| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🍡 | :dango: | Japanese dumpling on skewer, sweet food | Food & Drink | U+1F361 | :dango: |
Meaning
The 🍡 emoji represents dango, a Japanese sweet dumpling typically served on a skewer. It symbolizes traditional Japanese desserts and is associated with festivals and seasonal treats.
Common Uses
- Referencing Japanese cuisine or sweets.
- Discussing food culture or snacks.
- Sharing experiences at festivals or seasonal events.
- Expressing enjoyment of traditional treats.
- Decorating food-related messages with cultural nuance.
Examples
Let's try some 🍡 this weekend!
Festival snacks: 🍡 and tea.
Craving something sweet 🍡
Related Emojis
- 🍥 Fish Cake: Similar Japanese snack but savory, not sweet.
- 🍢 Oden: Other Japanese skewered foods, usually savory broth items.
- 🥮 Moon Cake: Another Asian traditional sweet from China.
- 🍪 Cookie: General sweet baked treat, Western style.
Technical Notes
Codepoint: U+1F361. Introduced around Unicode 6.0 (2010). Appearance may vary by platform but commonly shows three colorful dumplings on a stick. No skin tone variations apply, as it represents a food item.
FAQ
What does the 🍡 emoji mean?
A Japanese sweet dumpling served on a skewer.
How is the 🍡 emoji used?
It appears mostly in references to Japanese food, festivals, or sweet snacks.
Does the meaning of the 🍡 emoji change by context?
Context can shift focus between food, culture, or celebrations, but it always relates to the dango treat.