Serif Normal Onhi 5 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Acta Pro' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book jackets, posters, branding, classic, authoritative, literary, formal, editorial impact, classic authority, print tradition, bracketed, oldstyle, sculpted, crisp, robust.
A robust serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and sharply cut, bracketed serifs. The letterforms show a traditional, slightly oldstyle structure: round characters have a gentle, organic swelling, while verticals feel strong and steady. Counters are moderately open for the weight, and terminals tend to be crisp and wedge-like, giving the face a sculpted, ink-on-paper presence. Uppercase proportions are sturdy and compact, and the numerals and lowercase maintain a consistent, conventional rhythm suited to text and display settings.
Well suited to editorial headlines, magazine and newspaper styling, book jackets, and other typographic applications where a traditional serif voice is desired. It can also serve in branding and packaging that benefits from a classic, established tone and a strong, confident typographic presence.
The overall tone is classic and authoritative, with a distinctly editorial flavor. Its sturdy construction and crisp finishing details evoke traditional book typography and established print institutions, reading as dependable, formal, and a bit emphatic.
The font appears designed to deliver a traditional serif reading experience with extra weight and contrast for emphasis, aiming for a polished editorial character that performs especially well in titles and prominent text.
The design balances strong color on the page with recognizable, conventional shapes, making it feel familiar rather than experimental. Curved letters and diagonals carry noticeable contrast that adds polish at larger sizes while retaining a solid footprint in heavier settings.