Distressed Nibun 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, book covers, labels, rustic, vintage, handmade, gritty, quirky, evoke print, add texture, create patina, handmade feel, rough edges, blotchy, inked, worn, textured.
A serif typeface with sturdy, bracketed forms and noticeably irregular contours. Strokes are low-contrast and mostly upright, but the outlines show ragged, slightly wavy edges and occasional blot-like bulges that mimic uneven inking or worn printing. Terminals tend to be chunky and rounded, counters are open, and spacing feels slightly uneven, contributing to a lively, imperfect rhythm. The figures follow the same roughened treatment, with simple, readable constructions and softened corners.
Works best for short to medium-length copy where character is more important than pristine clarity: posters, display headlines, book covers, editorial openers, packaging, and product labels. It can also support thematic branding or signage when a handcrafted, timeworn impression is desired.
The overall tone feels old-world and workmanlike, with a tactile, printed-from-type character. Its irregular edges and inky texture suggest age, use, and human handling—evoking ephemera like posters, labels, or stamped stationery rather than polished corporate typography.
Likely designed to capture the feel of traditional serif letterforms printed under imperfect conditions—worn type, rough paper, or uneven ink—while staying broadly legible. The aim appears to be adding instant atmosphere and authenticity through controlled irregularity rather than strict typographic precision.
At text sizes the texture becomes a defining feature, creating a peppery edge that adds atmosphere but can reduce crispness in dense paragraphs. The distressed detailing is fairly consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, so mixed-case settings maintain a cohesive, intentionally weathered look.