Sans Normal Ikgan 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Sebino Soft' by Nine Font; 'Core Sans A', 'Core Sans AR', and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core; and 'Artico Soft' and 'Coben' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, signage, posters, friendly, playful, rounded, approachable, modern, approachability, high impact, soft geometry, clarity, soft terminals, compact caps, wide bowls, large counters, monoline.
A heavy, rounded sans with monoline strokes and generously softened corners throughout. The capitals are compact and sturdy, with broad curved shoulders and wide bowls, while the lowercase shows open counters and smooth, almost pill-like terminals. Curves dominate the construction (notably in C, G, O, S, and the numerals), and joins are clean and calm rather than sharp or angular. Spacing appears even and stable in text, supporting clear word shapes despite the substantial stroke weight.
This font is well suited to short-to-medium display settings such as headlines, brand marks, packaging callouts, and signage where softness and clarity are desired. The thick, rounded forms hold up well at larger sizes and can add a welcoming tone to interfaces, badges, and promotional graphics.
The overall tone is warm and inviting, with a casual friendliness that feels contemporary and slightly playful. Its softened geometry avoids severity, giving it an easygoing, humane character suited to upbeat messaging and approachable branding.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact readability with a softened, friendly voice—pairing sturdy stroke weight with rounded geometry to feel modern, approachable, and easy to scan in display use.
Distinctive details include a single-storey “a” and “g,” a simple straight “l,” and rounded, soft-shouldered forms across m/n/h. Numerals follow the same rounded logic, with an especially friendly, bulbous “8” and smooth curves on “2” and “3,” reinforcing a cohesive, approachable set.