Serif Normal Boken 13 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, packaging, branding, traditional, sturdy, friendly, vintage, warmth, readability, print character, classic tone, bracketed, ball terminals, soft serifs, compact, ink-trap feel.
A robust serif with rounded, bracketed serifs and gently swollen strokes that give the outlines a slightly softened, inked-in look. Curves are generous and counters stay fairly open for the weight, while joins and shoulders are smooth and continuous rather than sharply carved. The lowercase shows a compact rhythm with a single-storey “g” and ball-like terminals on letters such as “a” and “c,” contributing to a warm, old-style texture. Numerals are heavy and steady with clear, rounded forms and strong baseline presence.
Well-suited to editorial typography where a strong serif voice is needed, from magazine headlines to pull quotes and subheads. The sturdy shapes also support longer-form reading in comfortable sizes, while the distinctive terminals make it a good fit for branding and packaging that wants a classic, personable feel.
The overall tone feels traditional and dependable, with a friendly warmth that reads as slightly vintage. Its softened terminals and sturdy build suggest a classic print sensibility—confident and approachable rather than formal or delicate.
Likely designed to deliver a conventional serif reading experience with extra warmth and presence, combining classic proportions with softened, print-like details. The emphasis appears to be on creating a dense, confident texture that remains legible while adding character through rounded serifs and ball terminals.
The design emphasizes consistent, rounded endings and softly modeled transitions, producing an even, dark page color in paragraphs. In display sizes the ball terminals and bracketing become a defining character detail, adding personality without becoming ornamental.