Sans Normal Kemoh 13 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Motorway' by K-Type, 'Sharp Sans Condensed' by Monotype, 'Core Sans D' by S-Core, 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType, and 'Nu Sans' by Typecalism Foundryline (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, urgent, punchy, modern, headline, space saving, high impact, motion cue, display emphasis, oblique, condensed, heavy, compact, clean.
A compact, heavy oblique sans with tightly drawn proportions and rounded, smoothly joined curves. Strokes stay largely uniform, producing solid, blocky letterforms with minimal modulation and large areas of black. Apertures and counters are kept relatively small, and terminals are predominantly straight-cut, giving the design a clean, engineered feel. The oblique slant is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, creating a forward-leaning rhythm well suited to short bursts of text.
Best suited for headlines, posters, signage, and branding where a strong, condensed voice is needed. It works especially well for sports and event graphics, punchy packaging callouts, and short subheads that benefit from a forward-leaning emphasis.
The overall tone feels fast, assertive, and impact-driven, with a contemporary, sporty energy. Its dense texture and strong slant suggest motion and urgency, making it read as confident and attention-seeking rather than delicate or quiet.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space while projecting speed and strength. Its uniform stroke weight and clean construction prioritize bold legibility and a modern, utilitarian presence for display typography.
Numerals and capitals carry a strong, compact presence that maintains even color across a line. The italicized posture and tight internal spacing favor larger sizes where counters can breathe and letter shapes remain distinct.