can also be a bit shy at times.
Soft, kind, and girly, My Sweet Piano loves spending time with My Melody. They’re the best of friends! Most of the time they go around picking flowers and chatting the day away.
ARE MY MELODY AND KUROMI RELATED?
Now, you might be wondering about Kuromi. Despite their contrasting personalities, Kuromi and My Melody are not sisters, though they do share a unique bond.While they might not always see eye-to-eye (which may make Kuromi seem a bit jealous at times), they definitely share some memorable moments together. If you'd like to learn more about her, you can check out our Kuromi blog!
WHO DOES MY MELODY HAVE A CRUSH ON?
Some people think that My Melody has a crush on Kuromi, but that's far from the truth! Officially, My Melody doesn't have any crush because she's fine and happy on her own.She did go out on a date with Hangyodon onceduring his birthday though, so some people think that she might have a crush on him. There are also rumors that she has a crush on Bad Badtz-Maru!
SHE’S EVERYWHERE!
From starring in different Sanrio animated series to making appearances in video games, My Melody has leaped from the realm of imagination into the world of pop culture.There’s even a special My Melody anime called “Onegai My Melody.” It’s full of fun, magic, and kawaii chaos!
RISE TO KAWAII FAME
My Melo may have been loved instantly when she was born, however, at some point in the 1980's she lost her popularity. Thankfully Sanrio listened to her fans and showcased more of My Melody. Now, Melo-chan is more loved than ever - she’s been in the top Top 5 of Sanrio’s yearly ranking since 2020!
My Melody's charm is not confined to Japan; she's a global sensation too! From theme parks to attractions, she has left her cute footprint all over the world.
My Melody has her own cute ride called the My Melody Road Drive in Sanrio Puroland, the kawaii amusem*nt park in Tokyo.
MY MELODY CAFES
Did you know that there used to be a few super cute My Melody-themed cafes? One was in Singapore - it served My Melody-themed breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The other My Melody cafe used to be in Osaka in Japan with Instagrammable My Melody drinks, dishes, and desserts!
MY MELO GOODIES
Calling all kawaii fanatics! Sanrio has a wide range of My Melody merchandise that will make your heart skip a beat. From My Melody socks, My Melody pouches, to My Melody plushies,you'll find plenty of ways to show off your kawaii love for this bunny!
HOW TO DRAW MY MELODY
It should come as no surprise that kawaii artists want to draw My Melody. She's just so sweet and cute! Luckily, it's not that hard to learn how to draw My Melody. Just grab a pencil, some paper, and follow this tutorial right here. You'll master My Melody in no time!
STAY KAWAII LIKE MY MELODY
There you have it, folks! The sweet tale of My Melody, our eternally young, friendly rabbit.
A sweet smile, a pretty Melody
Whether she's dealing with the mischievous Kuromi or hanging out with her best friend Flat, My Melody continues to spread love, joy, and, of course, cuteness! So, until next time, keep embracing the kawaii life, just like our darling My Melody!
Author's Note: As for the boyfriend situation, well, My Melody seems to be happily single, enjoying her life in Sanrio town with her friends and adventures! 🐰🎀💕
