Represents sake (Japanese rice wine), drinking culture, and celebration. It’s often used to express “cheers,” relaxation after work, or anything involving Japanese food and nightlife.
Your friend suggests sushi night on Friday.
I’m in 🍶 let’s get fancy rolls and sake flights
Can stand for any kind of alcohol in a casual chat — not limited to sake — like a toast emoji for “cheers!” or “let’s unwind.”
In Japan, 🍶 specifically evokes nihonshu（日本酒）, traditional rice wine served warm or cold. It carries connotations of craftsmanship, seasonal festivals, and nomikai（飲み会, after-work drinking parties）— moments of bonding and letting one’s guard down.
Outside Japan, some people mistake 🍶 for a soy sauce bottle. If you’re talking about sushi dinner, it’s fine; otherwise, context helps avoid confusion.
Related emojis that share similar meanings or usage.
