Cherry Blossom Emoji

Copy and paste the cherry blossom emoji 🌸 and related Japanese aesthetic emojis. Learn the meaning of 🌸 in Japanese culture and modern social media.

Copy Cherry Blossom Emoji

Cherry Blossom Emoji

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All Cherry Blossom Emoji Variations

Copy Individual Variations

Cherry Blossom emoji variations with copy buttons
EmojiNameCopy
Cherry Blossom
Hibiscus
Blossom
Rose
Tulip
Tanabata Tree
Pine Decoration
Japanese Castle
Shinto Shrine
Map of Japan
Dango
Herb
Sparkles
Lotus

What Does the Cherry Blossom Emoji Mean?

The cherry blossom emoji 🌸 (sakura in Japanese) holds deep cultural significance in Japan as a symbol of the fleeting beauty of life — a concept called mono no aware (the bittersweet awareness of impermanence). Cherry blossoms bloom for only a short time, making them a metaphor for the transience of beauty and youth. In modern social media, 🌸 is used as a gentle, feminine, and aesthetic decoration, popular in Japanese and K-pop influenced aesthetics, and commonly used in spring-themed content.

How to Type

Instructions for typing this symbol on different platforms
PlatformMethod / Code
WindowsPress Win + . to open the emoji picker on Windows 10/11 and search for 'cherry blossom' or 'sakura'.
Mac / iOSPress Control + Command + Space to open the emoji picker, then search for 'cherry blossom'.
HTML Entity<code>&amp;#127800;</code> for 🌸
UnicodeU+1F338

Platform Compatibility

The Cherry Blossom emoji is supported on the following platforms:

  • iOS
  • Android
  • Windows
  • macOS
  • Twitter/X
  • Facebook
  • WhatsApp
  • Instagram
  • TikTok
  • Discord
  • Slack

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 🌸 mean in Japanese culture?

In Japanese culture, the cherry blossom (sakura) symbolizes the beauty of life and its transience. The annual cherry blossom season (hanami) is a celebrated national event where people gather under blooming trees.

What is the difference between 🌸 and đŸŒē?

🌸 is specifically a cherry blossom (sakura), associated with Japan and spring. đŸŒē is a hibiscus, more associated with tropical regions, Hawaii, and summer vibes.

Why is 🌸 so popular in K-pop and anime fanbases?

The cherry blossom is deeply embedded in East Asian aesthetics. K-pop and anime fandoms use 🌸 to signal appreciation for Japanese and Korean culture, as well as a soft, aesthetic visual style.

What season is the cherry blossom emoji used for?

🌸 is primarily a spring emoji, associated with March through May in the Northern Hemisphere when cherry trees bloom. It signals renewal, warmth, and the end of winter.