Sanrio Puroland

The basics

With themed boat rides, parades, character meet-and-greets, restaurants, and gift shops all centered around Sanrio favorites like Hello Kitty, Gudetama, and My Melody, Sanrio Puroland takes visitors through the pastel-colored world of these beloved hyper-cute characters. Take a tour of Hello Kitty’s house, watch a live performance, ring the Hello Kitty Bell of Happiness, and stock up on a host of souvenir goodies, from stationery to clothing.

Things to know before you go

• Consider purchasing tickets in advance to save time.

• Children under 2 years old can visit for free.

• The attractions at Sanrio Puroland are most suitable for younger children (or die-hard Hello Kitty fans!).

• The theme park is wheelchair accessible.

How to get there

Sanrio Puroland is located in Tama Center, 25 miles (40 kilometers) west of Tokyo. While there is parking on-site, the parking lot can get busy, especially on weekends or holidays. Taking the train from Tokyo Shinjuku Station on the Keio Line (not to be confused with the JR Keiyo Line) is the easiest way to get here, and takes about 30 minutes.

When to get there

Sanrio Puroland is open all year round, and makes for a great rainy-day activity. It closes on some weekends during the fall and winter, so check before visiting to make sure it’s open. Shows and parades featuring the Sanrio characters are held every day the park is open.

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Ways to explore

Sanrio Puroland is a pastel-colored world centered around its beloved hyper-cute characters, including Hello Kitty, Gudetama, and Cinnamoroll, with themed boat rides, parades, character meet-and-greets, restaurants, and gift shops. Take a tour of Hello Kitty’s house, watch a live performance, ring the Hello Kitty Bell of Happiness, and stock up on a host of souvenir goodies, from stationery to clothing.

You can save time on the day by booking your admission ticket online. Discounts are available, depending on how far in advance you book.

Accessibility

Sanrio Puroland is wheelchair accessible and has accessible restrooms. Visitors with disabilities can request a pass that grants priority access to rides and attractions; see its website for details on eligibility and how to gain a pass.

Age limits

The park is geared towards kids aged 3–10, and some areas have age recommendations or restrictions.

What to pack

A tote bag for souvenirs, coins for lockers

What to wear

There’s no dress code for Sanrio Puroland, though many visitors like to embrace kawaii culture with colorful outfits.

Not allowed

Smoking, pets, outside food and drink, strollers are not permitted in certain areas (stroller parking is available)

Amenities

Restrooms, Wi-Fi, cafés, gift shops, restaurants, lockers, cloakroom, baby-changing facilities, baby nursing rooms

Address

Sanrio Puroland is located in Tama City, 25 miles (40 kilometers) west of Tokyo. It’s easy to reach by train from central Tokyo or by car.

Driving

If traveling by car, Sanrio Puroland is around a 30-minute drive—depending on your starting point—west of central Tokyo. There is an on-site underground parking lot, but it is often busy, especially on weekends or holidays. Find three additional lots within the Tama Center.

Public transportation

Take the train from Tokyo Shinjuku on the Keio Line (not to be confused with the JR Keiyo Line) to Tama-Center—the journey takes about 30 minutes. From Tama-Center, it’s around a 10-minute walk to Sanrio Puroland.\

Best times to visit

While you could spend all day at the park, most visitors find that a morning or afternoon is plenty of time.

Best days to visit

Birthdays are a fun time to visit Sanrio Puroland. If you visit during the month of your birthday, you will receive a card that means the Sanrio characters will sing and dance to you.

Best months to visit

While Sanrio Puroland is a great place to visit during the colder months due to its indoor location, check before visiting, as it closes on some weekends during the fall and winter.

Special events

The park typically hosts a themed festival in summer, which involves parades and temporary decorations.