Shadow Joho 12 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, playful, retro, bold, cheerful, graphic, display impact, dimensional effect, retro styling, friendly tone, graphic emphasis, rounded, inline, outlined, layered, dimensional.
A heavy, rounded sans with softened terminals and compact, friendly proportions. Each glyph is built from a solid main stroke plus a consistent inset inline, creating a hollowed, double-line feel through the interior. An offset duplicate element reads like a built-in shadow/echo, giving the letters a layered, dimensional look while keeping counters fairly open. Curves are smooth and circular, joins are clean, and the overall rhythm is chunky and even, with simple, legible numeral forms that match the rounded construction.
Best suited for display settings where its hollow inline and shadow detail can be appreciated—headlines, poster titles, packaging, storefront-style signage, and logo wordmarks. It can also work for short callouts or labels, but the layered detailing is most effective when set large with generous spacing.
The inline-and-shadow layering gives the face a lively, mid-century display energy that feels upbeat and attention-seeking. Its dimensional treatment reads as fun and slightly theatrical, suggesting signage, pop graphics, and playful branding rather than quiet text typography.
Designed to deliver maximum impact with a friendly, rounded skeleton enhanced by built-in inline hollows and a consistent shadow echo. The intent appears to be a ready-made dimensional display look that feels graphic and decorative while remaining broadly readable.
The interior inline is a defining motif across caps, lowercase, and figures, producing a strong figure/ground effect at larger sizes. The shadow offset is subtle but persistent, adding depth without turning the letterforms into complex outlines.