Print Toju 6 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, very short x-height font.
Keywords: book covers, posters, packaging, headlines, children’s media, storybook, whimsical, folksy, friendly, hand-drawn, handmade charm, playful display, quirky texture, storybook tone, artisan branding, spiky serifs, ink traps, lively rhythm, quirky, rustic.
A lively hand-drawn print style with narrow proportions, upright stance, and medium stroke contrast. Strokes taper into sharp, wedge-like terminals and small spiky serif hints that feel inked rather than engineered. Counters are compact and often slightly irregular, and curves show subtle wobble that creates a human rhythm across words. The lowercase is notably small relative to capitals, with tall ascenders/descenders and mixed character widths that give the texture a bouncy, uneven cadence.
Best suited to display settings where personality matters: book covers, posters, headings, and short editorial callouts. It can also work well on packaging and labels that want a handcrafted, boutique feel. For longer passages, it benefits from generous size and spacing to keep the lively shapes from feeling busy.
The overall tone is playful and storybook-like, with a rustic, handmade charm. Its slightly prickly terminals add character without turning aggressive, keeping the voice friendly and quirky. The alphabet feels expressive and personal, like hand-lettered titling on packaging or a children’s book page.
The design appears intended to deliver an informal, hand-rendered print voice with distinctive pointed terminals and a compact lowercase. It prioritizes character and texture over strict uniformity, aiming for a charming, crafted look that stands out in display typography.
Distinctive pointed terminals appear on many straight strokes, and several letters show asymmetrical bowls and angled joins that emphasize the drawn-by-hand construction. Numerals follow the same narrow, inked logic, with simplified forms and prominent curves that read best when given some size and air.