Sans Normal Higan 4 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, quotes, invitations, friendly, casual, approachable, playful, conversational, informality, warmth, readability, personality, motion, rounded terminals, soft curves, open counters, casual rhythm, handwritten feel.
The design is a slanted, rounded sans with smooth, low-contrast strokes and softly finished terminals. Letterforms lean consistently, mixing open curves with simplified, sketch-like construction that keeps the rhythm lively. Proportions are compact in the lowercase, with a modest x-height and clear, roomy counters that help maintain legibility despite the casual motion.
It suits branding that wants a relaxed, human tone—such as cafés, lifestyle products, kids or family-oriented materials, and social content. It also works well for short to medium editorial passages, quotes, invitations, and packaging where a casual voice is desirable. For interfaces or dense technical text, it may be better as an accent face rather than a primary UI workhorse.
This font feels friendly and informal, with a casual, handwritten energy. The steady slant and rounded shapes create an approachable, conversational tone that reads as warm and upbeat rather than strict or technical.
The font appears designed to deliver a personable, handwritten impression while staying clean and readable in continuous text. Its consistent slant and rounded geometry aim to add character and momentum without relying on decorative details.
The forms maintain a cohesive, slightly bouncy baseline feel, and the numerals match the same rounded, handwritten logic. Uppercase shapes remain simple and open, pairing comfortably with the lowercase without looking overly formal.