Sans Normal Rikem 1 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s, packaging, posters, apps, signage, friendly, playful, casual, approachable, hand-drawn, approachability, informality, soft geometry, human touch, rounded, soft, open, bouncy, quirky.
A rounded, monoline sans with softly tapered terminals and gently irregular curves that suggest a hand-drawn construction while remaining clean and consistent. The forms favor circular bowls and open apertures, with modest contrast created by slight stroke modulation at joins and ends rather than true thick–thin structure. Capitals are simple and geometric with softened corners, while the lowercase shows a compact x-height and clear, airy counters; spacing feels even and readable in continuous text.
Well suited to children’s materials, casual branding, packaging, and posters where a friendly, approachable voice is needed. It can also work for UI labels or lightweight signage at larger sizes, where the rounded forms and open counters remain clear.
The overall tone is warm and informal, with a lighthearted, personable rhythm that feels more human than mechanical. Its soft curves and slightly bouncy structure give it an inviting, conversational character suited to friendly messaging.
The design appears intended to blend simple geometric skeletons with a hand-made softness, delivering a clean sans that feels personable and non-technical. It prioritizes approachability and clarity over strict neutrality, aiming for an informal, modern look.
Distinctive details include rounded dots on i/j, single-storey a and g, and numerals with smooth, open shapes that keep a consistent color in text. The glyphs avoid sharp angles where possible, and diagonals (like in A, V, W, X, Y) are softened to match the curvy bowl-heavy design.