Serif Normal Ohkad 1 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, branding, packaging, traditional, authoritative, bookish, formal, stately, readability, tradition, print presence, editorial voice, bracketed, beaked, oldstyle numerals, ball terminals, robust.
A robust serif with bracketed, wedge-like serifs and a lively, slightly calligraphic stroke modulation. The letters show sturdy verticals and rounded joins, with subtly tapered terminals and occasional beaks (notably in forms like C and S). Lowercase proportions feel compact and readable, with a two-storey a and g, a moderately sized x-height, and gently rounded bowls that keep counters open. Numerals appear oldstyle, mixing ascenders and descenders for a text-centric rhythm.
Works well for editorial typography, book or long-form text, and display lines where a traditional serif voice is desired. The sturdy color and distinctive serifs also suit branding and packaging that aim for a classic, established feel, especially in titles, pull quotes, and short blocks of copy.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, evoking classic print typography with a confident, slightly editorial presence. Its weight and pronounced serifs give it a grounded, dependable voice suited to serious or heritage-leaning layouts.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional text serif with added firmness and presence, balancing readability with a more emphatic, print-forward weight. It emphasizes classic letterforms and familiar proportions while using strong serifs and rounded detailing to create a confident, enduring texture on the page.
Spacing and rhythm read even in paragraph settings, with strong silhouettes that hold together at larger sizes while remaining structured enough for continuous reading. The ball-like terminals and softened bracketing add warmth, preventing the heavy color from feeling overly rigid.