Hello Kitty Town and The Little Big Club in Johor Bahru Malaysia

Our Malaysian adventure began with a smooth coach bus journey across the border from Singapore, a convenient way to access the attractions waiting just across the causeway in Johor. Our destination for the day was not one, but two themed parks located near Legoland Malaysia: Hello Kitty Town and The Little Big Club. We opted for the combined ticket for entry to both parks, which cost RM110 for foreigners and RM85 for Malaysians each, offering a seemingly good value for a full day of entertainment.





Hello Kitty Town was our first stop, and it proved to be quite interesting, especially for fans of the iconic Japanese character. The park is designed to fully immerse visitors in the pink and whimsical world of Hello Kitty, consisting of various walk-through attractions, interactive activities, and gentle rides all following the central Hello Kitty theme. Key features included Black Wonder, described as a hi-tech interactive themed experience – this sounded intriguing and likely involved some sort of mystery or challenge to solve using technology, all within a Hello Kitty setting. A major draw is undoubtedly Kitty House, an iconic replica of Hello Kitty's home, complete with meticulously decorated living room, bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen, allowing fans to step directly into her world and imagine her daily life. We also thoroughly enjoyed the "Purrfect" stage performance, a lively live show featuring Hello Kitty and her friends with singing, dancing, and cheerful interactions that captivated the audience. Beyond the main attractions, there were several creative and hands-on activities available, including jewelry making, dressing up in adorable costumes at a photo studio, and visiting a nail salon to decorate nails with Sanrio characters nail art. For those with a sweet tooth, a cookie studio offered the chance to make and perhaps decorate Hello Kitty shaped cookies, while the doll factory at the Wishful Studio allowed visitors to create their own Hello Kitty doll – all wonderful ways to get creative and take home a personalized souvenir. The atmosphere in Hello Kitty Town is distinctly sweet, charming, and very pink, appealing strongly to young children and dedicated Sanrio fans.




Next up was The Little Big Club, located in the same building, offering a different but equally engaging set of experiences based on popular children's television characters. This park felt more like a large, multi-level playground combined with character-specific zones. It featured various slides, a performance stage for character shows like Barney's, and some arcade machines for added fun. The park is home to beloved characters such as Barney, Angelina Ballerina, Pingu, Bob the Builder, and Thomas and Friends. Each of these characters has a corresponding themed play area designed to bring their worlds to life. Barney has a playhouse, likely filled with colorful, soft play structures and perhaps areas for imaginative play. Angelina Ballerina has a dance studio, providing a space for aspiring dancers to twirl and express themselves, possibly with a dance floor and dress-up items. Pingu's winter wonderland would offer a chance to experience a simulated snowy or icy environment with themed activities. Bob the Builder has a building hub, likely stocked with oversized building blocks and construction-themed play areas. We made sure to watch Barney perform in his very own sing-a-long show on the main stage, an interactive performance that had the kids singing and dancing along to familiar tunes. The Thomas and Friends section is particularly extensive, occupying the entire fourth floor of the park and filled with rides based on the popular tank engine and his friends. Here, children can enjoy rides like the Bertie the bus ride, fly on Harold the Helicopter, ride the Toby Windmill Ride, explore Sir Topham Hatt's play station (likely an interactive play area themed to the railway controller), and enjoy the fun of the Thomas & Friends Imagination Station (perhaps a larger play structure or interactive exhibit).





Conveniently, there were cafes on both levels of the building housing the two parks, offering places to rest and refuel. The food was priced reasonably, which is always a plus for families. We also noticed that outside food and beverages seemed to be discreetly tolerated, which can be helpful for those with dietary restrictions or looking to save a bit on food costs. The currency used throughout the parks is the Malaysian Ringgit, and credit cards were accepted, making transactions easy for international visitors.




Overall, visiting both Hello Kitty Town and The Little Big Club provided a great day of entertainment for young children, offering a variety of themed experiences, interactive play, and the chance to meet beloved characters, making the coach bus journey from Singapore well worth it.