Cursive Tokiy 9 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, social media, posters, headlines, friendly, casual, playful, handmade, approachable, handwritten charm, casual clarity, expressive display, friendly tone, brushy, rounded, loose, bouncy, tall.
A lively handwritten script with a tall, narrow stance and a pronounced rightward slant. Strokes feel brush- or marker-like, with gently rounded terminals and subtle, natural-looking thick–thin modulation. Letterforms are simplified and open, with a bouncy baseline rhythm and slightly irregular widths that reinforce the hand-drawn character. Capitals are clean and upright in structure but maintain the same loose, drawn texture as the lowercase and numerals.
This font suits short-to-medium display text where personality matters: brand accents, packaging callouts, social graphics, invitations, quotes, and poster headlines. It can also work for subheads or emphasis within otherwise neutral typography, especially when a friendly, handmade note is desired.
The overall tone is warm and informal, suggesting quick, confident handwriting. Its narrow, energetic flow reads as cheerful and personable rather than formal, giving text a conversational feel. The slight irregularities and soft curves add charm and a crafted, human presence.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of handwritten lettering—quick, legible, and expressive—while staying consistent enough for repeated use across branding and promotional materials. Its tall proportions and smooth, rounded strokes aim to feel contemporary and approachable without becoming overly decorative.
Spacing appears moderately tight in running text, helping words hold together and enhancing the handwritten flow. Ascenders are notably tall and the x-height is relatively small, creating an elegant verticality even in casual settings. Numerals follow the same drawn logic, with rounded shapes and consistent slant for easy mixing with text.