Serif Normal Kawa 6 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literature, academic, classic, formal, literary, refined, authoritative, text elegance, print tradition, editorial clarity, literary tone, bracketed, hairline, oldstyle figures, bookish, crisp.
A refined serif with pronounced stroke contrast, delicate hairlines, and bracketed wedge serifs. The proportions feel traditional and text-oriented, with moderate counters and a steady rhythm that holds together in paragraph settings. Curves are smooth and slightly calligraphic in stress, while terminals and serifs taper cleanly for a crisp, engraved-like finish. Numerals appear as oldstyle figures with varying heights and lively shapes, reinforcing a classic, editorial texture.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as book interiors, literary publishing, and editorial layouts where contrast and classic serif detailing are desirable. It also works for headings, pull quotes, and formal brand or institutional collateral when a traditional, dependable voice is needed.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, leaning toward book typography and established print conventions. It conveys composure and authority without looking heavy, giving text a poised, literary voice suited to considered reading.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that delivers an established, bookish color on the page while remaining elegant enough for larger sizes. Oldstyle numerals and finely tapered detailing suggest an emphasis on typographic tradition and comfortable editorial rhythm.
The lowercase shows a conventional two-storey a and a single-storey g, and the italic is not shown—everything presented reads as roman. Capitals are elegant and reserved, with a stately presence at display sizes, while the fine hairlines suggest best results with adequate size and printing/screen conditions.