Distressed Nibun 7 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, editorial, labels, vintage, rustic, hand-printed, gritty, folksy, aged print, handmade texture, vintage tone, authenticity, roughened, uneven edges, inked, textured, soft serifs.
A serif text face with deliberately roughened contours and slightly uneven stroke endings, as if printed from worn type or inked by hand. The letterforms are sturdy and readable, with modest stroke modulation and soft, bracket-like serif hints that feel blunted by texture. Curves and bowls show subtle wobble, and terminals often flare or taper irregularly, giving each glyph a lightly distressed silhouette while maintaining consistent spacing and a stable baseline. Proportions are fairly traditional, with a normal x-height and clear differentiation in key shapes like the two-storey “a” and “g.”
Well-suited for headlines and short-to-medium text where a vintage, tactile voice is desired—such as posters, book covers, editorial pull quotes, labels, and packaging. It also works for branding systems that want a traditional serif foundation with an intentionally worn, print-like finish.
The overall tone is aged and tactile—suggesting weathered paper, old posters, and imperfect presswork. It reads as approachable and human, with a handmade, analog grit that adds warmth while still feeling firmly rooted in classic serif typography.
The design appears intended to combine familiar old-style serif structure with an added layer of irregularity, evoking imperfect letterpress or aged printing without sacrificing legibility. The goal is to deliver a dependable text rhythm while injecting character through consistent edge wear and inky texture.
The distressing is applied consistently across caps, lowercase, and numerals, creating a cohesive texture that becomes more apparent at larger sizes. At smaller sizes the rough edges may visually thicken and soften fine details, so generous sizing and comfortable line spacing help preserve clarity in text settings.