Kaomoji vs Emoji — what's the difference? (:3[___]

Emoji are images on your phone. Kaomoji are text characters — born in Japan's internet culture.

Why kaomoji stand out:
- Work on ANY platform, even plain text emails
- No app or keyboard needed
- Handcrafted with personality
- Uniquely Japanese aesthetic

Some favorites:

Sleeping → (:3[___]
Bear → ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ
Excitement → ヽ(>∀