“Wish Me Mel” 15th Anniversary at Harmony Land—Starts September 18!

“Wish Me Mel” 15th Anniversary at Harmony Land—Starts September 18!

An event commemorating the 15th anniversary of Sanrio’s character “Wish Me Mel” will be held at Sanrio Character Harmony Land in Oita starting September 18, 2026.

Wish Me Mel will make an appearance in a new Lolita-style costume featuring lace, frills, and flowers!

In addition, to coincide with her birthday on September 20, a “Birthday Pass” that comes with a limited-edition giveaway will also be on sale.

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Key Points of This Article

・Wish Me Mel’s 15th-anniversary event will be held at Harmony Land starting September 18, 2026
・She’ll appear for greetings in a new Lolita-style costume featuring a rainbow-colored petticoat
・To celebrate her birthday on September 20, a “Birthday Pass” with a limited-edition giveaway will be on sale from September 18 to September 26
・Anniversary-exclusive food items, such as the “Anniversary Jelly Cream Soda” (990 yen, tax included), and new merchandise will be available
・“Special Parties” requiring advance reservations and a fee will also be held in January and February 2027

Details on the “Wish Me Mel 15th Anniversary Event” at Harmony Land

From character greetings and photo spots to limited-edition merchandise and food, 10 different attractions will be featured across the park.

“Letter to Connect with Everyone,” where you’ll receive a reply when you send a letter, is a long-term campaign running through March 31, 2027!

Wish me mell 15TH ANNIVERSARY Key Visual © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD.

New Anniversary Costume

A Lolita-style dress adorned with plenty of lace, frills, and flowers.

Another highlight is the rainbow-colored petticoat that matches her signature “rainbow tail”!

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Anniversary Greeting Show

A greeting show where you can meet Wish Me Mel in her new costume will be held at Harmony Village.

The event will take place on select dates between September 18 and November 10, 2026; the schedule will be announced at a later date.

Wish Me Mel Anniversary Greeting Show © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD.

Birthday Pass

To celebrate her birthday on September 20, “Birthday Pass” featuring limited-edition giveaways.

It will be on sale from September 18 to September 26, 2026, at the Character Greeting Fan Studio!

Character Greeting Fan Studio © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD.
*Birthday Passes can be purchased online after entering the park on the day of your visit.

Special Greeting

A paid event where you can take photos and videos with Wish Me Mel for about 1 minute per participation ticket.

The participation fee is 3,500 yen, and each participation ticket comes with one free gift!

Wish Me Mel Special Greeting © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD.
Special Greeting Event Overview
Dates September 18, 2026 (Fri) – October 13, 2026 (Tue)
Time 10:30–10:50
Location

Character Greeting: Fan Studio
Participation Fee 3,500 yen
Details Approximately 1 minute of photo and video shooting per participation ticket
Participation Bonus Giveaway
*One item per participation ticket
*This is a paid event requiring advance reservations.
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Anniversary Limited-Edition Merchandise

New costume designs for the “Headband” and “Mascot” are coming soon.

We’ll also be selling a new costume for the large plush toy “Mermer Doll,” as well as acrylic keychains and stickers featuring original illustrations!

Wish Me Mel 15th Anniversary Original Merchandise © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD.
*Scheduled for release on Friday, September 18, 2026. Available at Sanrio Character Collection stores.

Anniversary Limited-Edition Food

“Wish Me Mel’s Anniversary Jelly Cream Soda,” featuring three colors of jelly designed to resemble a tail.

Available at the MY MELODY & KURIMI Cafe Terrace for 990 yen (tax included)!

Wish Me Melody's Anniversary Jelly Cream Soda © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD.
*Scheduled for release on Friday, September 18, 2026.

Photo Spot

A Wish Me Mel photo spot will be available for a limited time in front of the Harvest Table.

It begins on September 18, 2026; the end date will be announced at a later time.

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Letter: Connecting with Everyone

A participatory project where you write a letter to Wish Me Mel and drop it in the red mailbox next to the garden.

You’ll receive a reply from Wish Me Mel at a later date, and illustrations—chosen from a total of 5 designs—will be distributed randomly, with 1 to 3 designs per month.

How to Participate in “Letter: Connecting with Everyone”
Dates September 18, 2026 (Fri) – March 31, 2027 (Wed)
How to Participate

① Write a letter to Wish Me Mel (be sure to include your name and address)
② Drop it in the red mailbox next to the garden
③ You’ll receive a reply from Wish Me Mel at a later date
Reply Designs 5 types total
*1–3 designs are distributed randomly each month
Estimated Response Time Approximately 2 weeks to 1 month after mailing
*No stamps required. Any letter format is acceptable. You may submit as many letters as you like. You cannot choose the design of the reply.
*Please note: If your letter is mailed outside the designated period, if required information is missing, or if it is not mailed to the designated location, you may not receive a reply.

Special Party

A special program held after park closing, featuring a party-exclusive menu and novelty gifts.

The event will take place on four dates: January 19 and 26, and February 2 and 16, 2027. The price is 14,850 yen (tax included)!

Wish Me Mel Special Party: Event Overview
Dates January 19 (Tue), 2027; 26 (Tue)
February 2, 2027 (Tue) & 16 (Tue)
Time 5:00 PM Check-in / 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
*Held after park closing
Location Harvest Table, 1st Floor
Price 14,850 yen (tax included)
Details Party-exclusive menu / Giveaways / Entertainment segment by Wish Me Mel, and more
*This is a paid event requiring advance reservations.
*Nippon Travel plans to sell special package tours that include tickets to the special party, Day Passport tickets, hotel accommodations, and more. Details will be announced at a later date.

Quiz♡ Which Merci Hills friend are you most like?

A quiz that lets you find out which of the international students living in “Merci Hills”—where Wish Me Mel lives—you’re most like.

Show your results screen to a Little Gift staff member, and you might get a nice surprise!

Quiz: Which Merci Hills friend are you? © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD.
*There are 10 types in total. The quiz begins on Friday, September 18, 2026.
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Wish Me Mell 15th Anniversary Event at Harmony Land Starts September 18!

Wish Me Mell 15th Anniversary Key Visual © 2026 SANRIO CO., LTD.

Wish Me Mell 15th Anniversary Event Overview
Official Website Wish Me Mell 15th Anniversary Special Page
Venue Sanrio Character Harmony Land
Hiji Town, Hayami District, Oita Prefecture
Greeting Show Only on specific dates between Friday, September 18, 2026, and Tuesday, November 10, 2026
*Schedule to be announced at a later date
Birthday Pass September 18, 2026 (Fri) – September 26 (Sat)
Special Greeting September 18, 2026 (Fri) – October 13, 2026 (Tue) /3,500 yen
*Paid event; advance reservations required
Merchandise & Food Scheduled for release on Friday, September 18, 2026
Photo Spots September 18, 2026 (Fri) –
*End date to be announced later
Letter: Connecting with Everyone September 18, 2026 (Fri) – March 31, 2027 (Wed)
Special Party

January 19 (Tue) and 26 (Tue), 2027; February 2 (Tue) and 16 (Tue), 2027 / 14,850 yen (tax included)
*Paid event; advance reservations required
Inquiries Harmony Land Guest Information
TEL 0977-73-1111 (during business hours)
*Content is subject to change.

Wish Me Mel 15th Anniversary Event at Harmony Land: Frequently Asked Questions

When does the event start?
The event will be held at Sanrio Character Harmony Land starting Friday, September 18, 2026. The duration varies by activity; the “Letter” feature, where you can connect with everyone, will run until Wednesday, March 31, 2027.

Where can I see the new costumes?

You can see them at the Anniversary Greeting Show. It will be held at Harmony Village on select dates only between Friday, September 18, 2026, and Tuesday, November 10, 2026; the schedule will be announced at a later date.

How can I purchase a Birthday Pass?

It will be sold at the Character Greeting Fan Studio from Friday, September 18, 2026, through Saturday, September 26, 2026. You can purchase it online after entering the park on the day of your visit.

Are there any paid events?

Yes. Special Greetings cost 3,500 yen, and Special Parties cost 14,850 yen (tax included); both are paid events that require advance reservations.

When will I receive a reply to my letter?

It typically takes about 2 weeks to 1 month after mailing. There are 5 different designs in total, and since 1 to 3 designs are distributed randomly each month, you cannot choose the specific design.

Please check the official website.
*Please note that the information in this article may be out of date. We apologize for the inconvenience, but please check the official website for the latest information.

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