Global Creativity Unlocked: Monotype Launches Japanese Monotype Fonts Platform
Press Release
Press Release
Global Creativity Unlocked: Monotype Launches Japanese Monotype Fonts Platform
- New release delivers access to 430+ Japanese font families, empowering brands to create consistent, culturally relevant design worldwide.
- Expands typographic variety for global enterprises, enabling more expressive and localized brand experiences.
WOBURN, Mass., September 4th, 2025 – Monotype Imaging Inc., a global leader in type design and font technology, today announced the release of the Japanese version of Monotype® Fonts, its enterprise font management platform. The update gives creative teams and enterprises around the world easy access to premium Japanese typefaces alongside Monotype’s global library of Latin and multilingual fonts.
With this release, Monotype Fonts has now expanded its support for Japanese designers and global customers who require authentic Japanese typography for brand expression, digital products, and marketing.
“As brands operate across more markets, design teams need seamless access to authentic and culturally relevant fonts,” said Togo Sanai, COO for Monotype Japan. “The release of the Japanese version of Monotype Fonts makes it easier for global enterprises to build consistent, creative, and culturally meaningful brand experiences that resonate both in Japan and worldwide.”
Key Highlights of Monotype Fonts (Japanese Version)
- Global reach: Over 250,000 fonts from 4,500+ foundries, supporting 300+ languages
- Extensive collection of Japanese typefaces: 430+ Japanese font families, including premium fonts such as Shorai® Sans, Tazugane®, and the Tsukushi® family, alongside typefaces from Fontworks, adopted by 93% of Japan’s broadcasters and game studios
- Bi-script flexibility: New Japanese-Latin font sets for bi-script environments designed for global branding needs
- Web performance: Optimized Japanese web fonts extract only necessary characters, ensuring fast site load speeds without compromising brand identity
Why It Matters for Enterprises
- Global consistency: Manage Japanese and Latin fonts in one platform for unified branding
- Creative speed: Simplify designer workflows with integrated tools and AI support
- Performance assurance: Deploy Japanese web fonts that preserve identity while meeting SEO and performance demands
A Rich Library of Iconic Typefaces
Monotype Fonts brings together renowned Japanese families such as Shorai® Sans, Tazugane®, and Tsukushi®, with globally recognized Latin fonts including Neue Helvetica®, Gotham®, and Futura®. This combination ensures that creative teams can deliver brand experiences that are both locally authentic and globally consistent.
Availability
The Japanese version of Monotype Fonts is available now through Monotype KK in Tokyo. Enterprises, agencies, and design teams can learn more at:
https://www.monotype.com/ja/fonts
About Monotype
Monotype creates brands that people connect with through type and technology. The Monotype Fonts library includes more than 250,000 fonts from 4,500+ designers and foundries. We work with global brands and creative professionals to simplify design workflows and deliver consistent, beautiful brand experiences.
Further information is available at www.monotype.com. Follow Monotype on X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Media Contacts
Global: Charlotte Simcock
Head Corporate Communications & PR for Monotype – Global
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Japanese Market: Monotype KK
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