(C) ’26 Sanrio Co., Ltd. (C) MOONBUG

Sanrio Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; President: Tomokuni Tsuji, hereinafter referred to as Sanrio) is a domestic master licensee of “CocoComelon” for kids’ animation, which is popular among children around the world. Playdates with Sanrio Friends, episodes 1 to 3 will be released on the YouTube channel from 22:00 on Saturday, January 24th.
In this video, Sanrio’s newly created character design “FUWAFUWA COCOMELON” is used, and it is a warm video work that combines the storytelling centered on the music unique to “Cococolon” and the “cute” world view of Sanrio. In addition, this video series has a total of 26 episodes, and from the 4th episode onwards, one episode will be released every week from the next week.
Also, in conjunction with the release of the video, the Japanese version of the official website of “COCOMELON” has been opened today. On the official website, we will disseminate information such as the latest information on “CocoCocolon” and various contents to everyone, including Japanese families.
Sanrio is promoting efforts to provide children with a “fun learning” experience under the vision of “One World, Connecting Smiles.” Going forward, we will continue to support the growth of children through various content by making use of the know-how unique to Sanrio.

New video URL:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/ucit2aa-6fwa3xxq6g5xinkg

Official website URL: https://fuwafuwacocomelon.com/

“Cocomelon Playdates with Sanrio Friends” where songs and play spread

“Cocomelon Playdates with Sanrio FRIENDS”, the main character, JJ and his friends, will develop a heartwarming story through singing and playing with popular Sanrio characters such as Hello Kitty and Pompompurin. The story unfolds in a colorful and lively space with a clubhouse in a world filled with the imagination of JJ.
Each episode consists of about 3 minutes, and the theme is the importance of cooperation, curiosity, and the fun of learning while playing. Incorporating English nursery rhymes and music arranged for Japan, the content allows children to naturally become familiar with languages and expressions while moving their bodies.

Youtube channel “CocoComelon Playdates with Sanrio Friends”

https://www.youtube.com/channel/ucit2aa-6fwa3xxq6g5xinkg

Character introduction

The main character, JJ

A brave little adventurer.
I love exploring with my friends.

Boba Bear

JJ’s best friend.
A straight, curious bear.

KIKI CAT

A self-confident and a little shy brain cat.

Referral information: Product development of the new character design “FUWAFUWA COCOMELON” series

Bandai Co., Ltd. plans to sell products that have adopted the new character design “fuwafuwa cocomelon”. The product design consists mainly of the world view of “fuwafuwa cocoelon”. It will be released sequentially from February 2026 on toy sales floors and Amazon EC sites nationwide.

<Product overview> *All prices listed include tax.

Singing with an English and chatting ♪ I love you forever
Boba Bear 5,280 yen
Respond to the sound, move back and forth, and speak English. You can enjoy English phrases that can be used in everyday life in “talking mode”, and in “ABC lesson mode”, you can learn the alphabet while playing. In addition, popular songs from “CocomeLon” are also installed.

JJ, KIKI CAT, HELLO KITTY, CINNAMOROLL
Good friends with English! Talking mascot
(4 types in total) 3,850 yen each
A mascot who speaks in English when he presses his stomach. Equipped with 10 kinds of fun chatter.

What is “Cococolon”?

“Cococolon” is a world-renowned kids channel that provides children with fun learning with the power of music. Born in Southern California, USA in 2005, it has provided opportunities to learn life skills such as words, numbers, and social skills through animation videos mainly using nursery rhymes. It has been globally deployed on more than 90 global distribution platforms including YouTube, and has received acclaim for being able to enjoy learning with parents and children. RHYMES has a total of 200 billion views and 194 million subscribers.

▷ Youtube channel “CocomeLon – Nursery Rhymes”: https://youtube.com/@cocomelon

What is Moonbug

Moonbug is an award-winning global entertainment company that laughs, learn, and grows children around the world, and has the world’s largest children’s entertainment brands such as Cococolon and Blippi. The company believes that all children should be able to access rich content, which is rich in entertainment, and distributes programs on over 150 video platforms including Netflix, Disney+, BBC iPlayer and YouTube Kids. He is also a world leader in music and audio experiences for preschoolers and can be viewed on over 100 audio platforms worldwide. The brand of Moonbug goes beyond the boundaries of video, spread to music distribution, product development, and live events.
In addition, Moonbug is a member of Candle Media, a creator-friendly and independent company that provides cutting edge and high quality, brands and franchises that define categories. By bringing together elite personnel working at the content, community and commerce intersections, they help lead major entertainment businesses to accelerated and sustainable growth today and in the markets ahead. Candle is co-chaired and co-CEO of the top executives of entertainment, Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs. It is operated based on investment funds from funds managed by the major private equity business.