Sans Other Nozu 9 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, event flyers, game titles, playful, quirky, comic, rowdy, hand-cut, expressiveness, impact, handmade, novelty, humor, angular, blocky, irregular, jagged, cartoonish.
A heavy, angular sans with chunky, cut-paper geometry and deliberately uneven contours. Strokes are built from straight segments with frequent hard corners, producing chiseled counters and notches rather than smooth curves. The baseline and cap alignment feel loosely controlled, with subtle tilts and shifting widths that create a bouncy rhythm across words. Counters are small and squarish, and many joins show abrupt direction changes that emphasize a rugged, hand-made silhouette.
Best suited for short-form display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, event flyers, and expressive title treatments where a loud, hand-cut aesthetic is desirable. It can also work well for logos or badges that need a playful, rebellious edge, especially when set with generous spacing and ample size.
The overall tone is mischievous and energetic, with a comic, cutout feel that reads as informal and attention-seeking. Its irregular rhythm and jagged shapes suggest DIY poster lettering, evoking a playful, slightly chaotic voice rather than a refined or technical one.
The design appears intended to mimic improvised, hand-cut or cartoon block lettering, prioritizing character and impact over strict regularity. Its exaggerated angles, compact counters, and uneven rhythm aim to deliver a bold, humorous presence in display typography.
In the text sample, the dense black mass and tight inner counters make the face most effective at larger sizes, where the distinctive cut angles and quirky proportions can be appreciated. The variable letter widths and uneven internal spacing contribute to an intentionally rough texture that becomes a key part of its personality.