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π Kimono Emoji
Quick answer: π is the Kimono emoji. It commonly represents activities, kimono and is used in labels and product notes.
Unicode name: Kimono. Category: Objects. Subcategory: Clothing.
Emoji overview
| Emoji | π |
|---|---|
| Official Unicode name | Kimono |
| Unicode version | Unicode 6.0 |
| Emoji version | Emoji 0.6 |
| First introduced | 2010 |
| Category | Objects |
| Subcategory | Clothing |
| Unicode block | Miscellaneous Symbols and Pictographs |
| Emoji status | fully-qualified |
| RGI status | RGI fully-qualified emoji |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
| Accessibility name | Kimono emoji |
| Alt text | Kimono emoji (π) |
| Summary | π is the Kimono emoji. It commonly represents activities, kimono and is used in labels and product notes. |
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Meaning
Kimono usually communicates ideas connected with activities, kimono. Its meaning depends on the sentence around it, the relationship between sender and reader, and the platform where it appears. In a positive setting, it can make a label, caption or message easier to scan without adding a long explanation.
π can carry positive, neutral or negative meaning. Positive use can reinforce warmth, humor, celebration or clarity. Negative use can happen when the emoji feels unclear, dismissive or culturally mismatched. The main risk is ambiguity: the same emoji can feel playful in one conversation and distracting, sarcastic or too casual in another.
Common interpretation comes from the Unicode name, platform artwork and everyday social use. Informally, people use π in chats, captions, bios and reactions. Professionally, it works well as a compact visual marker in notes, dashboards, support replies and documentation when text still carries the important information. For public content, include enough text for readers and assistive technology to understand the intended meaning.
Kimono can label tools, devices, documents or everyday items in a compact way. It is especially useful in lists, instructions and product notes.
When to use Kimono
- Use π when the message is about activities, 1f458, kimono and the emoji reinforces the written text.
- Use it for labels, product notes or workspace messages when a compact visual cue helps the reader scan quickly.
- Use it with a short label or sentence when accuracy matters, especially in public posts, documentation or professional messages.
When not to use Kimono
- Do not use π as the only signal for important instructions, warnings, prices, dates or accessibility-critical information.
- Avoid long repeated emoji strings in screen-reader-heavy contexts because repeated names can become noisy and hard to understand.
- Avoid using the emoji when the audience, culture or platform could interpret the tone differently from what you intend.
History
Kimono is standardized in the Unicode emoji ecosystem and appears here as Emoji 0.6. Its release year is listed as 2010, with Unicode 6.0 mapping. Unicode defines U+1F458; platforms still draw their own artwork.
Platforms refine emoji artwork for legibility, accessibility, brand style and consistency. That is why π may look different on iPhone, Android, Windows, WhatsApp, Facebook, Discord or X even though copying it sends the same Unicode text.
Primary sources: this record is generated from the Unicode Consortium's Emoji 18.0 data. Release details and standardized names can be checked in the official Unicode Emoji 18.0 charts. Meaning and usage notes are PrintEmoji editorial guidance, not official Unicode definitions.
Accessibility and alt text
| Accessible name | Kimono emoji |
|---|---|
| Alt text | Kimono emoji (π) |
| Screen reader note | Most assistive technologies announce the emoji by name. Do not rely on π alone for important meaning. |
| Writing guidance | Put the important words in text first, then use the emoji as supporting tone or a visual cue. |
| Repeated emoji guidance | Avoid long repeated emoji strings because screen readers may announce each emoji separately. |
Unicode information
| Unicode | U+1F458 |
|---|---|
| Code point | 1F458 |
| UTF-8 | 0xF0 0x9F 0x91 0x98 |
| UTF-16 | 0xD83D 0xDC58 |
| UTF-32 | 0x0001F458 |
| HTML decimal | 👘 |
| HTML hex | 👘 |
| CSS | \1F458 |
| JavaScript | \u{1F458} |
| JSON escape | "π" |
| URL encoding | %F0%9F%91%98 |
| React | {"π"} |
| Flutter | Text("π") |
| Swift | let emoji = "π" |
| Kotlin | val emoji = "π" |
| Python | emoji = "π" |
| Java | String emoji = "π"; |
| JSON | "π" |
Usage examples
- Copy π for a quick reaction.
- Use π in a caption or message.
- Pair π with related objects emojis.
Label
Kimono: π
Reminder
Don't forget the activities π
Status
Ready to use π
Emoji combinations
Pair π with related emojis when you want a stronger visual phrase. These combinations are suggestions, so adjust them for your platform, audience and tone.
Platform appearance
Emoji artwork varies by operating system, app and emoji font, while the Unicode sequence remains U+1F458. A recipient may see different artwork on iPhone, Android, Windows or a social app, but the copied text is the same. Check the written name when a small visual difference could change the meaning.
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FAQ
What does Kimono mean?
π is the Kimono emoji. It commonly represents activities, kimono and is used in labels and product notes.
When should I use Kimono?
Use Kimono when it supports the written message and matches the tone of the conversation, caption or label.
What is the Unicode for Kimono?
The Unicode code point sequence for Kimono is U+1F458.
Can I copy π Kimono?
Yes. Use the copy button on this page to copy π, or open the PrintEmoji keyboard to combine it with other emojis.
Can I use Kimono on Instagram?
Yes. Kimono can be pasted into Instagram captions, comments, bios and direct messages as a regular Unicode emoji.
How is Kimono displayed on iPhone?
On iPhone, Kimono is drawn by Apple's emoji font. The Unicode value is the same, but the artwork can differ from Android or Windows.
Can Android users see Kimono?
Android users can see Kimono when their device, app and emoji font support the Unicode version for this emoji.
Is Kimono appropriate for work?
Kimono can be appropriate at work when it supports a clear message and matches the culture of the channel. Avoid it in formal or high-stakes communication.
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