Serif Humanist Ohga 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, packaging, branding, invites, old-world, literary, handcrafted, warm, whimsical, warm readability, handmade character, classic tone, literary texture, bracketed, flared, organic, texty, quirky.
A warm serif with calligraphic, old-style proportions and gently irregular detailing. Strokes show moderate modulation with softened joins, subtly uneven curves, and bracketed, lightly flared serifs that feel cut by hand rather than mechanically constructed. The uppercase has a classical stance with open counters and slightly varied widths, while the lowercase is compact with a short x-height and lively ascenders/descenders. Overall spacing and rhythm read as text-oriented but with enough idiosyncrasy in terminals and curves to give it a distinct, handcrafted texture.
It suits book interiors, long-form editorial, and cultural or historical-themed materials where a warm, traditional voice is desirable. It can also work well for packaging, boutique branding, and invitations that benefit from a classic serif with a handcrafted edge, especially at text to small display sizes.
The font conveys an old-world, storybook tone—literary and approachable rather than formal or austere. Its small quirks and softened edges introduce a gently whimsical, human presence, evoking printed pages, craft, and traditional signage without feeling overly decorative.
The design appears intended to blend readable old-style structure with visible hand influence, creating a familiar serif texture while retaining personality. Its proportions and modulation suggest an aim toward comfortable reading with a subtly expressive, artisanal finish.
Round letters keep generous, open interiors, while diagonals and verticals carry mild tapering that helps maintain an even color in running text. Numerals follow the same calligraphic logic, with modest modulation and slightly varied silhouettes that support a traditional, bookish feel.