Japanese “not free of charge” button

This emoji represents the Chinese character '有 (yǒu),' meaning 'to have' or 'to possess.' It is used to indicate paid services or products, signifying that they are *not* free of charge.

In Japan, it is frequently used in stores and online shops to indicate that a product is available for purchase. It signifies 'in stock' or 'available.'

This emoji is particularly useful in e-commerce and digital marketing. It allows for intuitive communication of product availability or service accessibility, transcending language barriers in the global marketplace.

The rise of mobile shopping and delivery apps has further increased the use of this emoji. It is effectively used to display availability in real-time inventory management systems and reservation platforms, and has become a universally recognized symbol in the international e-commerce environment.