Sans Contrasted Kibe 5 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logos, posters, branding, packaging, futuristic, techy, playful, retro, sci-fi, distinctive display, tech aesthetic, logo focus, graphic impact, sci-fi tone, geometric, stencil-like, cut-in, modular, rounded.
A geometric sans with heavy, rounded forms and pronounced internal cut-ins that create a distinctive, segmented look. Many letters use horizontal “belt” counters or sliced apertures (notably in C, G, O, S, and several numerals), producing a strong graphic rhythm and high black/white contrast inside the glyphs. Curves are smooth and circular, while joins and terminals tend toward squared-off, engineered finishes; some characters introduce sharp diagonal gestures (K, V, W, X, Y) for extra dynamism. Overall spacing feels display-oriented, with sturdy silhouettes and a consistent system of cutout shapes that reads clearly at larger sizes.
Best suited to headlines and short display settings where the cut-in counters can be appreciated—logotypes, posters, tech or entertainment branding, packaging, and striking section titles. It can also work for large-format signage or UI hero text where a futuristic, graphic tone is desired, while longer body copy will be more effective when set with generous size and spacing.
The cutout counters and rounded geometry give the face a futuristic, gadget-like tone with a retro sci‑fi flavor. It feels energetic and slightly playful, like signage for technology, games, or motion graphics, where bold shapes and striking internal negative space are part of the visual voice.
The font appears designed to deliver a distinctive, high-impact display voice by combining circular, geometric construction with deliberate internal cutouts that add motion and a tech-forward identity. The consistent counter shaping suggests an intention to create a cohesive, logo-friendly system across letters and numerals.
The design’s signature is the repeated horizontal slit/capsule counter motif, which unifies uppercase, lowercase, and figures into a coherent, modular system. Narrow verticals in letters like i, j, l and t contrast strongly with the heavier bowls, emphasizing the font’s engineered, stylized personality rather than neutral text utility.