Calligraphic Fuma 1 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book titles, headlines, invitations, branding, posters, elegant, classic, literary, ornate, formal, expressive display, classical feel, calligraphic texture, decorative capitals, dramatic contrast, swashy, flourished, calligraphic, serifed, sharp.
A serifed, calligraphic display face with pronounced thick–thin modulation and a slightly irregular, hand-drawn rhythm. Strokes taper into fine hairlines and end in pointed, blade-like terminals, with occasional sweeping entry/exit strokes that create gentle swashes. Proportions are lively and somewhat variable from glyph to glyph, and the uppercase includes several extended arms and tails (notably in letters like Q, R, and Z) that add movement. Lowercase forms are compact with a short x-height, crisp serifs, and narrow joins, producing a textured line that reads best at larger sizes.
Best suited for display settings where its contrast and swash-like details can be appreciated: book and chapter titles, editorial headlines, event materials, invitations, and identity work that wants a classical calligraphic accent. It can also work for short pull quotes or packaging copy when set with generous tracking and comfortable line spacing.
The overall tone is refined and theatrical, evoking traditional calligraphy and old-world book typography with a touch of dramatic flair. Its sharp terminals and flowing strokes suggest ceremony and craft, balancing sophistication with an expressive, slightly whimsical energy.
This design appears intended to translate formal pen-calligraphy into a consistent typographic system, emphasizing dramatic stroke contrast, elegant serifs, and expressive uppercase flourishes for high-impact display typography.
The font shows strong silhouette character in the capitals, with prominent curves and occasional long, curling strokes that can affect spacing in tight layouts. Numerals follow the same high-contrast, tapered logic, with several figures featuring calligraphic hooks and angled stress that reinforce the formal, written feel.