Print Hibiy 8 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Knicknack' by Great Scott (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, kids branding, packaging, titles, comics, playful, whimsical, cartoonish, lively, friendly, hand-lettered feel, add personality, grab attention, youthful tone, chunky, bubbly, irregular, hand-drawn, soft corners.
A chunky, hand-drawn display face with heavy, rounded forms and irregular contours. The strokes feel brushy and slightly wobbly, with subtle angular nicks and flared terminals that give each glyph a cut-paper or carved look. Counters are generally small and soft, and curves dominate the overall geometry, producing a compact, weighty silhouette. Spacing and widths vary noticeably across letters, creating an animated rhythm in words while maintaining clear, upright structure.
Best suited for short, high-impact text such as posters, playful branding, packaging, headlines, and comic or game UI titling. It also works well for seasonal or novelty promotions where a friendly, handcrafted voice is desirable, while longer paragraphs may feel heavy due to the dense color on the page.
The overall tone is playful and comedic, with a bouncy, mischievous energy that reads as informal and character-driven. Its uneven edges and exaggerated shapes give it a lighthearted, kid-friendly feel, suited to attention-grabbing headlines rather than restrained editorial typography.
The design appears intended to mimic energetic hand lettering with a bold marker or brush, prioritizing personality and immediacy over precision. Its variable widths, uneven edges, and rounded construction suggest it was drawn to feel spontaneous and fun while remaining legible in display settings.
In the sample text, the dense weight and tight counters make it most effective at larger sizes, where the lively edge detail and quirky proportions are easy to appreciate. The numerals match the same bold, slightly lopsided personality, supporting consistent use in posters and title treatments.