Print Kigar 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, posters, packaging, headlines, stickers, playful, friendly, casual, whimsical, childlike, hand-drawn charm, friendly branding, playful display, casual readability, rounded, blobby, marker-like, soft terminals, uneven rhythm.
A rounded, heavy handwritten print with soft, blunted terminals and noticeably irregular stroke edges that mimic a thick marker or paint pen. Letterforms are simple and open, with generous counters and a relaxed, slightly bouncy baseline feel. Proportions vary from glyph to glyph, creating an organic rhythm; curves are full and somewhat lumpy rather than geometric, and joins look hand-drawn rather than engineered. Uppercase shapes are compact and sturdy, while lowercase forms stay clear and legible with a straightforward, single-storey feel where applicable.
Best suited to short headlines, captions, and display text where a friendly handmade tone is desired—such as children’s materials, playful branding, craft packaging, posters, and social graphics. It can also work for signage or labels when a welcoming, informal voice is more important than typographic precision.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a playful, doodled personality that feels informal and human. Its rounded weight and imperfect contours give it a lighthearted, kid-friendly voice without becoming overly messy.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of hand-drawn print lettering with a thick tool, prioritizing warmth, simplicity, and personality over strict consistency. It aims for easy readability while preserving the natural wobble and charm of casual handwriting.
Numerals and capitals maintain the same soft, marker-drawn character, with wide, rounded bowls and simple construction that reads well at display sizes. Spacing appears comfortably loose and forgiving, reinforcing the casual, handmade impression.