Slab Contrasted Ohko 1 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, logos, playful, retro, chunky, quirky, industrial, high impact, distinctive texture, retro display, signage feel, stencil-like, notched, blocky, rounded, heavy.
A very heavy, block-built slab serif with rounded corners and prominent internal cut-ins that create a stencil-like, notched rhythm across the alphabet. Counters are compact and often shaped by horizontal “slots,” while curves are broad and simplified, giving bowls and terminals a soft, machined feel. The serifs read as bold, squared slabs integrated into the stems, with consistent weight distribution and clear, graphic silhouettes that hold up well at large sizes.
Best suited for headlines, posters, logos, and packaging where the heavy silhouettes and notched details can be appreciated. It can work well for signage and branding that wants a bold, characterful voice, especially at medium-to-large sizes where the interior slots remain clear.
The overall tone feels playful and retro, with a bold display attitude that recalls signage and mid-century novelty lettering. The repeated notches and slots add a mechanical, slightly industrial character, while the rounded forms keep it friendly and approachable. It projects confidence and humor more than refinement.
The design appears intended as a high-impact display slab that trades fine detail for strong geometry and a memorable, patterned texture. Its consistent notching and rounded block forms suggest a deliberate novelty approach aimed at creating instant recognition in branding and titling.
In text settings, the distinctive interior cut-ins become a strong identifying feature, creating a patterned texture line-to-line. Numerals follow the same chunky geometry and slot-like apertures, maintaining a cohesive, poster-ready presence.