Serif Normal Kagu 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This serif typeface shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp, bracketed serifs and smooth, gently tapered joins. Capitals are stately and well-proportioned, with a traditional roman construction and clear vertical stress in the round letters. Lowercase forms are compact and steady, with a two-storey “a,” a two-storey “g,” and sturdy stems that keep the texture even in running text. Numerals follow the same old-style-inspired, serifed construction, maintaining the same contrast and rhythm as the letters.
Well-suited to body text in books, essays, and editorial layouts where a traditional serif voice is desired. It can also support headlines and subheads in magazine systems, and works for identity applications that call for a classic, established feel.
Overall, the design conveys a classic, literary tone—measured and authoritative rather than decorative. The sharp finishing and high contrast add a sense of refinement, while the familiar proportions keep it grounded and readable.
The letterforms suggest an intention to provide a conventional, dependable roman for continuous reading, combining familiar proportions with a more refined contrast and crisp detailing to elevate the tone in print-like settings.
Spacing appears moderately tight and consistent, producing a cohesive text color in paragraphs. Diagonals (V, W, Y, and K) are clean and decisive, and the punctuation in the sample reads clearly at text sizes without looking overly heavy.