Sans Normal Kirin 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Actay' by Arodora Type, 'Area' and 'Surt' by Blaze Type, 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block, and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, advertising, sporty, confident, modern, energetic, friendly, impact, momentum, clarity, modernity, oblique, geometric, rounded, monoline, open counters.
This typeface is a heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and smooth, rounded geometry. Strokes are largely monoline, producing a clean, even color, while terminals are blunt and softly finished. Curves are generous and circular (notably in O/C/G and the lowercase bowls), and the spacing feels intentionally open for a wide stance and steady rhythm. The italic slant is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, giving the set a forward-leaning, unified texture.
Best suited to headlines and display settings where its bold, forward-leaning presence can lead the layout. It works well for branding, promotional materials, and sporty or tech-leaning communications, and can hold up in short subheads where strong emphasis and quick recognition are needed.
The overall tone is assertive and contemporary, with a brisk, energetic posture from the oblique angle and dense weight. Rounded forms keep it approachable rather than aggressive, creating a sporty, confident voice that reads as upbeat and modern.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, high-impact sans that feels fast and confident without losing clarity. Its wide proportions, rounded geometry, and consistent slant suggest a focus on energetic display typography for modern brand and campaign use.
Round characters show open apertures and clear counters, which helps the bold weight stay readable. The numerals follow the same geometric logic and slant, matching the letterforms in presence and pacing, and the overall silhouette emphasizes width and momentum over compact efficiency.