Zen Antique
Zen Antique is an antique-style Japanese font by Yoshimichi Ohira in which kana and Latin are slightly lighter than the kanji, for a distinct rhythm. Its Latin is a dark, classic serif in one weight for titles.
- Designed by
- Yoshimichi Ohira
- Category
- serif
- Styles
- 1 weight
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Zen Antique FAQ
Is Zen Antique free for commercial use?
Yes. Zen Antique is released under the SIL Open Font License via Google Fonts, so it's free to use in commercial projects, on websites, in apps, and in client work.
Is Zen Antique on Google Fonts?
Yes — Zen Antique is available on Google Fonts and can be added to any project with a single <link> tag or @import statement.
How do I download Zen Antique?
You can download Zen Antique for free directly from Google Fonts. Use the download button at the top of this page to grab the latest version.
What fonts pair well with Zen Antique?
Zen Antique pairs beautifully with a contrasting typeface — pair a display or heading font with a neutral body font for the strongest hierarchy. Scroll down to the "Font Pairings" section on this page for curated, ready-to-use combinations that work well with Zen Antique, or open any pair in the Fontpair Playground to preview it live with your own copy.
What is Zen Antique best used for?
Zen Antique is a serif typeface. It works well for editorial layouts, long-form reading, and elegant brand systems.