Serif Flared Udji 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Esenka' and 'Pro Sotan' by Differentialtype and 'Rice' by Font Kitchen (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, book covers, posters, branding, classic, authoritative, editorial, heritage, literary, strong presence, classic flavor, warm authority, display impact, flared terminals, bracketed serifs, rounded joins, softened corners, high weight.
A heavy, upright serif with broad proportions and gently flared stroke endings. The letterforms have sturdy, mostly even stroke weight with subtle modulation, and serifs that feel bracketed and slightly tapered rather than sharply hairlined. Curves are full and rounded, while joins and terminals are softened, giving the face a solid yet accommodating texture. Spacing reads moderate and stable in text, with a consistent rhythm and strong silhouettes across caps, lowercase, and figures.
Best suited for headlines, decks, and short passages where a strong, classic serif voice is needed. It can work well for magazine titles, book and journal covers, cultural posters, and branding systems that want tradition with a slightly softened edge.
The overall tone is traditional and confident, with an editorial gravitas that feels at home in established, print-forward contexts. The flared finishing and rounded details add warmth, keeping the voice from feeling overly sharp or austere.
The design appears aimed at delivering a bold, editorial serif with flared, bracketed finishing for strong impact and dependable readability. Its softened terminals and broad forms suggest an intention to balance authority with approachability in display-led typography.
Caps are commanding and wide-set, while lowercase maintains a clear, sturdy presence with noticeable heft in bowls and counters. Numerals match the weight and presence of the letters, producing a cohesive, emphatic color when set in display sizes.