Sans Normal Kiday 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Qubo' by Hoftype; 'Fact' by ParaType; 'Clear Sans Screen' by Positype; 'Core Sans N', 'Core Sans N SC', and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core; and 'Kobern', 'Nuber Next', and 'Regan' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, sporty, urgent, modern, assertive, dynamic, speed emphasis, modern utility, display impact, brand clarity, slanted, clean, geometric, rounded, compact.
A slanted sans with sturdy, low-contrast strokes and broadly rounded bowls. Curves are smooth and elliptical, while terminals are clean and unadorned, creating a crisp silhouette. Uppercase forms feel compact and slightly condensed in impression, with straightforward construction and minimal modulation. Lowercase keeps a simple, contemporary skeleton with single-storey-style shapes where visible (e.g., a), and the numerals match the same rounded, no-nonsense geometry for consistent color in text.
Well-suited to headlines, posters, and promotional graphics where a fast, contemporary voice is desired. The sturdy construction and clean shapes also make it a good fit for branding and packaging, particularly for athletic, tech, or event-driven visuals that benefit from a sense of motion.
The overall tone is energetic and forward-leaning, with a brisk, action-oriented rhythm. It reads as modern and utilitarian rather than expressive or decorative, conveying confidence and momentum in headlines and short bursts of copy.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, modern sans that emphasizes speed and impact through a pronounced slant and compact, rounded geometry. It prioritizes clarity and punch in display sizes while maintaining a cohesive, no-frills texture in short text runs.
The italic angle is strong enough to be immediately noticeable, giving lines of text a continuous directional flow. The combination of heavy strokes and smooth curves produces high visual presence and solid word-shape cohesion, especially in mixed-case settings and tight headline layouts.