Print Tama 5 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Inkwell' by Hoefler & Co. and 'Mancino' by JCFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids media, stickers, playful, friendly, bouncy, kidlike, casual, approachability, informality, display impact, handmade feel, rounded, chunky, soft, hand-drawn, inked.
A chunky, rounded display face with thick, blobby strokes and softly tapered terminals that feel marker- or brush-drawn. The letterforms are compact with slightly irregular curves and widths, giving a lively rhythm while staying consistently upright. Counters are small and often asymmetrical, and curves (like C, S, and G) lean into bulbous, organic shaping rather than geometric precision. Overall spacing reads generous for the stroke weight, helping maintain legibility despite the heavy forms.
Best suited for short-to-medium display settings where personality is the goal: posters, headings, packaging, labels, and playful branding. It also fits children’s content, crafts, and casual social graphics where a friendly hand-drawn voice helps the message feel approachable. Because of the heavy weight and tight internal spaces, it will perform better at larger sizes than in long body text.
The font projects an upbeat, approachable tone with a humorous, informal energy. Its soft, cushioned shapes and hand-made wobble suggest friendliness and spontaneity rather than refinement. The overall effect is warm and expressive, suited to lighthearted messaging.
The design appears intended to mimic bold hand-lettered print with a soft, cartoon-like presence, prioritizing charm and immediacy over strict typographic uniformity. Its consistent upright stance and simplified shapes suggest it was drawn to be easy to read while still feeling human and fun.
Distinctive, playful details show up in the rounded joins and occasional pinched transitions, while capitals remain simple and bold for impact. Numerals share the same puffy silhouette and are built for attention in short strings rather than dense tables.