Outline Ohno 1 is a very light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, signage, technical, architectural, minimal, retro, display outline, graphic emphasis, signage clarity, modern minimalism, outlined, monoline, rounded, clean, geometric.
A monoline outline sans with open counters and a consistent single-stroke contour. Letterforms are mostly geometric with softly rounded corners and smooth curves, paired with straight, squared terminals. Proportions feel compact and efficient, with relatively tight bowls and clear, simple construction in both caps and lowercase. Numerals and letters share a uniform contour logic, producing a crisp, airy texture when set at display sizes.
Well-suited to headlines, posters, and logotypes where the outlined construction can be a central visual feature. It can also work for packaging, wayfinding, and interface labeling when used at larger sizes and with sufficient contrast. For body copy, it will be most effective in short bursts—pull quotes, captions, or callouts—rather than long passages.
The overall tone is cool and systematic, evoking drafting, signage, and technical labeling. Its hollow construction gives it a lightweight, modern feel, while the straightforward geometry nods to mid-century display and industrial aesthetics.
The design appears intended to provide a clean, contemporary outline alternative to a neutral sans, prioritizing clarity of silhouette and consistent contour weight. Its restrained geometry and open interior spaces suggest a focus on display impact and an engineered, graphic look.
Because the strokes are defined only by an outer contour, the design reads best when there is enough size or output resolution for the outlines to remain distinct. In longer text, the internal whitespace and fine contours create a lighter visual color than a typical solid sans, making spacing and background contrast especially noticeable.