Print Ligoh 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: quotes, packaging, posters, social media, headlines, casual, friendly, playful, handmade, lively, handwritten warmth, casual legibility, space-saving display, brushed, rounded, monoline, bouncy, quirky.
A compact, right-slanted handwritten print with smooth, rounded stroke endings and an overall monoline feel. Letterforms are tall and streamlined, with tight internal spacing and a gently bouncing baseline rhythm created by varied extenders and uneven optical widths. Curves are softly drawn and slightly irregular, while straights have a brush-pen looseness that keeps the texture organic. Capitals are narrow and upright in structure but maintain the same informal, hand-drawn modulation as the lowercase; numerals follow the same simple, rounded construction.
Well-suited to informal display settings such as posters, short headlines, quotes, packaging callouts, and social graphics where a friendly handwritten voice is desired. It can also work for light editorial accents or UI labels when a compact, casual tone is needed and line lengths are kept moderate.
The font reads as personable and spontaneous, like quick marker lettering for notes, menus, or labels. Its narrow, energetic rhythm and mild irregularities add charm and approachability, giving text a conversational tone rather than a polished, corporate one.
Likely designed to emulate quick, legible hand lettering with a brush/marker character—prioritizing warmth and immediacy over rigid uniformity. The narrow proportions and consistent slant suggest an aim to stay space-efficient while still feeling expressive and personal.
Distinctive handwritten details—such as hooked terminals, simplified joins, and small variations in character width—create an authentic, human cadence. The narrow set and lively slant make it especially expressive in short phrases and stacked lines where a compact footprint is useful.