Sans Other Gaki 4 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids media, stickers, playful, chunky, quirky, friendly, comic, playfulness, approachability, handmade feel, high impact, novelty, rounded, bouncy, irregular, soft-cornered, bulbous.
A heavy, rounded sans with chunky strokes and soft corners throughout. Letterforms have an intentionally uneven, hand-cut feel: verticals subtly wobble, bowls are inflated, and counters vary slightly in size and placement. Proportions are generally wide and compact, with short ascenders/descenders and a sturdy baseline presence; terminals are blunt and often angled, adding a casual, cut-paper rhythm. Numerals match the same bulbous geometry, keeping a consistent, poster-like density.
Best suited to headlines and short display copy where its chunky silhouettes and bouncy rhythm can be appreciated—posters, playful branding, snack or toy packaging, kids-oriented materials, and social graphics. It can also work for bold labels or signage where a friendly, informal voice is desired.
The overall tone is cheerful and goofy, with a warm, cartoon-ish energy. Its irregular rhythm reads as handmade rather than mechanical, giving it an approachable, kid-friendly character that feels more fun than formal.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact with a handmade, cartoon-like texture—prioritizing expressive silhouettes, soft rounding, and intentional irregularity to create an approachable display voice.
In longer text the dark color builds quickly, emphasizing silhouette and spacing over interior detail. The playful inconsistencies between shapes (especially in curves and diagonals) are part of the design language and become more apparent at larger sizes.