The Unicode block Small Kana Extension (U+1F000–U+1F0FF) contains characters representing the Hiragana and Katakana syllabaries in a smaller font size. These characters are primarily used in Japanese typography, particularly in vertical writing, where the smaller size allows for more compact layout. They can also be used in conjunction with larger-sized characters for stylistic effects or to indicate emphasis.
View a range of fonts that support the Small Kana Extension block.
Below you will find all the characters that are in the Small Kana Extension unicode block. Currently there are 9 characters in this block.