Serif Normal Ohkej 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Acreva' by Andfonts, 'Cheltenham' by Bitstream, 'Periodica' by Mint Type, 'Major Birch' by Salamahtype, and 'Capitolina' by Typefolio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, academic, branding, traditional, authoritative, literary, formal, readability, tradition, authority, print text, editorial tone, bracketed, sharply serifed, ball terminals, high-shouldered, sturdy.
A sturdy serif with clearly bracketed, wedge-like serifs and a firm vertical stress. Strokes are robust with moderate contrast, producing a dark, even typographic color. Curves are generous and slightly squared at key joins, while terminals often end in rounded or ball-like forms (notably in the lowercase). Proportions feel classic and slightly wide in the round letters, with a steady rhythm and conventional letterfit suited to continuous reading.
Well-suited to book and long-form editorial typography where a strong serif texture and dependable readability are needed. It can also serve effectively in headlines, academic materials, and brand communications that benefit from a traditional, authoritative tone.
The font conveys a traditional, authoritative tone with an old-style, bookish flavor. Its weight and crisp serifs create a confident, institutional voice that feels at home in editorial and literary contexts.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that prioritizes clarity and a confident page color, pairing classic proportions with pronounced, well-defined serifs for a timeless editorial presence.
Uppercase forms read as stately and stable, with strong horizontals and pronounced serif presence. Numerals are sturdy and legible, matching the text weight and maintaining consistent serif detailing, making them suitable for running text and mixed alphanumeric settings.