Calligraphic Ashi 2 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, signage, gothic, circus, playful, retro, quirky, display impact, handcrafted feel, vintage poster, dramatic flair, chiseled, angular, faceted, notched, wedge-serifed.
A very heavy display face with compact proportions and a lively, slightly irregular rhythm. Strokes are built from faceted, chiseled-looking shapes: many terminals end in sharp wedges or small triangular notches, creating a cut-paper or carved-wood feel. Curves (like C, O, S, and 8) are chunky and rounded but often interrupted by angled cuts, while verticals stay firm and upright. The lowercase shows strong personality with simplified, bulbous bowls and distinctive entry/exit cuts; counters are tight and the overall color is dense, emphasizing silhouette over interior detail.
Best suited to large sizes where the faceted terminals and notched cuts can read clearly—posters, event titles, product packaging, storefront or menu signage, and punchy brand marks. It can also work for short pull quotes or section headers when a bold, vintage display voice is needed.
The tone is theatrical and attention-seeking, blending old-world poster energy with a handcrafted, slightly mischievous charm. Its sharp wedge details add a dramatic, gothic-adjacent edge, while the rounded weight and playful shapes keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears aimed at delivering a strong, decorative display presence that feels hand-cut and historically referential, using wedge-like terminals and carved geometry to create a memorable silhouette. The intention is impact and character first, with a cohesive set of signature cuts that signal craft and theatricality.
The set shows noticeable stylistic quirks across letters (especially in diagonals and terminal treatments), reinforcing a hand-made, sign-painter sensibility. Numerals are bold and graphic, with strong curvature and the same angled incisions, making them feel consistent in headlines and badges.