The Hiragino Sans W9 typeface is a specialized heavy-weight sans-serif font within the Hiragino font family . Designed by Jiyukobo Ltd. and sold by SCREEN Graphic Solutions Co., Ltd.
In Japanese typography, Kanji (characters) provide structure, while Hiragana provides flow. In W9, the Hiragana characters are distinctively rounded yet bold. They don't look squashed; they look assertive. This allows for headlines that feel friendly but authoritative. hiragino sans w9
It features slightly large letter faces and "tight counters" (the internal spaces of letters), giving it a traditional yet bright and contemporary feel. The Hiragino Sans W9 typeface is a specialized
It discarded the traditional, cramped look of old Japanese fonts for a more open, breathable design. Ltd. In Japanese typography