Reply #7: It's typical American ignorance of Japanese society [View All]

[silverojo]

Hello Kitty is an icon, just as Mickey Mouse is for us. Hello Kitty represents goodwill, and is an extremely successful brand-name export for Japan, recognized worldwide.

Calling Japanese society infantile is racism at its purest. If you don't understand Japanese culture, then STFU because you're in no position to judge. And I'd also suggest visiting the eBay web site...maybe someone's selling a SENSE OF HUMOR that the OP can pick up at a bargain price.