Sans Normal Itmaw 5 is a very bold, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Rhode' by Font Bureau, 'Gremlin' by Hazztype, and 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, friendly, retro, punchy, sporty, impact, approachability, display clarity, retro flavor, brand presence, soft corners, rounded terminals, bulky, geometric, compact counters.
A heavy, expanded sans with rounded geometry and soft, slightly squared curves that keep strokes feeling sturdy and even. Letterforms show broad proportions, large footprints, and simplified construction, with smooth bowls and gently curved joins. Counters are relatively compact for the weight, while apertures stay clean enough to preserve legibility in the sample text. The overall rhythm is bold and blocky, with a consistent, uniform stroke presence across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited for headlines and short-to-medium text where impact is the priority—posters, branding wordmarks, packaging, and large-format signage. It can also work for attention-grabbing UI moments (banners, promos, category labels) when a friendly, bold voice is desired.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, with a confident, poster-like presence. Its wide stance and rounded shaping evoke a retro display sensibility while still reading as contemporary and uncomplicated. The voice feels energetic and friendly rather than formal or technical.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual presence through broad proportions and rounded, simplified forms. It prioritizes strong silhouettes and a smooth, friendly texture, aiming for clear readability at display sizes while maintaining a playful, retro-leaning character.
The lowercase follows the same wide, weighty logic as the capitals, creating a cohesive texture in paragraphs and headlines. Numerals match the alphabet’s broad proportions, giving figures the same chunky, graphic impact. The design favors strong silhouettes and even color, making it especially assertive at larger sizes.