Sans Normal Ohkam 9 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Hanley Pro' by District 62 Studio, 'Monto Grotesk' and 'Monto Screen' by Lucas Tillian, and 'SK Reykjavik' by Salih Kizilkaya (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, sturdy, modern, approachable, playful, impact, clarity, approachability, modern branding, display emphasis, rounded, soft corners, open apertures, geometric, high contrast counters.
A heavy sans with broadly rounded curves and softly squared terminals that keep the texture smooth and even. Letterforms lean geometric—rounds are close to circular, with wide counters and open apertures that help prevent clogging at display sizes. Strokes stay consistent through curves and joins, giving the face a clean, monoline rhythm, while details like the angled leg on R, the compact bowl/arm structures, and the sturdy diagonals in K/V/W add a utilitarian firmness. Figures are large and clear, with a simple, contemporary construction suited to prominent numeric settings.
This font is best suited to display typography where weight and rounded geometry can carry personality—headlines, posters, brand wordmarks, packaging, and short UI/marketing callouts. Its open counters and straightforward shapes also support clear numerals for badges, labels, and simplified data or price points.
The overall tone is confident and upbeat, combining a friendly roundness with a solid, no-nonsense presence. It reads as modern and accessible rather than formal, with a subtle playful energy that works well in attention-grabbing contexts.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact readability with a friendly geometric voice—balancing dense weight with open internal spaces and soft terminals for a contemporary, approachable look.
Round letters like O and Q are generously proportioned, and the Q tail is minimal and neatly integrated. Lowercase forms appear sturdy and compact, with a single-storey a and g that reinforce the casual, contemporary feel; the dot on i/j is square-ish and assertive, matching the overall blocky softness.