Sans Normal Kaban 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'JAF Bernini Sans' by Just Another Foundry and 'NuOrder' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, energetic, confident, sporty, modern, direct, emphasis, impact, clarity, momentum, oblique, rounded, compact, sturdy, clean-cut.
The design is a heavy, oblique sans with smooth, round construction and minimal stroke modulation. Curves are broad and full, terminals are clean and largely sheared to match the slant, and counters stay fairly open for the weight. Proportions are compact and sturdy, with a strong baseline presence and a steady, even rhythm in text.
It suits branding moments that need punch—headlines, promo graphics, packaging callouts, and signage where a bold, fast-leaning voice helps. It also works for UI accents, labels, and short editorial elements where a compact, high-contrast-in-size presence is more important than long-form comfort.
This typeface feels energetic and forward-moving, with a sporty, poster-ready confidence. The consistent slant and hefty strokes give it an assertive, modern tone that reads as practical rather than delicate or ceremonial.
The font appears designed to deliver emphasis quickly, pairing a strong weight with an oblique stance to suggest speed and urgency while remaining straightforward to read. Its rounded geometry and simplified detailing support consistent rendering across headlines and short blocks of copy.
Letterforms show a clear, unified slant across capitals, lowercase, and figures, with round bowls (e.g., O/0/8) and sturdy diagonals (e.g., V/W/X) that reinforce a cohesive, modern silhouette.