Serif Normal Kaho 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, branding, classic, literary, formal, refined, authoritative, readability, tradition, editorial tone, prestige, bracketed, crisp, transitional, open counters, balanced.
A crisp, high-contrast serif with bracketed wedge-like serifs and smoothly modulated strokes. The letterforms show a balanced, transitional structure with moderate proportions, open counters, and clear, sharply cut terminals. Curves are clean and controlled (not overly calligraphic), while joins and serifs maintain consistent rhythm across caps, lowercase, and figures, producing a polished text color at display and paragraph sizes.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where a traditional serif voice is desired. It also fits magazine typography, academic or institutional materials, and brand systems that need a classic, cultivated tone for headings and supporting text.
The overall tone is classic and literary, leaning formal and authoritative. Its sharp serifs and pronounced contrast add refinement and a slightly editorial gravitas, making the text feel established and trustworthy rather than casual or playful.
The design appears aimed at a conventional, highly legible serif for general-purpose typography, pairing classical proportions with crisp contrast for a refined reading experience. It prioritizes familiar forms and steady rhythm to perform reliably in continuous text while retaining enough sharpness for confident titles and pull quotes.
Capitals read stately and well-proportioned, while the lowercase maintains familiar book-face shapes with a steady baseline and tidy spacing. Numerals appear traditional and well-integrated with the roman, supporting a composed, print-like feel in mixed text.