21 Years Later, Kuromi Is Returning To Take Over Her Very Own Sanrio Spin-Off

Image via Split Studio Published Oct 12, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT Sign in to your CBR account IDW Publishing's collaboration with Sanrio has produced the Hello Kitty and Friends: Hello World! series, which released its first issue on August 12. The adorable project features Hello Kitty and her friends, including My Melody and Pompompurin, going on adventures and spending time with one another. Four issues of Hello Kitty and Friends: Hello World! have been announced thus far, as well as some spin-offs centered on specific fan-favorite Sanrio characters. Hello Kitty: Cinnamoroll #1 was confirmed for a December 2026 release date, and IDW Publishing has just unveiled the next character to receive a dedicated issue. Kuromi Will Receive Her Own Comic One-Shot by IDW Publishing IDW Publishing Hello Kitty and Friends: Hello World has already heavily featured Kuromi, as she is a member of Hello Kitty's core group of friends. On January 27, 2027, the mischievous rabbit will become the center of attention in her own one-shot, HELLO KITTY AND FRIENDS: KUROMI, which will share three all-new stories that delve deeper into Kuromi's personality and escapades. Although Hello Kitty and Friends: Hello World...