Free Font Friday: Murecho
by admin | February 17, 2022
In addition to the three Japanese writing systems, Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji, Murecho also supports Latin, Cyrillic, and Greek, making it extremely flexible. For typefaces that span multiple languages, utility tends to be the primary design concern, so in Murecho’s case, its lack of strong character allows it to transition more easily between its various character sets.
Beyond just the versatility found in its large collection of characters, over 2000 of which belong to the Joyo Kanji set, Murecho also has variable weight, so it can be custom-tailored to fit any use case. For those who like to keep things simple, there are 9 static weights that will cover the majority of applications. If you’re in the market for a Noto Sans alternative, Murecho presents a fairly robust offering.
You can find Murecho for free here.
Taylor is a concept artist, graphic designer, illustrator, and Design Lead at Weirdsleep, a channel for visual identity and social media content. Read more articles by Taylor.
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