| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🗼 | Tokyo Tower | Symbol of Tokyo Tower, a landmark in Japan | Places & Travel | U+1F5FC | :Tokyo_tower: |
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Meaning
The 🗼 emoji depicts Tokyo Tower, a renowned communications and observation tower in Tokyo, Japan. It symbolizes the city and its urban skyline.
Common Uses
- Representing Tokyo or Japan in travel or culture discussions
- Highlighting landmarks or cityscapes in messages
- Indicating communication or observation towers
- Using in context of sightseeing or tourism
- Expressing interest in Japanese architecture or landmarks
Examples
Let's visit 🗼 this summer!Tokyo trip itinerary: 🗼, Shibuya, and more.Broadcasting from the 🗼 tower.
Related Emojis
- 🗽 Statue of Liberty: Represents a famous American landmark, different country and style.
- 🗻 Mount Fuji: Another Japanese symbol, natural landmark versus man-made tower.
- 🏯 Japanese Castle: Depicts traditional Japanese architecture, contrasting modern tower.
- 🕌 Mosque: Represents a religious building distinct from Tokyo Tower’s purpose.
- 🗺️ World Map: Used for travel context that can complement landmark emojis.
Technical Notes
The 🗼 emoji corresponds to Unicode point U+1F5FC and appeared around Unicode 7.0. On most platforms, it shows a red-and-white tower with observation decks. It does not support skin tone modifiers as it is a landmark symbol.
FAQ
- What does the 🗼 emoji mean?
It represents Tokyo Tower, a key landmark of Tokyo, Japan.
- How is the 🗼 emoji used?
Commonly in messages about Tokyo, travel, sightseeing, or communication towers.
- Does the meaning of the 🗼 emoji change by context?
Its meaning mostly stays consistent but can broadly indicate towers or landmarks outside Japanese context.