"Maina-chan × My Melody" will enter the Partner Category of the 2026 Sanrio character popularity ranking
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At the Sanrio character popularity ranking to be held in 2026, Maina-chan, the PR character for My Number, and My Melody, a popular character from Sanrio, will be entered in the Partner Category.
About Sanrio character popularity ranking

Launched in 1986 and running in Ichigo's monthly magazine Ichigo Shimbun, the Sanrio character popularity ranking is the 41st annual event in which fans vote on the most popular characters. In the Partner Category, characters from companies and local governments are paired with Sanrio characters to promote their appeal.
Character Introduction
Maina-chan
Maina-chan is a fairy white rabbit who has lived in this country for a long time.
When he learned about the introduction of the My Number system, he bought a PR character for the My Number system and participated in it. He is doing PR activities for the My Number system, such as traveling around the country and performing with local characters.
The "1" in the eyes and ears indicates that the My Number is "one for each person," and holding the "1" in the hand expresses the hope that people will value the My Number.
My Melody
An honest and cheerful girl who loves her younger brother. Her treasure is a cute hood that her grandmother made for her.
I like to bake cookies with my mom. My favorite food is almond pound cake.
Poll Summary
Voting period
Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. to Sunday, May 24, 2026 (46 days in total)
How to vote
You can access the 2026 Sanrio character popularity ranking Partner Category and vote for No. 32 "Maina-chan × My Melody" (only WEB voting)
- *For details, please check "2026 Sanrio character popularity ranking Official Website" .
Announcement of the results
June 28, 2026 (Sun) "Sanrio Fes 2026 in Minato Mirai" at Pacifico Yokohama
Maina-chan and My Melody will work on this project with the aim of disseminating information that will be familiar to many people. Please support us through the vote.