Cursive Sobun 1 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, social posts, posters, headlines, greeting cards, friendly, playful, casual, handmade, warm, handmade charm, approachability, casual emphasis, display impact, brand warmth, rounded, bouncy, brushy, chunky, soft terminals.
A compact, brush-like handwritten script with thick, rounded strokes and softly tapered terminals. Letterforms lean mostly upright with a bouncy baseline and variable character widths that create an easy, organic rhythm. Curves are full and slightly irregular in a natural way, with simplified joins and occasional partial connections that suggest quick, confident writing rather than formal calligraphy. Counters are generally tight and apertures are modest, giving the face a dense, inked-in texture at display sizes.
This font works best for short to medium display text where its brush texture and bouncy rhythm can be appreciated—such as packaging, invitations, greeting cards, café or boutique signage, and social media graphics. It can also serve as an accent typeface alongside a cleaner sans for supporting copy.
The overall tone is approachable and upbeat, with a chatty, handcrafted feel. Its rounded forms and lively rhythm read as informal and personable, suited to lighthearted messaging and everyday warmth rather than ceremony or strict minimalism.
The design appears intended to capture a bold, marker-and-brush handwriting look that feels friendly and immediate, prioritizing personality and visual charm over strict uniformity. Its proportions and stroke fullness suggest a focus on attention-grabbing titles and branded phrases with a handmade touch.
Uppercase forms are simplified and rounded, pairing comfortably with the lowercase’s script motion. Numerals follow the same brushy construction and soft endings, keeping a cohesive, handmade texture across the set.