Serif Normal Kikoh 10 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, body text, headlines, classic, refined, literary, formal, readability, editorial tone, classical polish, print tradition, bracketed, hairline, transitional, crisp, bookish.
This serif design shows clear contrast between thick vertical stems and fine hairlines, with crisp, bracketed serifs and gently tapered terminals. Proportions feel balanced and traditional, with moderate extenders and an even, book-like rhythm across words. Round forms are smooth and controlled, while details such as the thin crossbars and delicate joins keep the color light and precise at text sizes. Numerals and capitals align with the same restrained, high-contrast construction, giving the overall set a cohesive, disciplined texture.
It fits long-form reading such as books, essays, and editorial layouts, where its steady rhythm and clear serif structure help guide the eye. The high contrast and crisp finishing also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and classical titling in print and high-resolution digital design.
The tone is classic and cultivated, evoking established print typography and a measured, editorial sensibility. Its sharp hairlines and neat serifing add a sense of refinement and authority without becoming ornamental. Overall it reads as serious, composed, and suited to contexts where tradition and clarity matter.
The design appears intended as a dependable, conventional text serif with a refined, print-forward finish. It aims to deliver a familiar reading experience while adding a touch of elegance through strong contrast and carefully shaped serifs.
The italic is not shown, and the displayed roman features consistent stroke modulation and tidy spacing that supports continuous reading. The forms lean toward a conventional book serif feel, with crisp detail that will reward adequate size and resolution in display settings as well as careful text use.