Japanese Smileys

A derivative of the emoticon, this form of smiley is sequence of typed characters that creates a facial expression. As is the case with straight-on smileys,Japenese smileys do not require users to tilt their heads sideways in order to see them.These smileys are developed by internet users in Japan and even though they reflect cultural nuances, they are fast becoming common forms of online expression worldwide.

:) or :] or ^_^ or =] or =) smile, happy

:( =[ =( :[ or D: D= sad, shocked

;) or ;] wink

:D or XD or =D big grin or laugh

:P or =P or xP tongue out, happy, or after a joke

:-* kiss

:O or =O or o_o surprised or shocked

:/ or =\ uncertain or disappointed

:| waiting, indifferent

:S or :$ Confused/ Embarrassed

:[ or :( sadness, depressed

=X speechless

>:( or >=( or >:[ or :@ angry

:? confused

:'( or :'[ or T__T or even ;_; crying