Serif Normal Kana 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, literature, magazines, headlines, classic, literary, formal, refined, authoritative, readability, traditionalism, editorial tone, elegant text, bracketed, sharp, crisp, bookish.
This serif features pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp, tapered terminals and bracketed wedge-like serifs. Capitals are stately and well-proportioned, with a relatively low crossbar on the A and a traditional, open-bowled G. The lowercase shows a compact, text-oriented rhythm: two-storey a and g, a sturdy vertical stress, and slightly calligraphic joins that keep counters clear. Numerals match the text color well, with the 8 and 9 showing smooth, rounded bowls and pointed entry/exit strokes that echo the serif shapes.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books and essays, as well as editorial layouts where a classic serif voice is desired. It also works effectively for headings, pull quotes, and title treatments that benefit from a refined, traditional look.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, with a composed, authoritative presence typical of book typography. Its sharp serifs and high contrast lend a refined, slightly dramatic color that feels formal without becoming ornamental.
The font appears designed to deliver a conventional, highly readable serif texture with elevated contrast and crisp detailing, balancing elegance with the steady rhythm needed for continuous text.
The design maintains a consistent stroke logic across cases, with clean interior spaces and decisive terminals that help preserve clarity at larger text and display sizes. Curves are smoothly drawn and the serif treatment is consistent, giving paragraphs an even, disciplined texture.