Serif Other Ohbi 4 is a light, narrow, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, posters, packaging, editorial, luxury, fashion, dramatic, refined, display impact, editorial elegance, luxury tone, hairline, delicate, calligraphic, sharp, bracketed.
A high-contrast serif with razor-thin hairlines and strong vertical stress, paired with crisp, bracketed serifs. The proportions are condensed and tall, with a notably low x-height that emphasizes ascenders and capitals. Curves are clean and controlled, while terminals often end in fine, needle-like points, giving letters such as S, C, and e a taut, elegant snap. Numerals mirror the same contrast and slender construction, reading as display-oriented rather than utilitarian.
Well suited for magazine mastheads, fashion and beauty headlines, brand marks, and high-end packaging where contrast and sophistication are desirable. It also works for short, prominent text in posters or invitations, but is less appropriate for long passages at small sizes due to its delicate detailing.
The overall tone is sophisticated and theatrical, projecting a couture/editorial polish with a slightly dramatic edge. Its fine detailing and sharp joins feel premium and curated, suited to settings where elegance and contrast are part of the message.
The design appears intended as a statement serif that foregrounds contrast, elegance, and verticality, echoing modern editorial Didone-like sensibilities with slightly decorative, sharpened terminals. It prioritizes visual impact and refinement over neutral text economy.
The font’s delicate hairlines and tight internal spaces suggest it will look best with generous tracking and comfortable sizes, where the thin strokes and pointed terminals can remain clear. The italic-like sweep in some strokes (notably in the capital A and a few diagonals) adds a subtle calligraphic flavor without becoming overtly script-like.