Calligraphic Fumi 10 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book titles, headlines, posters, invitations, brand marks, classical, literary, ceremonial, refined, storybook, display emphasis, classical flavor, handmade texture, formal tone, dramatic contrast, flared serifs, calligraphic, bracketed serifs, tapered terminals, angular strokes.
This typeface presents a calligraphic serif construction with pronounced stroke modulation and sharp, wedge-like serifs that often flare and taper. Letterforms show a slightly irregular, hand-drawn rhythm: curves and joins vary subtly, and terminals finish with pointed or swept ends rather than uniform slabs. Proportions lean broad in the capitals with generous inner spaces, while the lowercase keeps a notably low x-height and lively ascender/descender movement. Overall spacing and widths feel intentionally uneven, reinforcing an organic texture while keeping the letters upright and clearly structured.
It’s well suited to display applications such as book or chapter titles, editorial headlines, theatrical or event posters, and formal stationery like invitations and certificates. The expressive contrast and flared serifs also make it a strong choice for branding where a traditional, crafted impression is desired, especially in logos or short wordmarks.
The tone is formal and old-world, evoking printed classicism with a human, pen-made character. It feels literary and ceremonial—more like a crafted title face than a neutral text workhorse—bringing a sense of tradition, drama, and refinement.
The design appears intended to blend classical serif proportions with calligraphic stroke behavior, creating an upright display face that feels both traditional and hand-rendered. Its high contrast, sharp serifs, and variable rhythm suggest a focus on character and presence over strict uniformity.
Distinctive moments include the strongly modeled caps (notably the round forms like O and Q), an energetic ampersand style in the sample, and numbers with calligraphic curvature and pointed finishing strokes. At larger sizes the sharp serifs and contrast read crisp and decorative; at smaller sizes the delicate hairlines and irregularities may become more prominent.