hinoji mouth Gallery

The "ひの字口" (hi-shaped mouth) is a distinctive facial expression in anime and manga artwork characterized by a wavy, downturned mouth resembling the Japanese hiragana character "ひ". This visual trope frequently conveys subtle dissatisfaction, a cute pout, or tsundere personality traits. Illustrations featuring this expression often incorporate accompanying elements like blushing cheeks, furrowed eyebrows, or small tears to enhance the emotional depth of the character's reaction.