Sans Normal Kikoh 5 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Tisa Sans' and 'FF Tisa Sans Paneuropean' by FontFont (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, friendly, lively, informal, approachable, contemporary, warm modernity, casual emphasis, readable display, oblique, humanist, rounded, open counters, soft terminals.
A rounded, oblique sans with smooth, continuous curves and softly finished terminals. Letterforms lean consistently to the right, with generally open apertures and generous counters that keep the texture airy. Strokes stay fairly even, with subtle modulation only where curves transition into straights, giving the face a steady rhythm rather than a sharp calligraphic feel. Proportions are compact but not condensed, and the overall color reads dark and solid at display sizes without feeling rigid.
Well-suited to branding and marketing materials that need a warm, contemporary voice, as well as headlines and short editorial callouts where the oblique stance can add momentum. It can also work on packaging and signage when an approachable, modern tone is desired, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The tone is friendly and energetic, with a casual, conversational feel driven by the steady slant and rounded shaping. It suggests modern informality—more personable than technical—while remaining clean enough for everyday communication.
The design appears intended to blend clean sans simplicity with a more personable, dynamic italic posture. Its rounded construction and open shapes aim for easy recognition and a friendly presence, while the consistent slant adds emphasis without relying on sharp details.
The alphabet shows a cohesive slant and curvature across capitals, lowercase, and figures, producing a slightly bouncy, active line when set in text. Curved characters (C, G, S, O) emphasize smooth geometry, and the numerals follow the same rounded, forward-leaning logic for consistent typographic color.