Slab Monoline Jima 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, editorial, signage, typewriter, vintage, workmanlike, friendly, rustic, sturdiness, readability, vintage tone, approachability, print feel, bracketed serifs, rounded corners, ink traps, soft terminals, chunky.
A sturdy slab-serif with heavy, mostly even strokes and softly bracketed serifs that read as rounded and slightly bulbous at the ends. The letterforms are open and generously proportioned, with wide rounds (O/C/G) and a substantial presence in the verticals, giving the design a calm, steady rhythm. Corners and joins feel subtly softened, as if shaped by ink spread or wear, and counters remain clear despite the weight. Numerals match the letters in mass and simplicity, with broad curves and stable footing.
Well suited to headlines, posters, and signage where a bold, dependable slab presence is needed. It also fits packaging and branding that wants a vintage, workshop, or typewriter-adjacent voice. For editorial use, it works best in larger sizes or short blocks of text where its heavy texture can be a feature rather than a constraint.
The overall tone is warm and utilitarian, evoking classic typewriter and letterpress textures without becoming distressed. It feels approachable and familiar—more handcrafted than clinical—suggesting everyday authenticity and a hint of Americana/retro signage.
The design appears intended to deliver a robust slab-serif voice with typewriter-era familiarity, combining strong strokes and wide shapes with softened details for an inviting, human feel.
In text settings, the weight and broad proportions create strong color on the page, while the rounded serifs and softened terminals keep the texture from feeling harsh. The forms prioritize clarity and sturdiness over sharp refinement, making it visually confident at display sizes and still readable in short passages.