Sans Normal Kirin 11 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'AG Book W1G' by Berthold, 'Surt' by Blaze Type, 'Realgar' by Emtype Foundry, and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' and 'TT Hoves Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, editorial display, confident, energetic, modern, friendly, punchy, impact, clarity, display, emphasis, oblique, rounded, clean, geometric, smooth.
A rounded sans with a pronounced oblique slant and hefty, even strokes, producing a smooth, low-contrast texture. Curves are generously circular (notably in C, O, Q, and the bowls of a, b, d, p), while joins and terminals stay clean and modern without decorative flaring. Proportions feel expansive and open, with broad counters and steady rhythm that stays consistent from uppercase through figures.
Works best for branding, advertising, posters, packaging, and hero text on web or mobile where bold, modern tone is needed. It can also serve UI accents, labels, and wayfinding-style callouts when used at medium to large sizes, where its open counters and rounded forms stay clear.
This typeface conveys a brisk, contemporary energy with a confident, forward-leaning voice. Its friendly roundness keeps it approachable, while the heavy presence and slanted stance add urgency and punch suitable for attention-grabbing messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact, highly legible messaging with a contemporary, rounded tone. Its oblique stance suggests motion and emphasis, making it well suited to headlines and short bursts of copy where immediacy and personality are desirable.
The numerals are sturdy and clear, with rounded shaping that matches the letterforms. The overall color on the page is dark and even, creating strong emphasis; the oblique angle adds dynamism without compromising the clean, geometric feel.