Sans Normal Koday 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexperdy' by Differentialtype, 'Mollen' by Eko Bimantara, 'Mazot' by Hurufatfont, 'Nusara' by Locomotype, and 'Glimp' and 'Glimp Rounded' by OneSevenPointFive (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, advertising, packaging, sporty, assertive, modern, energetic, pragmatic, impact, momentum, clarity, modernity, branding, oblique, rounded, geometric, high-impact, clean.
A heavy, oblique sans with rounded, geometric construction and smooth, low-contrast strokes. Curves are broadly circular and terminals are clean and blunt, giving letters a solid, contemporary silhouette. Counters are relatively open for the weight, and the overall rhythm is steady and compact, with a slight forward lean that adds motion. Numerals follow the same sturdy, rounded logic and read clearly at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, short statements, and branding where speed and emphasis are desired—sports identity, promotional graphics, event materials, packaging callouts, and bold UI highlights. It can work for brief subheads, but the heavy slanted stance is primarily optimized for display rather than long text.
The tone is energetic and purposeful, with a confident, forward-driving feel. Its rounded geometry keeps it friendly enough for mainstream use, while the strong weight and slant push it toward sporty, promotional, and attention-grabbing contexts.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-impact sans that feels fast and contemporary without resorting to sharp or aggressive detailing. It emphasizes bold presence, simple geometry, and reliable legibility for branding and headline-driven layouts.
Uppercase forms feel wide and stable, while lowercase keeps simple, single-story shapes (notably the a and g), reinforcing a straightforward, functional character. Diagonals and joins look firm and minimized in detail, favoring clarity and impact over delicacy.