HONG KONG – Licensing International Greater China and Southeast Asia is proud to announce the winners of the prestigious Licensing International Asian Awards, which honor outstanding achievements in the Asian licensing industry. As a key event held alongside the 2026 Hong Kong International Licensing Show, the awards ceremony took place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, bringing together nearly 100 industry leaders from the brand licensing, retail, and consumer products sectors to celebrate the year’s top performers and pioneers shaping the future of licensing in Asia.

Now in its 13th edition since its launch in 2013, the awards received more than 370 submissions, representing a 15% year-over-year increase. An expert panel of licensing industry professionals shortlisted 61 finalists across 12 award categories. Participating companies represent 14 different markets, including China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, India, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia, as well as markets across Europe and North America—highlighting the regional diversity and vibrancy of Asia’s licensing landscape.

“From emerging IPs to evergreen franchises, and from homegrown successes to global collaborations, this year’s nominees reflect the energy and evolution of the licensing industry in Asia,” said Maura Regan, President of Licensing International. “Their outstanding work connects consumers with the brands they love, pushes creative boundaries, and drives our industry forward in exciting new ways.”

The winners of the 2026 Licensing International Asian Awards are:

Asian Property of the Year

• Sanrio Characters – Sanrio (Shanghai) International Trade Co., Ltd.

Art/Design/Museum Property of the Year

• Mickey Mouse – The Walt Disney Company (Japan) Ltd.

Corporate Brand/Lifestyle Property of the Year

• Disney’s Mickey & Friends – The Walt Disney Company

Entertainment/Character/Digital Property of the Year

• Chiikawa – Spiralcute, Inc

The Newcomer Award

• Poco Family – Shanghai Senpu Culture Co., Ltd.

Licensed Promotion of the Year

• Zootopia 2 (Fun Fur Every You) – The Walt Disney Company / MINISO Group Holding Limited

Location-Based or Experiential Initiative of the Year

• Doraemon (“100% Doraemon & Friends” Touring Exhibition) – Fujiko Pro / Jing An Kerry Centre

Licensee of the Year – Apparel, Footwear or Accessories

• Li Ning (China) Sports Goods Co., Ltd. – Toy Story 30th Anniversary

Licensee of the Year – Food or Beverage

• Jin Tan Limited – Zootopia 2

Licensee of the Year – Health or Personal Care

• TONYMOLY Co., Ltd. – Zootopia 2

Licensee of the Year – Housewares or Electronic Products

• Robosen Robotics (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. – Toy Story 30th Anniversary

Licensee of the Year – Toys or Novelties

• MINISO Group Holding Limited – Disney Multiple Franchises