Best Cute Keychain & Bag Charm Guide

Looking for the cutest keychain to jazz up your keys or bag? You’re not alone – Gen Z has turned bag charms and plush keychains into a full-blown trend. In fact, “the hottest trend of late is bag charms: Cute keychains and figurines that can be hooked on zips and straps.” From adorable plush pals and foodie trinkets to romantic matching sets, these keychains let you showcase your personality and add flair to any backpack, purse, or belt loop. Below, we’ve rounded up 12 must-have keychains – including a couple of keychains and BFF sets – that are as fun as they are functional.

1. Drive Safe Keychain – A Sentimental Bag Charm for Loved Ones 

This stainless-steel rectangle keychain carries a heartfelt message for that special someone. It’s a cute keychain gift that doubles as a thoughtful bag charm – perfect for reminding a partner, family member, or friend that you care. This keychain makes a perfect gift to let someone know you’re waiting at home and urging them to be safe on the road. It comes in silver, gold, or rose gold finishes and can be personalized with any initial, making it a stylish and functional keepsake to clip onto keys or a purse.

2. PocketPit Avocado Plush Keychain – Kawaii Foodie Fun

PocketPit Avocado Plush Keychain: Can avocado be any cuter? This squishy avocado friend is as plush a keychain as it gets. Covered in soft fabric and featuring a smiley pit, it’s designed to decorate your keys, backpack, or purse with fruity flair. It’s the perfect gift (for yourself or a foodie friend) and adds a pop of color to any accessory. This avocado charm lets you “express yourself with the cutest little adventure buddy!”- in other words, carry your favorite fruit everywhere. Use it as a conversation starter or a playful, cute keychain accent – either way, it’s a fun bag charm that’s sure to turn heads.

3. Plush Avocado Keychain – “Always Have Avocado Nearby”

Plush Avocado Keychain: Another hit for avocado lovers! This plush keychain leans into the avocado craze with a cheeky slogan – “Always Have Avocado Nearby.” It’s a mini avocado you can clip onto your keys. The product page points out that this little gem is a perfect gift for avocado enthusiasts and a great conversation starter at any meal. In short, if you’re obsessed with avocados, this keychain guarantees you never go without your favorite fruit. It’s soft, kawaii, and a great way to elevate even a mundane keyring into a quirky, cute keychain statement piece.

4. Shiba Inu Plush Keychain – Adorable Doggo Bag Charm

For pet lovers or anyone who wants extra aww in their life, this Shiba Inu plush keychain is a winner. It’s super soft and shaped like a round Shiba doggo – described as looking “like a big jiggly jelly dessert. At about 8 cm tall, it’s the perfect size to clip onto keys, a backpack, a crossbody strap, or a tote. Carry a little puppy everywhere you go! This kawaii pup is a friendly bag charm that adds instant charm, and its high-quality plush fabric means it feels as great as it looks. (Tip: it also makes a sweet pocket pal on long car rides or planes.)

5. Key to My Heart Keychain – Matching Couples/BFF Set

Key to My Heart Matching Keychains: Here’s one for lovebirds and BFFs alike. This set comes with two matching keychains – one key and one lock – so each person has one half of the duo. It “makes the perfect gift for two lovers or friends who have the keys to each other’s hearts, Clip one onto your keyring and give the other to someone special. Whether it’s your partner or your bestie, the set is a cute keychain way to show you go together. It’s a romantic bag charm and key accessory in one – subtle, meaningful, and adorable.

6. Lil Banana Bean Plush Keychain – A Quirky Cute Keychain

Who says keychains can’t be a little funny? This grinning banana plushie is vibrant and playful. It’s part of our “Lil Bean” keychain collection and is designed to spark joy (and smiles) wherever you hang it. Use it as a bright pop of color on your bag or as a stand-out piece on your keyring. It’s soft to the touch, lightweight, and 100% on the cute keychain spectrum. Gift it to a friend with a sweet tooth or keep it for yourself as a reminder to have fun – either way, it’s a fruity statement piece that injects instant cheer.

7. Alpi the Alpaca Bag Charm – Fluffy Kawaii Accessory

Meet Alpi, a pastel-colored alpaca plush charm that’s more than just a keychain – it’s a fashion statement. Huggably soft with a tiny loop to clip onto straps, Alpi adds a cozy, whimsical vibe to backpacks and purses. Alpaca motifs are hot in kawaii culture, and this one is designed for max cuddliness. Whether dangling from a zipper or turning keys into a mini plush figure, Alpi reminds everyone of soft alpaca hugs – a unique bag charm that doubles as a cute companion.

8. Bloop and Mochi Panda Keychains – Twin Kawaii Pandas

These two fluffy pandas are practically begging to go on an adventure with you. Each one – Bloop and Mochi – is a plump, rollable plush panda keychain complete with its adorable face. They clip onto bags or keyrings and make excellent bag charms for panda lovers. These pandas are part of the Lil Bean family, so they’re ultra-soft and meant for everyday snuggles. Tuck one on your purse or backpack strap and enjoy the cute factor (and occasional “Awww!” from passersby).

9. Tootless Cat Bean Keychain – Purrr-fect Plush Accessory

Cat fans, rejoice! Tootless is a chonky black-and-white cat bean plushie made for carrying around. It’s just the right size to clip on as a bag charm or dangle off your car’s rearview. With sleepy embroidered eyes and a tiny tail, this plush keychain feels like carrying a napmate. It’s a lovely reminder of cuddles at home, and an undeniably cute keychain that adds feline flair to anything it’s attached to.

10. Rooting for You! Carrot & Radish Couple Keychains – Kawaii Duo

This pair of veggie cuties is made for couples. One half is an orange carrot with a happy face; the other is a smiling radish. Hang them together on your bag or split them between you and your partner – either way, they match. They’re soft, squishy plush bag charms with a cute pun (“Rooting for you!”). It’s a playful nod to growing together, and the perfect little gift that says “I carrot about you!” (See what we did there?)

11. Bean Love Lock – Romantic Keychain Set

Bean Love Lock Keychain Set: Think of this as the keychain equivalent of a “love lock.” It’s a matching pair: one lock-shaped charm and one key charm, both emblazoned with hearts. You and your loved one each take one. Every time you use your keys or see this charm, it’s a reminder of your bond. It’s simple, sleek, and sweet – a modern, portable version of locking love onto a bridge. Plus, it doubles as a nice bag charm or zipper pull for anyone who wants their affection on display.

12. (Honorable Mention) More Cute Keychains & Bag Charms

Beyond our top 11 picks, there are plenty more adorable keychains to explore. Goodlifebean also offers lovey-dovey plush heart sets, bunnies, lamas, and more – all designed with that same kawaii, Gen Z energy. Whether you’re shopping for a BFF keychain gift, a plush keychain to snuggle, or just a fun bag accessory, this collection has something for everyone. From pastel bunnies to mini cloud plushies, each keychain is crafted to add personality and joy to everyday items. Remember, a cute keychain isn’t just a small trinket – it’s a little piece of fun or sentiment that hangs right where you need a smile.

 All these Kawaii Japanese keychains are popular for a reason. They’re free shipping worldwide, easy to care for, and built to last. Clip one on and carry a little happiness with you every day – because life’s too short for boring keychains!