Japanese “prohibited” button
A square button with the Japanese kanji for 'service' or 'duty' (奉, hō) in white against a red background. Often used in association with specific services or duty-related contexts.
There are different emoji meanings for Japanese “prohibited” button in different cultures:
- Western culture
- Less commonly understood without context; often perceived as a generic red square or a Japanese character without specific meaning. Its use is limited to niche communities or those familiar with Japanese culture.
- East Asian culture
- Directly recognized in Japan as 'hō' (奉), representing 'service', 'duty', 'dedication', or 'tribute'. Often found on signage for government services, religious institutions, or general public service announcements.
