Kaomoji are text-based emoticons built from Unicode characters like brackets, punctuation, and symbols. They render as plain text and work across apps and platforms that have the required fonts.

Will kaomoji display everywhere?

Most common kaomoji display widely, but some rely on rarer Unicode blocks or fonts. If a device lacks glyph support, a tofu □ may appear.

How do I copy and paste kaomoji?

Click or tap the copy button next to a kaomoji. It copies to your clipboard so you can paste it into chats, social posts, or documents.

Are kaomoji accessible?

Provide context when kaomoji convey meaning. Some screen readers may read them literally or skip them. Avoid using kaomoji alone to communicate critical information.

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What are kaomoji?

Kaomoji are text-based emoticons popularized in Japan, built from Unicode characters like brackets, symbols, and punctuation. They work in plain text and require no images.

Tips for better results

On older devices some complex glyphs may show as □ (tofu). Try a simpler variant.
Provide context if a kaomoji adds meaning. Avoid using kaomoji alone in headings or buttons.
Use the tag filter to explore themes like happy, sad, love, shrug and more.

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