KAKAO FRIENDS
★ K-LIFESTYLE · THE KAWAII UNIVERSE
RYAN, APEACH,
AND ALL THEIR FRIENDS.
KAKAO FRIENDS is the kawaii character universe created by KakaoTalk, the number one messaging app in Korea. Ryan, Apeach, Muzi & Con, Frodo, Neo, Tube: eight characters who have become icons of Korean pop culture, available as plush toys, stationery, accessories, beauty products, and fashion. A joyful, collectible K-lifestyle that appeals to all ages — the other side of Korea that you love.
★ THE KAKAO GANG
EIGHT FRIENDS, ONE KAWAII FAMILY
Ryan the lion-bear, Apeach the peach, Muzi & Con, Tube, Neo, Frodo, Jay-G.
Launched in 2012 as KakaoTalk stickers, Kakao Friends have become Korea’s most recognizable pop culture universe. Flagship stores in Gangnam and Itaewon, theme parks, fashion collabs — each character has their personality, backstory, and fans. Here are the 3 most iconic figures.
✦ CHARACTER 01
RYAN
The “lion-bear” without a mane, Koreans’ favorite mascot. Quiet, serious, secretly adorable. Available as giant plush toys, accessories, stationery, beauty — the absolute KAKAO FRIENDS bestseller.
✦ CHARACTER 02
APEACH
The playful and cheeky peach, the favorite girl of countless Korean women. Pastel pink, mischievous expression. Available in beauty accessories, stationery, fashion.
✦ CHARACTER 03
MUZI, FRODO, NEO, TUBE, JAY-G, CON
The full gang — each character has their story: Muzi the radish turned rabbit, Frodo the chic dog, Neo the narcissistic cat, Tube the fluffy duck, Jay-G the mole DJ, Con the master of Muzi.
Iconic characters, kawaii universe, collabs everywhere: KAKAO FRIENDS is the most iconic K-lifestyle pop culture from Korea.
★ THE SIGNATURE RANGES
THE 3 ICONIC RANGES
Choose your universe: plushes, stationery, or accessories.
PLUSHES & FIGURINES
Collectibles
The must-have. Ryan, Apeach, and the gang in plushes of all sizes, figurines, mini mascots — collectible, perfect gifts, kawaii decor.
STATIONERY & ACCESSORIES
Office & everyday
Notebooks, stickers, phone cases, keychains, mugs: KAKAO FRIENDS stationery turns everyday life into a kawaii moment.
BEAUTY & FASHION
Lifestyle collaborations
Regular collaborations with K-beauty and fashion brands: Apeach blushers, Ryan mirrors, t-shirts, beanies. Limited edition each season.
★ THE ENTIRE COLLECTION
DISCOVER THE ENTIRE COLLECTION
KAKAO FRIENDS BELOW
From Ryan to Apeach, plush toys, stationery, and accessories, find the entire authentic KAKAO FRIENDS collection — imported directly from Seoul, with no customs fees.
3D Stickers 3D Bombom Twinkle Love Star Chunsik - Kakao Friends
3D Stickers 3D Bombom Twinkle Love Star Chunsik by Kakao Friends, Chunsik surrounded by hearts and twinkling stars in 3D Bombom stickers.
3D Stickers 3D Bombom Friends - Kakao Friends
3D Stickers 3D Bombom Friends by Kakao Friends, all Kakao Friends mascots as 3D Bombom stickers with a raised puffy effect.
Rope Basket Grocery Market Peanut Butter S - Kakao Friends
Rope Basket Grocery Market Peanut Butter S by Kakao Friends, Chunsik in a peanut butter jar, size S basket from the Grocery Market collection.
3D Stickers 3D Bombom Chunsik - Kakao Friends
3D Stickers 3D Bombom Chunsik by Kakao Friends, Chunsik as 3D Bombom stickers with the signature puffy effect popular in Korea.
3D Stickers 3D Bombom Ryan - Kakao Friends
3D Stickers 3D Bombom Ryan by Kakao Friends, Ryan the maneless lion as 3D Bombom stickers with a puffy kawaii effect.
Keychain Lucky Delivery UFO Beam Little Apeach - Kakao Friends
Keychain Lucky Delivery UFO Beam Little Apeach by Kakao Friends, Little Apeach aboard a lucky UFO with a beam-light effect.
Clear Stickers Lucky Delivery Alien Clear - Kakao Friends
Clear Stickers Lucky Delivery Alien Clear by Kakao Friends, the Friends as lucky aliens on clear background stickers.
Mouse Pad Lucky Delivery Alien Mouse Pad - Kakao Friends
Mouse Pad Lucky Delivery Alien Mouse Pad by Kakao Friends, the Friends as lucky aliens on a vibrant Lucky Delivery mouse pad.
Hanging Plush Lucky Delivery Alien Hanging - Kakao Friends
Hanging Plush Lucky Delivery Alien Hanging by Kakao Friends, the Friends as lucky delivery aliens in a hanging plush edition.
Plush Keychain Lucky Delivery Alien Little Apeach - Kakao Friends
Plush Keychain Lucky Delivery Alien Little Apeach by Kakao Friends, Little Apeach in a lucky alien outfit from the Lucky Delivery collection.
Keychain Lucky Delivery UFO Beam Little Ryan - Kakao Friends
Keychain Lucky Delivery UFO Beam Little Ryan by Kakao Friends, Little Ryan piloting a lucky UFO with a beam-light effect.
3D Standing Stickers Standing Friends - Kakao Friends
3D Standing Stickers Standing Friends by Kakao Friends, the Kakao Friends mascots as 3D stickers that stand up like mini figurines.
Stickers Popcorn Hangul Ryan and Chunsik - Kakao Friends
Stickers Popcorn Hangul Ryan and Chunsik by Kakao Friends, Ryan and Chunsik celebrating the Korean hangul alphabet in a popcorn edition.
Stickers Popcorn Welcome to Korea - Kakao Friends
Stickers Popcorn Welcome to Korea by Kakao Friends, the Friends surrounded by Korean icons (palaces, dishes, symbols) in a popcorn edition.
Stickers Popcorn Sea Story - Kakao Friends
Stickers Popcorn Sea Story by Kakao Friends, the Friends on a kawaii underwater adventure in bright marine colors.
Plush Keychain Bami Bammanju - Kakao Friends
Plush Keychain Bami Bammanju by Kakao Friends, Bami dressed as bammanju, the Korean chestnut-filled pastry.
Stickers Popcorn Happy Mix - Kakao Friends
Stickers Popcorn Happy Mix by Kakao Friends, Chunsik in a mouthwatering popcorn edition with a burst of kawaii colors.
Plush Keychain Kongi Songpyeon - Kakao Friends
Plush Keychain Kongi Songpyeon by Kakao Friends, Kongi dressed as a songpyeon, the traditional Korean rice cake.
Chunsik Silicone Charm Set - Kakao Friends
Chunsik Bubble Machine - Kakao Friends
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READ THE ARTICLE →★ YOUR QUESTIONS
KAKAO FRIENDS FAQ
Everything you need to know about the Korean kawaii universe.
Where to start?
A Ryan plush or an Apeach figure for the iconic — these are the two most beloved characters. To start more accessibly, a keychain, a pouch, or a sticker set.
What is KakaoTalk?
The #1 messaging app in South Korea, used by nearly 100% of the population. KakaoTalk launched Kakao Friends in 2012 as chat stickers — they became a true pop culture phenomenon, expanded into flagship stores, parks, and collaborations.
Is Ryan a bear or a lion?
A lion without a mane, self-conscious about his appearance. He comes from Maple Forest and works as a counselor on the Frodo & Neo team. He’s the “grumpy but adorable” character who made him popular — the favorite among Koreans since his creation.
Are the products official?
Yes — we only sell official Kakao IX products (Kakao’s merchandising branch). No counterfeits. Each item bears the official logo and is imported directly from Kakao Friends stores in Korea.
Are there limited editions?
Yes, Kakao Friends regularly releases seasonal editions (Christmas, Valentine’s Day, summer, character birthdays) and collaborations (fashion, beauty, café). Follow our collection — we import the drops as soon as they launch in Seoul.
Are the KAKAO FRIENDS products on Ma Petite Corée authentic?
Yes, 100%. Ma Petite Corée has been based in Seoul since 2017 and sources directly. Every product is new, sealed, and shipped from Korea, with no customs fees charged to you in the EU.