Sans Normal Kokun 1 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, sporty, assertive, energetic, modern, informal, emphasis, momentum, impact, attention, slanted, compact, rounded, punchy, high-impact.
A compact, right-slanted sans with heavy, low-contrast strokes and rounded, slightly condensed proportions. Letterforms favor smooth curves and blunt terminals, with a steady, forward-leaning rhythm that keeps counters relatively tight and silhouettes dense. The overall texture is dark and continuous, with simple construction and minimal detail, producing strong word-shapes in short settings.
Best suited to headlines, short bursts of copy, and attention-driven messaging such as posters, signage, and packaging. It can also support branding and campaign graphics where a forward, high-impact italic voice is needed, while longer text blocks may require generous sizing and spacing to maintain clarity.
The typeface conveys speed and emphasis through its consistent slant and sturdy, simplified forms. Its tone feels sporty and confident, leaning more promotional and energetic than reserved or editorial.
The design appears intended to deliver a forceful italic sans for display use, prioritizing immediacy, motion, and compact economy of space. Its simplified geometry and heavy weight suggest a focus on strong impact and quick recognition in promotional contexts.
The numerals match the overall compact, slanted voice and read as sturdy, display-oriented figures. In the sample text, the tight spacing and dense stroke mass create an insistent texture that rewards larger sizes where the shapes can open up and breathe.