Distressed Gomu 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Swiss 721' by Bitstream; 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types; 'Helen Bg' by HS Fonts; 'Astaneh' by Si47ash Fonts; and 'Nimbus Sans Chinese Simplified', 'Nimbus Sans Japanese', 'Nimbus Sans L', and 'Nimbus Sans Thai' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, branding, headlines, labels, handmade, playful, rustic, casual, friendly, add texture, humanize type, evoke print, casual display, rounded, soft, inked, textured, imperfect.
A rounded sans with monoline strokes and softly squared terminals, rendered with an intentionally rough, inked texture. Counters are open and generous, and the letterforms keep a simple, geometric skeleton with slightly irregular curves and stroke edges that suggest worn printing. Spacing and proportions feel relaxed, with a tall lowercase that stays highly legible while retaining hand-made variation across forms.
This font suits short to medium-length text where texture is part of the message—posters, packaging, labels, and branding that want an organic, printed feel. It works especially well at display sizes where the rough edges and ink wear can be appreciated without sacrificing readability.
The overall tone is approachable and informal, with a crafty, DIY character that feels warm rather than aggressive. The distressed surface adds a tactile, analog quality that reads as authentic and slightly whimsical.
The design appears aimed at delivering a clean, friendly sans foundation with an added layer of analog distress, mimicking imperfect inking or screen/letterpress wear. It balances everyday legibility with a crafted surface to help modern layouts feel more tactile and human.
Capitals are straightforward and blocky, while the lowercase introduces more personality through rounded joins and subtle asymmetries. Numerals follow the same soft, sturdy construction and pick up the same mottled texture, keeping a consistent stamped/printed look across the set.