Free Hangyodon coloring pages: 22 printable PDF designs featuring the Sanrio character alongside his close friend Sayuri the octopus and other familiar faces. Each page can be downloaded as a PDF to print or colored online in the browser.
Hangyodon was created by Sanrio designer Hisato Inoue and debuted in 1985. He is a half-fish, half-human character with light blue skin, a long tail, small arms, and large expressive eyes. Hangyodon loves making people laugh and dreams of being a hero, though his plans do not always go smoothly. He is close friends with Sayuri, a pink octopus who appears alongside him in several scenes, and he belongs to Hapidanbui, a group of Sanrio characters known for spreading cheer. This collection covers Hangyodon in everyday moments, outdoor scenes, and a few pages with friends from the wider Sanrio cast.
The set covers 22 pages in total, from simple single-character portraits to fuller scenes with Sayuri and other friends.
What Is Inside This Collection
The 22 pages are split between Hangyodon’s close friendship with Sayuri, scenes with wider Sanrio friends, outdoor adventures, and simple expression portraits.
Hangyodon and Sayuri the Octopus
Hangyodon and Sayuri the Octopus, Hangyodon and Sayuri the Octopus Funny, and Hangyodon Bathes Sayuri the Octopus focus on Hangyodon’s close friendship with Sayuri, a recurring character in his stories.
Hangyodon with Friends
Hangyodon and Kuromi, Hangyodon and Friends Celebrate Birthday, Hangyodon Carries Friends, and Waiters Hangyodon show Hangyodon alongside other characters in group and party settings.
Outdoor Adventures
Hangyodon at Sea, Hangyodon Walks in the Forest, Hangyodon Sleeping on the Grass, Hangyodon Lying on a Swimming Float, Hangyodon Mermaid Swimming Under the Sea, and Hangyodon Guards the Castle place him in different outdoor and fantasy settings.
Expressions and Celebrations
Hangyodon Cute, Hangyodon Winks, Scared Hangyodon, Hangyodon Birthday Cake, Hangyodon Happy Birthday, and Jigsaw Puzzle Hangyodon give kids simpler, expression-focused portraits and party scenes.
What Hangyodon Coloring Pages Do
Fine motor development. The American Academy of Pediatrics identifies fine motor skill development as a core benefit of structured coloring for children ages 2 through 7. Hangyodon’s rounded shapes and large features give young colorers a manageable outline to work with.
Introduces a gentle, funny character. Hangyodon’s personality centers on making others laugh and wanting to help, giving kids a lighthearted character to talk about while coloring scenes of him with his friends.
Anxiety reduction through focus. A 2005 study in the Art Therapy Journal documented measurable reductions in anxiety following structured coloring sessions. The simple portrait-style pages in this set work well for a short, calming coloring session.
Builds character recognition skills. With Sayuri and other Sanrio friends appearing alongside Hangyodon, kids get practice telling similar-looking characters apart by color, shape, and small details.
How to Color Hangyodon Pages Well
- Hangyodon’s skin: Use a light Sky Blue as the base, then add a slightly deeper Blue along the tail and fin edges for gentle shading.
- Hangyodon’s belly and mouth: Color these areas Pale Yellow or Yellow to match his classic light blue and yellow color scheme.
- Sayuri the octopus: Use Pink as the base color, then add a deeper Magenta on the suction-cup details along each arm.
- Underwater scenes: Blend Sea Green into deeper Blue toward the top of the page to suggest sunlight fading as the water gets deeper.
- Birthday and party scenes: Use bright Red, Yellow, and Orange for balloons and cake decorations so these pages feel festive next to the calmer outdoor scenes.
- Forest and grass scenes: Layer Forest Green as a base with lighter Green highlights on top for grass and leaves, keeping Hangyodon’s blue tones as the clear focal point.
5 Creative Craft Ideas With Hangyodon Coloring Pages
1. Room Decor Cutouts. Color a few favorite pages, cut them out, and tape them to a wall, window, or desk to build a small Hangyodon-themed display.
2. Pen Holder Box. Color a page, cut out the image, and glue it to the outside of a clean can or small box to make a personalized pen holder.
3. Character Stickers. Color a simple portrait page, cut around the character, and add double-sided tape to the back to make a reusable sticker.
4. Hangyodon Bookmark. Color a small character image, cut it into a bookmark shape, and glue it to a strip of cardstock for a sturdy finish.
5. Coloring Scoreboard. Color a page and cut it into a shape like a circle or star, then use it as a reward chart or scoreboard for classroom or family activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Hangyodon coloring pages?
Hangyodon coloring pages are free printable or online designs showing the Sanrio character alongside his friends. This collection has 22 pages, available as PDF downloads or in the browser-based coloring tool.
Who created Hangyodon?
Hangyodon was created by Sanrio designer Hisato Inoue and debuted in 1985. He is one of several characters Inoue designed for Sanrio during that period.
What kind of character is Hangyodon?
Hangyodon is a half-fish, half-human character with light blue skin, a long tail, small arms, and large expressive eyes. He enjoys making people laugh and dreams of being a hero.
Who is Sayuri the octopus?
Sayuri is a pink octopus and one of Hangyodon’s closest friends. She appears with him in several coloring pages in this collection, including scenes where they spend time together outdoors.
Which other Sanrio characters appear alongside Hangyodon?
Kuromi appears with Hangyodon on one page in this collection. Sanrio characters frequently appear together across merchandise and artwork, and this set includes a small sample of those pairings.
What group is Hangyodon part of?
Hangyodon belongs to Hapidanbui, a group of Sanrio characters known for spreading cheer and good humor. Other members of the group include Pochacco, Tuxedosam, Badtz-Maru, Pekkle, and Keroppi.
Are Hangyodon coloring pages suitable for young children?
Yes. Most pages use simple, rounded shapes suited to preschool and early elementary colorers, while a few outdoor and group scenes have more detail for older kids and adults. None of the designs includes content that would concern parents.
When is Hangyodon’s birthday?
Hangyodon’s official birthday is March 14th. Two pages in this collection, Hangyodon Birthday Cake and Hangyodon Happy Birthday, work well for a birthday-themed coloring activity around that date.
Start Coloring
Download any page by clicking the design. No account, email, or payment is required. Pages print directly from the browser at full resolution or open in the online coloring tool for screen use. Share finished pages on Facebook or Pinterest with the share buttons at the top of each design page.
