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๐ Squared Katakana Koko Emoji โ Meaning & Usage
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Description
Japanese 'here' button (ใใ) pointing to a specific location or item. In Japan, you'll see this on maps, directories, and signs to mark "you are here." Outside Japan, it's mostly a mystery emoji that people use decoratively without knowing its meaning.
When to Use
Use for indicating 'here', location markers, or Japanese text.
Example Usage
- โRight here ๐โ
- โThis location ๐โ
- โJapanese here ๐โ
Popular Combinations
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Location here
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Japanese marker
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This way
How Squared Katakana Koko looks across platforms
Open-source emoji designs. Each project maintains its own visual style โ colors, shapes, and details may differ from what you see on your device.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does ๐ mean in a text message?โผ
Japanese 'here' button (ใใ) pointing to a specific location or item. In Japan, you'll see this on maps, directories, and signs to mark "you are here." Outside Japan, it's mostly a mystery emoji that people use decoratively without knowing its meaning. Use for indicating 'here', location markers, or Japanese text. The tone can shift depending on context โ a message to a friend reads differently than one to a coworker.
What is the official Unicode name for ๐?โผ
Each emoji has an official name assigned by the Unicode Consortium, which may differ from common names used in apps. The Squared Katakana Koko emoji's official designation is listed in the Unicode CLDR (Common Locale Data Repository). Shortcode names like those on Slack or Discord are platform-specific.
Can screen readers interpret ๐?โผ
Yes. Screen readers announce emoji by their Unicode name, so ๐ would be read aloud as "Squared Katakana Koko." When using multiple emoji in a row, screen readers read each one individually, which can be overwhelming โ so use them sparingly in accessible content.
What is the shortcode for ๐?โผ
On platforms like Slack and Discord, you can type `:koko:` to insert the Squared Katakana Koko emoji. On GitHub, the same shortcodes work in issues and comments.
Unicode
U+1f201
Category
Symbols
Added
Unicode 1.0
Shortcodes
:koko:Keywords
japaneseherebuttonbluesquaredestination
When to Use ๐ Squared Katakana Koko
Use for indicating 'here', location markers, or Japanese text.
- โขSend ๐ when you want to express or reference "squared katakana koko" in a message โ it instantly conveys the meaning without extra words
- โขUse ๐ in conversations about japanese or here to add visual emphasis and make your point clearer
- โขReact with ๐ Squared Katakana Koko on social media posts, stories, or comments related to squared katakana koko
- โขCombine ๐ with related emoji in captions or bios โ works well when talking about japanese, here, button
โจ๏ธ Keyboard Shortcuts
Open your system emoji picker to type any emoji directly:
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Windows
Win + .๐
Mac
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