Print Tosu 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Articulo' by Gilar Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: kids branding, packaging, posters, headlines, book covers, playful, friendly, casual, whimsical, approachable, handmade feel, friendly branding, casual readability, playful display, rounded, soft, bouncy, chunky, monoline-ish.
A rounded, hand-drawn sans with softly swelling strokes and blunt, fully rounded terminals. Letterforms are simplified and slightly irregular in width and curvature, creating a lively rhythm while remaining consistently constructed. Counters are generous and open, with compact joins and gently asymmetrical curves that keep shapes from feeling mechanical. Uppercase and lowercase share a cohesive, informal structure with straightforward forms and minimal stroke modulation.
Best suited for short to medium text in informal contexts such as children’s materials, playful packaging, casual posters, social graphics, and friendly brand accents. It also works well for titles and pull quotes where a relaxed, hand-rendered voice is desired.
The overall tone is warm and upbeat, with a kid-friendly, spontaneous feel reminiscent of marker or brush lettering. Its soft geometry and mild irregularities communicate ease and friendliness rather than precision or formality.
The font appears intended to deliver an easygoing, human touch with clean readability, combining simplified sans structures with hand-drawn warmth for approachable display typography.
The design favors smooth curves over sharp corners, and many shapes show subtle wobble and varied roundness that reinforces a handmade impression. Numerals follow the same playful logic, with simple silhouettes and rounded ends that match the alphabet.