Sans Other Kobon 2 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports, branding, packaging, sporty, urgent, punchy, retro, space saving, headline impact, motion cue, high energy, condensed, slanted, heavy, compact, energetic.
A compact, slanted sans with tightly packed proportions and heavy, uniform strokes. Letterforms are simplified and muscular, with rounded counters and blunt terminals that keep the silhouette clean at speed. The italic angle is assertive and consistent across the set, creating a forward-leaning rhythm, while widths vary slightly by character to preserve recognizable shapes in such a condensed build. Numerals match the same blocky, compressed construction for a unified texture in mixed copy.
Best suited to headlines, short slogans, and display settings where a condensed, energetic presence is desirable. It can work well for sports graphics, event posters, packaging callouts, and bold brand marks where a forward-leaning, high-impact sans is needed.
The overall tone is forceful and kinetic, suggesting motion, intensity, and impact. It reads like a headline voice associated with fast-paced contexts, leaning into a retro, poster-like confidence rather than a neutral text feel.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, combining a strong italic slant with chunky, simplified forms for quick recognition. Its construction prioritizes speed, punch, and display efficiency over long-form reading comfort.
In continuous lines the dense spacing and strong slant create a dark, high-pressure typographic color, making it most effective when given room to breathe and used at sizes where counters stay open. The rounded interiors and straightforward geometry help maintain clarity despite the compressed stance.