Sans Contrasted Jiki 10 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, branding, packaging, fashion, dramatic, refined, modern, distinctiveness, display impact, editorial tone, luxury feel, graphic contrast, high contrast, sharp terminals, calligraphic stress, triangular joins, crisp edges.
A high-contrast display sans with sculpted, flared strokes and sharply cut terminals. The forms lean on large, round bowls and strong vertical stems, with frequent triangular notches and wedge-like joins that create a carved, chiseled rhythm. Counters tend to be generous and clean, while diagonals and junctions (notably in V/W/X and k) show thin hairline strokes against heavy main strokes, emphasizing a crisp, graphic silhouette. Overall proportions feel expansive and headline-forward, with a consistent upright stance and a lively interplay of thick-and-thin throughout the alphabet and numerals.
Best suited for large-size typography such as headlines, magazine spreads, posters, and brand marks where the extreme contrast and carved terminals can be appreciated. It can also work for packaging and campaign graphics that want a modern, high-fashion voice; for smaller text, the hairline strokes suggest using it sparingly and with ample size and contrast.
The font projects an editorial, fashion-forward tone—dramatic and polished rather than neutral. Its sharp cuts and pronounced contrast add a sense of luxury and intensity, making text feel deliberate and styled, with a slightly theatrical edge.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary display voice built on dramatic stroke contrast and sculptural, cut-in detailing. It aims to stand apart from neutral sans styles by adding a distinctive faceted rhythm and a refined, editorial presence.
Lettershapes show a recurring motif of sheared corners and pointed inner joins, giving many glyphs a distinctive faceted character. Numerals and capitals appear particularly suited to display settings, where the hairline details and wedge terminals remain clear and expressive.