Sans Other Fuhi 5 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'København C' and 'København CS' by Fontpartners (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, signage, industrial, stencil, retro, playful, impactful, graphic impact, stencil aesthetic, signage feel, brand recognition, grotesque, geometric, chunky, cutout, rounded.
A heavy, compact sans with chunky proportions and rounded, simplified curves. The most defining feature is a consistent stencil-like construction: many letters and numerals are split by vertical breaks and occasional cut-in notches that create a segmented, cutout silhouette. Strokes are mostly monoline in feel with abrupt terminals, and bowls are broadly circular, producing an even, poster-friendly texture. Uppercase forms are blocky and assertive, while the lowercase keeps a large, sturdy structure with simple counters and minimal detailing.
Best suited to large-scale applications where the stencil segmentation can be appreciated: posters, headlines, branding marks, packaging, and bold signage. It can also work for short UI labels or section headers when a rugged, graphic voice is desired, especially in high-contrast black-on-white settings.
The segmented cutouts give the face a utilitarian, industrial voice reminiscent of labeling, stenciling, and stamped signage, but the rounded geometry adds a friendly, slightly quirky tone. Overall it reads bold and attention-grabbing, with a retro display energy that feels confident rather than delicate.
The design appears intended to combine a stout, modern sans foundation with a signature stencil/cutout motif, prioritizing instant recognition and graphic impact. The consistent vertical breaks suggest a deliberate system for creating a rugged, stamped aesthetic while keeping letterforms simple and highly legible at display sizes.
The breaks inside letters like O, Q, G, and several numerals create strong internal rhythm and make the design instantly recognizable at headline sizes. Because the cutouts interrupt counters and joins, the style leans more toward display use than continuous small-text reading.