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Pompompurin Tops Sanrio Character Ranking 2026 Interim Results
The Sanrio Character Ranking 2026 Interim Results show Pompompurin has overtaken Cinnamoroll for the top spot in the popularity poll. Pompompurin is projected to win for the second consecutive year, with Pochacco remaining in third place. The final results will be announced on June 28, 2026.
Cinnamoroll Leads Sanrio Character Ranking 2026 Popularity Poll Initial Results.
Sanrio has released the initial results for its 2026 Character Ranking popularity poll, with Cinnamoroll currently in first place. Pompompurin, the winner of the 2025 poll, is in second place. The poll results are based on votes cast between April 9-12, 2026, with further updates planned before the final results are announced on June 28, 2026.
Sanrio Character Ranking 2026 Popularity Poll Begins in April
Sanrio has announced that the 2026 character ranking popularity poll will begin on April 9, 2026, and run until May 24, 2026. The theme for this year's poll is "Smiling Ovation," with characters dressed as cheerleaders. The results will be revealed on June 28, 2026, and the winner will likely be featured on more merchandise and tie-in events.
