Slab Contrasted Onji 1 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, signage, retro, western, energetic, bold, playful, attention grabbing, vintage display, brand impact, poster utility, slab serif, ball terminals, ink traps, wedge cuts, high-ink.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with compact proportions and a punchy, condensed rhythm. Strokes are broadly weighted with noticeable internal shaping: counters are tight, joins are slightly pinched, and several letters show wedge-like cuts and notched intersections that create a chiseled, ink-trap feel. Terminals and serifs read as sturdy slabs with rounded inner corners, while curves (notably in S, C, G, and the numerals) are robust and slightly squashed, giving the whole face a dense, poster-ready texture. The lowercase has a single-storey a and g, rounded dots, and a lively mix of straight stems and swelling curves, maintaining a consistent, high-impact silhouette across the set.
Best suited to display use where density and personality are assets: headlines, posters, sports or event graphics, packaging titles, signage, and bold logotypes. It can work for short subheads or pull quotes when set with comfortable spacing, but it is visually strongest when allowed to stay large and punchy.
The overall tone feels vintage and assertive, evoking classic poster lettering and showcard typography with a hint of Western flair. Its exaggerated weight and notched details add drama and motion, making text feel energetic and attention-seeking rather than quiet or neutral.
The design appears intended as a high-impact display slab that prioritizes strong silhouettes and distinctive cut-in detailing for immediate recognition. Its angled stance and condensed build suggest it was drawn to convey speed and bravado while retaining a sturdy, blocky structure.
In text, the dark color and tight apertures create strong word shapes but can pack counters quickly at small sizes; it visually rewards generous tracking or larger settings. The distinctive cut-ins and slab terminals provide clear branding character, especially in capitals and numerals.