# Kaomotion - animated stickers — Send moving Japanese kaomoji

> Animated Japanese emoticons for iMessage chats. (iPhone/iPad app by Simon Schmid.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kaomotion-animated-stickers/id1148389257 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Simon Schmid](https://appshunter.io/developer/1122225162)
- Category: Stickers, Lifestyle, Emoji & Expressions, Comics & Cartoons
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.82/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 10.1 · 30 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-09-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kaomotion-animated-stickers/id1148389257/reviews.md

## What is Kaomotion?

Send animated kamoji to your friends in iMessage. 

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►FEATURES:

Send moving Japanese emoticon stickers to your friends — we call them Kaomotions!
• They work like gifs, you just add them to your iMessage chat — and they'll move around like magic
• Place Kaomotions on anything in your chat history and interact with existing text
• Kaomotions look just like text, but they're moving!
• Send Kaomotion reaction stickers right from your iMessage keyboard
• Use Kaomotions to send positive emotions, joy, love, embarrassment, anger, indifference, confusion, doubt, surprise, animals, cats and much, much more to your friends - new characters are being added right now
• Welcome the most famous kaomoji with a new won life, say hi to: Shruggie, Lennie, Happy Gary and many, many more.

►ABOUT KAOMOTION STICKERS:

Visit https://twitter.com/kaomotion if you need help!

You can find more about Kaomotion on the following networks:
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kaomotion/ 
Twitter https://twitter.com/kaomotion 
http://kaomotion.com/

Have fun sending Japanese text character stickers!

Minimum iOS version: 10
Lock icon: EmojiOne

## Key features

- Send animated Japanese emoticons
- Use as iMessage stickers
- Place on chat history
- Interact with existing text
- Send from iMessage keyboard
- Express various emotions and characters

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all stickers | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock category 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock category 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock category 3 | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kaomotion-animated-stickers/id1148389257/reviews.md

### 5/5 — can delete

*2023-12-25*

the delete place in setting under imessage app，but the 6 unlock need $1.99 for lifetime is not my type emoji.rest is good enough.

### 1/5 — Cant delete

*2021-06-19, version 3*

I’m not impressed with this app

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2021-01-31, version 3*

Don’t get this app because afterwards you can’t delete it, it won’t let you delete it I’m stuck with this stupid app !!!! I repeat please don’t not download this app because you won’t be able to delete it !!! It won’t let you

### 1/5 — I can’t delete the app

*2020-05-31, version 3*

I downloaded the app but I decided to delete it and I can’t! I can’t find the app on my apps!!

### 5/5 — Awesome little animated stickers for popular kaomoji!

*2017-09-30, version 2.0*

They give new life to popular kaomoji, text faces, and even some message bubbles which are easily accessible and perfectly animated. I already use normal, boring kaomoji a lot with friends and family so these animated ones are right up my alley. ;) I have suggested to those I know to get and use this collection. 

With the full unlocked in-app purchase you'll get 39 animated kaomoji ＼(＾▽＾)／, 5 text faces ;), and 4 text bubbles you can play with and send. If you prefer not to purchase the full set then you'll still get 31 animated kaomoji, 1 side face, and 1 message bubble which is still a generous amount of stickers to play with and send. I personally favor the stickers that are only available from the purchase so I totally suggest he full set. ;P

From what I can tell there are no glitches, no frozen or stuck stickers, and generally no problems. They work and look exactly as they're said to! No surprises like some other stickers/app I've seen from other developers. An honest developer who responds quickly and politely. If you have problems just let them know and I'm sure they'll happily help.

d( ° ▽ ° )b I give the stickers and developer two thumbs up and ★★★★★!!

**Developer response:** Thank you ; (✿˶◕‿◕˶人◕ᴗ◕✿);

### 5/5 — Update.

*2017-09-15*

Simon, I went about using the coupon wrong... that's what happens on 2 hours sleep Lol. Thanks anyway for your help
 (A+ for the app.) 😊

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Since updating this app some of my original stickers have a padlock against them. I have to pay for them again it seems. Not happy about that, otherwise a nice app!
I won't be updating my other device for now.

**Developer response:** Hi there, glad it works now and happy that you're a happy user, too! :)

### 5/5 — Great update

*2017-09-14, version 2.0*

I've been enjoying these animated emoji since they came out. And it just got better with the latest update. Prompt customer service from the developer is icing on the cake.

### 5/5 — Loving it!

*2017-09-14, version 2.0*

All the emotions are so cute! My favorites are flipping the table and the whales.

### 4/5 — Good response from developer

*2017-09-13, version 2.0*

Have been enjoying the app. Had a problem with activation of the app and the developer was quick to address and resolve it. Thank you.

**Developer response:** Great, problem addressed! :)

### 5/5 — Awesome and fun!!

*2017-07-11, version 1.2.1*

Love this!

## Frequently asked questions about Kaomotion

### What are Kaomotions?

Kaomotions are animated Japanese emoticons that function like GIFs. They are designed to be sent within iMessage chats to add dynamic visual expression to conversations.

### How do Kaomotion stickers work in iMessage?

Kaomotion stickers can be added directly to your iMessage chats, appearing as moving elements. They can be placed on existing text or chat history, making them interactive and visually engaging.

### What kind of emotions can I express with Kaomotion?

You can express a wide range of emotions and concepts, including joy, love, embarrassment, anger, indifference, confusion, doubt, surprise, and even animals like cats. New characters are continuously being added.

### Is Kaomotion free to use?

Yes, Kaomotion is free to download and use. However, it does offer in-app purchases for additional content or features.

### Does Kaomotion have ads?

Based on the available data, Kaomotion does not contain advertisements.

### What devices is Kaomotion compatible with?

Kaomotion is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It requires a minimum iOS version of 10.

### When was Kaomotion last updated?

The latest version of Kaomotion was released on September 3, 2018. The app was initially released on September 18, 2016.

### What is the age rating for Kaomotion?

Kaomotion has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger users and above.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3 — 2018-09-03

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Made the stickers bigger
- Updated the localised versions of the IAP button
- Made the in-app purchases less confusing

### 2.0 — 2017-09-12

• All-new version 2.0! :)
• Version 2.0 adds many new animated Kaomotion designs!
• Version 2.0 adds an in-app purchase system. This lets you unlock a few of the most desirable animations. 

NOTE: IF YOU ARE ONE OF THE EARLY BUYERS, please get in touch with the receipt and I'll gift you this update! --> somesimonstuff+kaomotion@gmail.com

### 1.2.1 — 2016-11-30

Version 1.2.1 fixes a small bug and deploys the version that should've been version 1.2. I'm sorry. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

1.2: This new kaomotion version (version 1.2, named after Niv Dror @Nivo0o0 for his excessive and loving use of Shruggy) includes 2 new Shruggy designs, and various other new characters and improvements.

### 1.2 — 2016-11-23

This new kaomotion version (version 1.2, named after Niv Dror @Nivo0o0 for his excessive and loving use of Shruggy) includes 2 new Shruggy designs, and various other new characters and improvements.

### 1.1 — 2016-09-28

Added new characters, now it's a paid sticker pack application.

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All apps by Simon Schmid: https://appshunter.io/developer/1122225162

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