Kaeru kaomoji capture the frog with round eyes and wide mouths — (・ω・) and (:. : — to evoke the friendly Japanese frog. They read as cheerful and a little goofy.

Use kaeru kaomoji for rain, spring, or playful ribbit-style reactions.

The frog (kaeru) is a lucky symbol in Japan — 'kaeru' also means 'to return,' so frog charms wish for safe returns.