spaghetti
Unicode: 1F35D
Description
A steaming bowl of Japanese ramen, typically depicted with noodles, broth, sliced pork (chashu), a soft-boiled egg, green onions, and seaweed.
Group:
Food & Drink > food-asian
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically evokes feelings of hunger, satisfaction, comfort, warmth, or appreciation for delicious food.
Backstory
The Ramen emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010). Ramen is a Japanese noodle dish that has evolved from Chinese noodle dishes and gained immense popularity globally. The emoji represents this iconic and beloved meal.
Usage Examples
- Craving food: 'Nothing beats a hot bowl of ramen right now! 🍜'
- Enjoying a meal: 'Just had the best ramen ever! 🍜 So delicious!'
- Sharing food experiences: 'Dinner plans tonight? Thinking of ramen! 🍜'
- Comfort food: 'Perfect for a cold day. 🍜'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Often associated with Japanese cuisine, trendy food spots, and authentic culinary experiences. Represents a popular, comforting meal.
East Asian culture:
A staple comfort food, widely consumed and deeply integrated into daily life. Evokes nostalgia, home-cooked feelings, or quick, satisfying meals.