| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🈁 | Japanese Here Button | Indicates ‘here’ in Japanese signage style | Symbols | U+1F201 | :japanese_here_button: |
Meaning
The 🈁 emoji features stylized kanji characters expressing ‘here’ as used in Japanese signs or buttons. It visually signals presence or a specific location.
Common Uses
- Highlighting a place or point in conversations.
- Decorative use in messages with Japanese text style.
- Representing Japanese signage or UI elements.
- Adding cultural or linguistic emphasis in digital communication.
Examples
🈁 You are hereMeeting point 🈁Click the 🈁 button
Related Emojis
- 🈳 (Japanese Vacancy Button): indicates availability or vacancy, unlike 🈁 which signifies location.
- 🈴 (Japanese Passing Grade Button): shows success, distinct from the location-focused 🈁.
- 🈯 (Japanese Reserved Button): marks a reserved status rather than presence.
Technical Notes
This emoji corresponds to codepoint U+1F201, introduced in the early 2010s Unicode versions. Its appearance is consistent across platforms, featuring red and white with kanji characters. It does not support skin tone variants as it is a symbol.
FAQ
- What does the 🈁 emoji mean?
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It signifies ‘here’ in Japanese-style signage, indicating location or presence.
- How is the 🈁 emoji used?
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Commonly used in chats to mark a place, emphasize presence, or mimic Japanese button styles.
- Does the meaning of the 🈁 emoji change by context?
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Its basic meaning remains location-focused but can take on decorative or thematic uses related to Japanese culture.
