Slab Contrasted Ohwa 2 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Mint And Sage' by Attract Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, signage, retro, western, playful, chunky, poster, impact, nostalgia, display, branding, bracketed, rounded, ink-trap, soft corners, robust.
A heavy, display-oriented slab serif with chunky proportions and a softly sculpted, almost carved silhouette. Stems are broad and confident, with bracketed slabs that read as blunt yet slightly rounded at the corners. Curves and joins show gentle notches and small ink-trap-like cut-ins that add texture and help separate counters in dense black areas. The overall rhythm is compact and punchy, with large counters where possible and tight interior spaces where the weight swells.
Best suited to headlines and short, high-impact text where its weight and textured details can be appreciated. It works well for posters, event graphics, packaging, and branding marks that want a bold vintage flavor. For long passages at small sizes, the dense stroke weight and tight interior spaces may reduce clarity compared to lighter text faces.
The tone feels retro and characterful, blending old-time poster energy with a hint of Western saloon signage. Its exaggerated mass and playful details make it friendly and attention-seeking rather than formal. The texture suggests hand-influenced display lettering translated into a sturdy, typographic system.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a nostalgic display voice, using heavy slabs and sculpted notches to create a memorable, tactile look. It prioritizes silhouette, texture, and personality for standout typography in branding and promotional contexts.
The numerals and capitals carry strong, blocky silhouettes that hold up well at large sizes, while the lowercase maintains a consistent, stout presence with clearly differentiated shapes. The small notches and softened terminals create a distinctive surface texture that becomes more apparent as the size increases.