Sans Normal Kikij 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Trade Gothic' and 'Trade Gothic Next' by Linotype, 'Brown Pro' by Shinntype, and 'News Gothic' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, ui labels, dynamic, sporty, modern, confident, clean, forward motion, modern clarity, display impact, brand utility, oblique, geometric, rounded, slanted, compact.
A slanted sans with sturdy, even stroke weight and rounded, geometric construction. Curves are smooth and near-circular (notably in C, G, O, and S), while joins and terminals stay crisp and largely unadorned. The italic angle is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, giving a forward-leaning rhythm; counters remain open and legible, and the overall spacing feels balanced rather than tight. Numerals are clear and simple, matching the same rounded, streamlined drawing as the letters.
Works best for headlines, short bursts of copy, and display settings where the slant can add momentum—such as sports branding, event graphics, tech marketing, and UI labels or buttons. It can also serve for subheads and concise informational text when a modern, energetic voice is desired.
The overall tone is energetic and contemporary, with a forward motion that reads as active and purposeful. Its strong, clean shapes convey confidence and clarity, leaning toward a sporty, tech-adjacent feel rather than a formal or bookish one.
The design appears intended to deliver a clean, modern sans voice with built-in motion from its oblique stance. It prioritizes strong silhouettes, smooth geometry, and straightforward readability for contemporary branding and display use.
Capitals present a stable, signage-friendly silhouette, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, single-storey feel where visible (e.g., a and g) that reinforces informality and speed. The diagonal emphasis in letters like N, V, W, and X strengthens the sense of motion in word shapes.