🈯Japanese “Reserved” Button Emoji
A Japanese-style button with 'reserved' written on it.
Unicode: U+1F22F
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Meaning and Symbolism
The 🈯 emoji depicts a square button or sign with the Japanese word for 'reserved' written on it. It's commonly used to indicate that something is reserved, booked, or unavailable. The design is inspired by traditional Japanese signage.
Popular Usage and Context
- Indicating a reserved seat or table
- Showing that a hotel room or event ticket is booked
- Marking something as unavailable or off-limits
Real-Life Message Examples
Don't sit there, that seat is marked with 🈯!
I've booked our dinner reservation, so we have a table with the 🈯 sign.
Use with Caution
- Situations where a more universal symbol for 'reserved' would be better understood
- Contexts where the Japanese cultural reference might be confusing or inappropriate
- Formal or professional settings where a more explicit term like 'reserved' might be preferred
- Cases where the meaning of 'unavailable' or 'off-limits' could be misinterpreted
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