Sans Normal Inkaw 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Croma Sans' by Hoftype, 'Isard' and 'Isard Hebrew Latin' by Letterjuice, 'Cebreja' by Rafaeiro Typeiro, 'Gloriola' by Suitcase Type Foundry, and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, logos, signage, playful, friendly, chunky, retro, impact, approachability, fun, display strength, rounded, soft corners, heavy strokes, bubbly, cartoonish.
A heavy, rounded sans with dense, blunt strokes and generously curved corners. The letters have a compact, slightly squat feel with wide bodies and minimal internal counter space, creating a strong, poster-like silhouette. Curves are smooth and circular, terminals are consistently softened, and joins tend to be sturdy and simplified. Overall spacing reads even, with a solid rhythm that emphasizes mass and legibility at larger sizes.
Best suited for headlines, posters, branding marks, packaging, and short display text where a bold, friendly presence is needed. It will also work well for signage and attention-grabbing UI labels, but its dense counters suggest using it at moderate to large sizes for optimal clarity.
The font projects a cheerful, informal tone with a distinctly playful, almost cartoon-like friendliness. Its chunky shapes and soft corners feel approachable and lively, leaning toward a retro display attitude rather than a strict, technical voice.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with an approachable, rounded personality—prioritizing simple, sturdy shapes and consistent softness for expressive display typography.
Round characters (like O and 0) are very full and symmetrical, while diagonals (such as V, W, X, and Z) remain thick and stable, avoiding sharp, spiky points. Numerals are bold and simplified for impact, matching the letterforms’ soft, heavy construction.