Print Rikin 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Flash EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Flash' and 'Okay' by Linotype, 'Flash SB' and 'Flash SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Falcon Pro' by SoftMaker, and 'Okay' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, social media, stickers, playful, friendly, casual, energetic, retro, handwritten impact, casual branding, expressive display, brushy, rounded, soft-edged, bouncy, chunky.
A heavy, brush-driven script with rounded terminals and thick, soft-edged strokes. Letters are forward-slanted with a bouncy baseline rhythm and subtly irregular contours that mimic marker or paint strokes. Forms are mostly open and generously spaced, with simplified counters and compact joins; some characters feel slightly narrower or wider, reinforcing a hand-drawn, variable rhythm. Numerals match the same chunky, rounded construction for a cohesive overall color.
Well-suited to short, high-impact text such as posters, splashy headlines, product packaging, and social media graphics where a bold handwritten voice is desired. It also works for logos or badges that benefit from a casual brush-script presence, especially when set with ample size and breathing room.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a lively, spontaneous feel that reads as informal and expressive. Its chunky brush shapes and slanted motion give it a youthful, sporty energy, while the rounded edges keep it friendly rather than aggressive.
The design appears intended to capture a bold, brushed handwriting look that feels quick and confident, prioritizing personality and motion over strict geometric precision. It aims to deliver strong visual impact with an informal, friendly tone for display-centric typography.
At larger sizes the stroke texture and swelling give strong personality; in smaller settings the dense black shapes and tighter counters may reduce clarity. The sample text shows good momentum in mixed-case words, with a consistent right-lean and a deliberately imperfect, handmade finish.