Kyoto

  • Mayumaro

    Kyoto Prefecture PR Monitor modeled after a silk cocoon. Characterized by a round silhouette, large eyes, and a yuzen-patterned scarf around the neck as a trademark.

    Trivia

    • Participates annually as a support runner in the Kyoto Marathon.
    • Visits prefectural schools for health PR like handwashing awareness.
    • Ranked 9th in the Corporate/Other Division of the 2015 Yuru-chara Grand Prix.

  • Tawawa-chan

    Simple form modeled after Kyoto Tower's observation section. Pure white body with a blue ribbon as the official Kyoto Tower character.

    Trivia

    • Holds daily greetings at Kyoto Tower's observation deck.
    • 'Brother' Tawawa-chans were born in 2014 for the tower's 50th anniversary.
    • Hosts lighting ceremonies at nighttime illumination events.

  • Ochaouji-chama

    Prince of the Uji Tea Kingdom wearing a tea canister crown. Promotes tea charm with a green mantle and tea leaf staff.

    Trivia

    • Appears at tea-picking events during new tea season.
    • Participates in tea education classes at Uji City elementary schools.
    • Design adopted on local manhole covers.