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đŸˆŗ

Japanese Vacancy Button Emoji

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Unicode
Code Point
U+1F233
1F233
Emoji Name
japanese vacancy button
Version
Date Added for Emoji
0.6Initial release
Category
Keywords
vacancyjapanesebutton

đŸˆŗ Meaning and Explanation

The đŸˆŗ emoji displays a Japanese kanji character for "empty" or "sky" (įŠē) within a red square or rounded-square button. In the context of buttons or signs, it specifically means "Vacancy" or "Available."

This emoji is commonly seen in Japan on signs indicating that a space, such as a parking spot, a hotel room, or a seat, is free and ready for use.

It conveys a clear message of availability and openness.

đŸˆŗ How to Use

This emoji is primarily used to indicate availability or an empty status:

  1. Availability of Space: To show that a parking space, room, or seat is vacant.
  2. Openness: Can metaphorically suggest that something is open or available for new input or ideas.
  3. Status Updates: In informal digital communication, it might be used to indicate that a slot or position is open.

đŸˆŗ Cultural Background

Region Common Meaning Additional Notes or Misunderstandings
Japan Vacancy, available, empty Widely understood in Japan for its literal meaning on signs and buttons.
Other East Asian Countries May be understood if familiar with kanji People familiar with Chinese characters (Hanzi) might infer its meaning, but it's most specific to Japanese usage.
Western Cultures Unlikely to be understood without context Without knowledge of Japanese kanji, its meaning is not intuitive and would require explanation.
Digital Communication Niche use, often requires context Outside of Japan, its use is limited and usually requires accompanying text to clarify its meaning.

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