Print Kikug 5 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, headlines, craft branding, playful, friendly, casual, childlike, whimsical, approachability, informality, handmade charm, easy readability, rounded, chunky, soft, bouncy, hand-drawn.
A rounded, hand-drawn print face with thick, even strokes and softly blunted terminals. Letterforms are simple and open, with gentle irregularities in curve tension and stroke endings that create an organic rhythm without becoming messy. Proportions feel compact and slightly condensed, with a high x-height and small counters that stay clear at text sizes. Overall spacing reads comfortable and steady, supporting continuous reading while retaining a drawn-by-hand character.
Works well for short-to-medium text in playful contexts such as children’s materials, packaging, stickers, classroom resources, and casual posters. It also suits friendly branding and social graphics where a handmade voice is desired, especially in headlines, captions, and callouts.
The tone is warm and approachable, with a lighthearted, kid-friendly energy. Its bouncy shapes and soft corners give it an informal, conversational feel that suggests handmade labels, crafts, and cheerful everyday messaging.
The font appears designed to deliver a clear, friendly handwritten look with sturdy strokes and uncomplicated forms. It prioritizes approachability and legibility while preserving the natural charm of informal, drawn lettering.
The design maintains consistent stroke weight across curves and joins, emphasizing a marker-like solidity. Numerals and capitals match the same rounded, simplified construction, keeping the set visually unified and easy to recognize.