Sans Normal Obkih 9 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shelf' by 21Type, 'Oksana Sans Narrow' by AndrijType, 'FF Kievit' by FontFont, 'Whitney' by Hoefler & Co., 'Niko' by Ludwig Type, 'Andulka Sans' by Storm Type Foundry, 'Monsal Gothic' by The Northern Block, and 'Karmina Sans' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, stickers/labels, playful, punchy, friendly, cartoony, casual, impact, approachability, playfulness, informality, display, soft corners, bouncy rhythm, bulky, rounded, quirky.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact counters, smooth curve-to-stem transitions, and a slightly irregular, hand-set rhythm. Forms are broad and sturdy with softened terminals; joins and bowls feel inflated rather than mechanical. The lowercase shows a lively, uneven baseline and subtle variation in widths, with single-storey shapes (notably for a and g) and large, simple punctuation-like dots that read clearly at display sizes. Numerals and capitals keep the same chunky, rounded construction, prioritizing mass and legibility over fine detail.
Best suited to attention-grabbing headlines, posters, signage, packaging, and short bursts of copy where a friendly, high-impact voice is needed. It also fits playful branding for kids, entertainment, snacks, and event materials, and works well for logos and labels where bold silhouettes carry the message.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a comic, kid-friendly energy. Its bouncy spacing and slightly wobbly silhouettes give it an informal, handcrafted feel that reads as fun rather than corporate.
Designed to deliver maximum warmth and impact through inflated, rounded shapes and a deliberately casual rhythm. The letterforms emphasize approachability and character, aiming for quick recognition and a fun, energetic voice in display typography.
The weight and closed apertures make it strongest at medium-to-large sizes, where the rounded geometry and playful irregularities are most evident. In dense settings, the tight counters and heavy joins can visually thicken, reinforcing a bold, poster-like presence.