U+1F338 • Animals & Nature
Cherry Blossom Emoji
Meaning
The pink flower of a cherry blossom tree. Depicted as a single, light-pink cherry blossom with five, notched petals and red-tipped stamens in a yellow or white center.
A traditional symbol in Japan, where the flower is called sakura and celebrated in annual viewings.
Commonly used for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, and other special occasions. May be more generally used to express such ideas as love and beauty. Also used as a pink accent color.
Not to be confused with 💮 White Flower and 🌺 Hibiscus, though their applications may overlap.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F338 |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | cherry blossom |
| Shortcode | :cherry-blossom: |
| Category | Animals & Nature |
| Subcategory | plant-flower |
| Version | E0.6 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🌸 Cherry Blossom emoji mean?
The pink flower of a cherry blossom tree. Depicted as a single, light-pink cherry blossom with five, notched petals and red-tipped stamens in a yellow or white center. A traditional symbol in Japan, where the flower is called sakura and celebrated in annual viewings. Commonly used for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, and other special occasions. May be more generally used to express such ideas as love and beauty. Also used as a pink accent color. Not to be confused with 💮 White Flower and 🌺 Hibiscus, though their applications may overlap.
How do I copy the 🌸 emoji?
Click the "Copy Emoji" button on this page, or select the emoji (🌸) and press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac).
What is the Unicode for Cherry Blossom?
The Unicode for the Cherry Blossom emoji is U+1F338.
On which platforms can I use the 🌸 emoji?
You can use the Cherry Blossom emoji on all major platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and all social media apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
How to Use the Cherry Blossom Emoji
In Text Messages
"That was hilarious 🌸"
"I'm so relieved 🌸"
Perfect for expressing relief, nervous laughter, or awkward situations.
On Social Media
Captions: "When you barely make it on time 🌸"
Comments: "This is literally me 🌸"
Great for relatable content and reactions.
Professional Use
Emails: Use sparingly for lightening the tone
Slack/Teams: "Finally fixed that bug 🌸"
Adds personality to workplace communication.
Creative Combinations
🌸💦 (emphasized relief)
🌸😅 (double relief)
Combine with other emojis for unique expressions.