Emoji History

Emojis originated in Japan in the late 1990s, created by Shigetaka Kurita for mobile communication. His 176 symbols aimed to enhance text by conveying emotions and information visually. The concept quickly gained popularity and spread globally. In 2010, emojis were standardized by the Unicode Consortium, allowing consistent use across different platforms. This standardized emoji set has expanded over the years to include diverse representations of people, objects, and cultures. Today, emojis are integral to digital communication, enriching conversations and allowing users to express emotions succinctly and creatively.