Slab Contrasted Kami 3 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, mastheads, labels, editorial, vintage, authoritative, industrial, utilitarian, space saving, headline impact, editorial tone, print character, strong presence, slab serifs, bracketed, condensed, vertical stress, high waistline.
A condensed slab serif with tall proportions, compact sidebearings, and sturdy, rectangular serifs that read as bracketed in many joins. Stems are firm and mostly straight, while bowls and shoulders stay tight, producing an economical, vertical rhythm. Contrast is noticeable but controlled, with heavier verticals and lighter connecting strokes, helping counters remain open despite the narrow build. Terminals are mostly blunt and squared, and the overall drawing favors crisp edges and consistent, no-nonsense construction across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
Works best for headlines and short blocks where its condensed width and emphatic serifs create impact, such as posters, editorial titles, book covers, and mastheads. It can also suit packaging or labeling that needs a compact, assertive typographic voice.
The font conveys an editorial, old-style utility—confident and slightly vintage, like letterpress-era display type refined for structured setting. Its narrow stance and emphatic slabs add a sense of authority and restraint, giving headlines a punchy, workmanlike tone without becoming decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-efficient slab serif with strong vertical presence and a traditional, print-forward character, balancing sturdy slabs with enough internal openness to keep condensed text readable at display sizes.
The sample text shows strong word-shape continuity at larger sizes, with dense texture and prominent verticals. Numerals and capitals appear particularly commanding, making the face feel well-suited to compressed settings where space is at a premium.