font_foundry: Nihon Literal

The category of font type is Kaisho-tai(square style), but it is a similar design to a textbook style with a delicate control over the sharpness of Kaisho-tai. Kanais designed somewhat larger for better line...

Gothic in a contemporary style designed with a broad skeleton. Considering line alignment, we have aimed for a sense of harmony in both vertical and horizontal typesetting…

It is a font based on characters called “Kanteiryu,” which were used in the Edo period for signboards and the rankings of actors in stage performances such askabukiandjoruri. While inheriting the culture of “Kanteiryu,”...

It is a font based on “yose-style characters” used in entertainment during the Edo period for signboards and the rankings of rakugo performers and flyers to attract customers. Kanji in the original yose-style characters...

Although it is an orthodox semi-cursive script, Kana is designed to be somewhat larger for better line alignment and is tailored to both horizontal and vertical typesetting. Bold can be selected for the subheading,...

With an attractive hand-penned style featuring a natural balance between kanji and kana, characters are perfectly aligned whether typeset vertically or horizontally. Leave plenty of space between lines for the best effect…

The Socho (Song Dynasty-style) typeface is based on a style used for woodblock printing in Song-period China. The SEIBI Socho typeface updates the Song style by making it simpler and sharper. With minimized size...

Originally intended for TV captions, this is a flattened style of font for horizontal typesetting. Although it can be used in vertical typesetting, this universal-design font maximizes legibility by directing the eye naturally along...

An orthodox clerical script typeface featuring the flattened characters and sweeping brushstrokes typical of the clerical style. Characters are designed with minimal size variations for smooth alignment and readability both in vertical and…

Designed for the covers of children’s literature and picture books, this is a freehand-style, rounded gothic typeface that conveys warmth and softness. It has also been sold as a font for use in game...