# Crime-Fighting Figurine Mashups Hello Kitty Ninja Turtles Put an Unlikely Twist on a Classic By Nicole Ballantyne-Choo | Published 2013-11-20 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-ninja-turtles References: [newlaunches](http://newlaunches.com/archives/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-hello-kitty-edition-yes-it-actually-happened.php) & [alafista](http://www.alafista.com/2013/11/20/hello-kitty-x-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles/) If you grew up watching 'Teenage Ninja Mutant Turtles' as a kid, you might not be thrilled at the idea of Hello Kitty Ninja Turtles. A toy company in Japan decided to take two childhood classics and mash them up to create one figurine. However, instead of combining ideas of the same genre such as a hybrid between two superheroes, the brand chose to pair two very unlikely sources: Teenage Ninja Mutant Turtles and Hello Kitty. These toys are designed to look like the ninja turtles in the sense they are green, have a shell, a mask and armor; however they are actually cats that resemble Hello Kitty with cute bows on their ears. The Hello Kitty Ninja Turtles may get mixed reviews, but they're a [great gift for someone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-top) who loves all the characters involved. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Toy Mashups:** Combining two or more childhood classics into one toy, creating a unique and nostalgic experience. - **Unlikely Pairings:** Bringing together two unrelated sources or genres to create innovative and unexpected combinations. - **Character Crossovers:** Creating figurines or merchandise that blend the attributes and characteristics of different iconic characters. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity for toy companies to experiment with mashups and create new and exciting products that capture consumer interest. - **Entertainment Merchandise:** Potential for licensing and merchandising companies to explore unique crossover collaborations to expand their product offerings. - **Collectibles Market:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to tap into the demand for limited edition collectible items that blend popular nostalgic properties. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative QSR Kids-Meal Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanrio-and-tmnt.md) - [Character Crossover Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullpanda-x-sanrio.md) - [Anime Horror-Style Reimaginations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito-artwork.md) - [Collectible Kawaii Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-funko.md) - [Reimagined Fast Food Mascots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-and-mcdonalds.md) - [Animated Movie-Themed Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtle-cakebites.md) - [Unique Hybrid Mystery Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-x-vegetable-gachapon.md) - [Mini Plush Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-monchhichi.md) - [Animated Turtle Clothing Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sheins-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles.md)