Script Kobun 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: wedding, invitations, branding, packaging, certificates, elegant, romantic, formal, vintage, luxurious, elegance, ornamentation, formality, display, swashy, flourished, calligraphic, refined, high-contrast.
This typeface is a formal, slanted script with dramatic thick–thin modulation and smooth, pen-like curves. Capitals are generously swashed, with looping entry strokes, tapered terminals, and occasional interior counters that feel engraved or copperplate-inspired. Lowercase forms are narrow and compact, with a notably small x-height and tall ascenders/descenders that create a lively vertical rhythm. Stroke endings are sharp and hairline-fine, and overall spacing feels slightly variable, giving the line a hand-rendered cadence while maintaining consistent calligraphic structure.
Best suited for short, prominent text where its swashes and contrast can be appreciated—wedding suites, event stationery, boutique branding, perfume or confectionery packaging, and formal announcements. It also works well for headlines, monograms, and nameplates, especially when paired with a restrained serif or sans for supporting copy.
The overall tone is refined and ceremonial, with a romantic, old-world polish. Its high contrast and ornate capitals suggest luxury and tradition, while the flowing italic movement keeps it expressive and personal. The impression is classic and dressy rather than casual.
The design appears intended to evoke classic calligraphy and engraved script traditions, prioritizing elegance, flourish, and a premium feel. Its compact lowercase and expressive capitals suggest an emphasis on display use over long-form reading.
At larger sizes, the hairlines and delicate joins read cleanly and showcase the flourish work; in smaller sizes, fine details may become subtle and the tight x-height can reduce quick readability. Numerals follow the same calligraphic logic, with slanted forms and tapered strokes that harmonize with the letterforms.