UP! button
A squared red emoji with the Japanese kanji for 'empty' or 'vacant' (空, kū) written in white.
There are different emoji meanings for UP! button in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Less commonly understood without context; might be mistaken for a general alert or 'no entry' sign if the kanji is not recognized. Often needs explanation or used by those familiar with Japanese terms.
- East Asian culture
- Widely recognized in Japan, commonly used to indicate that a slot, room, or item is 'vacant,' 'empty,' or 'available.' Frequently seen on public transport to denote empty seats, or for parking spaces and hotel rooms.
