Sans Other Ifji 3 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logos, western, retro, poster, industrial, playful, display impact, vintage signage, brand voice, compact strength, rounded corners, rectilinear, compact, stencil-like, blocky.
A compact, heavy sans with strongly rectilinear construction and rounded corners. Strokes are uniform and dense, with squared terminals and frequent inward notches that create a subtly cut-in, stencil-like texture across many letters. Proportions are relatively condensed, with tall caps, a modest x-height, and tight internal counters that keep the color dark and even. Numerals and lowercase follow the same squared, engineered rhythm, producing a consistent, sign-ready silhouette.
Best suited to display applications such as headlines, posters, storefront-style signage, packaging, and logo wordmarks where its compact weight and distinctive notched forms can be appreciated. It can also work for short subheads or labels, but extended small text may feel dense due to the tight counters and heavy color.
The overall tone feels vintage and display-forward, with a clear old-west and mid-century poster flavor. Its chunky geometry and cut-in details add a rugged, workmanlike character that reads as confident and slightly playful rather than refined.
The design appears intended as a bold display sans that borrows from western and vintage sign-lettering while keeping a clean, constructed backbone. The recurring inset cuts and rounded-square shaping seem aimed at adding personality and memorability without relying on traditional serifs.
Distinctive cap shapes (notably the rounded-shoulder forms and inset joints) help maintain recognition even at large sizes, while the tight apertures can make fine detail feel busier as size decreases. The font’s strong vertical emphasis and compact spacing contribute to a punchy, headline-oriented cadence.