Sans Other Hijy 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Hegval Display' by Inhouse Type; 'Organetto' by Latinotype; 'Classic Grotesque', 'Helvetica Now', and 'Trade Gothic Display' by Monotype; and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, stout, punchy, friendly, industrial, rugged, impact, approachability, durability, display clarity, rounded, compact, chunky, blunt, ink-trap-like.
A heavy, compact sans with blunt terminals and softly rounded corners that keep the mass from feeling harsh. Strokes are uniform and dense, with large counters cut into the forms; several joins show small notches and angular cut-ins that read as ink-trap-like detailing. The overall construction favors squared geometry and tight apertures, producing strong silhouettes and a sturdy texture in text. Figures are similarly blocky and wide-set, matching the letters’ weight and footprint.
Best suited to headlines and short bursts of copy where its dense weight and sturdy shapes can do the work—posters, signage, packaging, and bold brand marks. It can also serve for UI or labels when strong emphasis is needed, though longer paragraphs will appear visually heavy due to the dark text color.
The tone is bold and approachable, combining a workwear sturdiness with a slightly playful softness from the rounded corners. It feels confident and attention-getting, with an industrial, poster-oriented energy rather than a refined or delicate voice.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a friendly, utilitarian sensibility—an atypical, characterful sans that stays straightforward while adding personality through rounded corners and small cut-in details at joins.
In the sample text, the tight apertures and compact interiors create a dark typographic color, especially in smaller spacing or longer lines. The distinctive notched joins add character and help differentiate dense shapes, while the overall rhythm remains steady and highly legible at display sizes.