About Typeji
Studio
Typeji is a New York–based independent type foundry founded by TienMin Liao. The studio is dedicated to creating and publishing versatile typefaces. Drawing inspiration from historical specimens to experimental forms, its library spans clean geometric grotesques, editorial serifs, and expressive display fonts.
About TienMin Liao:
TienMin studied type design at Cooper Union in New York and has collaborated with foundries such as Commercial Type, Sharp Type, and Colophon, as well as agencies like Pentagram, Wieden+Kennedy, Wolff Olins, BUCK, Prophet, Elmwood, Kontrapunkt, and Siegel+Gale. TienMin also has served on the juries of major design competitions, including TDC 71, TDC Ascenders, and the ADC Awards.
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Multilingual
Each Typeji font is designed with broad linguistic support in mind. All include Latin Extended‑A as standard. Every Latin typeface is also developed alongside Kanji/Hanzi prototypes, enabling cohesive bilingual pairing across writing systems and visual tone.
Objects
To explore typography beyond the screen, the studio releases small-batch physical editions (including sticker sheets, pins, booklets, etc.) that translate the studio's working vocabulary into physical form.
Commissions
Alongside the Typeji font library, the studio also takes on custom commissions and type-related work, including:
○ Logotype refinement
○ Wordmark optimization
○ Fully bespoke type systems for branding projects
Services are available for both global identity systems and language-specific adaptations, such as:
○ Latin script extension
○ Logotype localization for East Asain Markets
○ Hanzi/Kanji lettering
Contact
If you have questions about licensing, pricing, or technical matters, feel free to reach out to: abc@typeji.com
Licensing
Licensing Overview
Typeji’s licensing philosophy centers on clarity, fairness, and responsible use. Fonts are not sold outright—instead, we offer perpetual, non-transferable licenses that grant users long-term rights to use the fonts in specific ways, as defined in the invoice and any relevant license addenda (Desktop, Web, App, Logo/Wordmark).
Licenses are priced based on company size, measured by total staff headcount. This structure helps ensure appropriate scale of use while keeping licensing straightforward and predictable.
We’re happy to customize licenses for specific use cases or scale with your growth. If you’re unsure what kind of license you need, feel free to get in touch—we’re happy to help.
Licensing Structure
Typeji’s license structure is modular, anchored by a EULA Base and supplemented by distinct addenda for different use cases: Desktop, Web, App, and Logo/Wordmark. Each addendum defines its own terms—such as user count, web domains, app downloads, or trademark registration—and must be selected and licensed separately.
Trial Fonts
Trial Fonts Overview
Thank you for your interest in our typefaces! Trial fonts may be used for testing, student projects, or private client proposals. The trial package includes the entire library, provided in OTF format, marked “Trial” and featuring a limited character set:
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
0123456789.,:;…!¡?¿-–—_‚„“”‘’«»‹›"'@%
For any other use beyond initial evaluation, please purchase the appropriate license. Best of luck with your project!
Download Trial Fonts
FAQ
Licensing
What is a font license?
A font license lets you use a font in specific ways—you don’t actually own the font. It’s a one-time payment for ongoing use, with no recurring fees. If your usage grows, you might need to upgrade your license. All licenses are worldwide and never expire.
Who is the licensee?
The licensee is the person or company granted the right to use the fonts under the license. Only the licensee may use the fonts in accordance with the terms of the license. If you’re buying a license for a client, your client—not you—should be listed as the licensee. For example, if a logo you designed using our trial font is approved, your client will need to license the font.
Where do I find the font licensing agreements?
You can find the full licensing terms on this page, or download a PDF version here.
What license do I need if I use your font to design a logo?
A Desktop license covers logo design and use. The organization that owns the logo needs to purchase the license. If the logo will be registered, a separate Logo license is required.
Can I modify the letterforms to create a logo?
Yes! You can modify the outlined letterforms in design programs (like Illustrator or InDesign) for your logo. You cannot modify the font software files (OTF, WOFF2).
What kind of license do I need to create social media posts?
A Desktop license covers social media posts.
I’ve purchased a single style before. Can I get a discount if I upgrade to the full family?
Yes! Just email us your invoice and we’ll help with the upgrade.
General
Can I get a refund if I change my mind?
Sorry, no. All font license purchases are final.
Do you offer a student discount?
Yes! Students can use trial fonts for “school projects” with attribution (please credit Typeji Foundry, e.g., @typeji). For commercial use, students can get a 50% discount on full fonts—just email us with a valid student ID and your school email.
Do you offer trial fonts?
Yes! You can download them here.
Can I modify your fonts?
No, you can’t edit the font files / font software(OTF, WOFF2). But you can modify the outlined letterforms in design programs like Illustrator or InDesign. If you’re interested in customizing our fonts, feel free to get in touch.
What does Typeji mean?
Typeji comes from “Type” and the character 字 (pronounced “Ji” in Taiwanese), which also means “type.”
Why do some fonts have version names?
Version names indicate that a font family is still growing. New versions may be released over time, and customers who purchased earlier versions will receive future updates.
Kanji/Hanzi
Is the Kanji/Hanzi prototype included in the font?
No, it’s not included. But if you want to create a logo, show titles, or game titles using the prototype style, you can license a small character set. Feel free to email us with your request.
Why are they called prototypes?
They’re called prototypes because they include a very limited set of characters and mainly showcase the style. They’re not meant for daily use, which would require thousands of characters.
How much does it cost to commission a Chinese/Japanese logo in the prototype style?
It depends on usage, timeframe, design requirements, and project complexity. Feel free to get in touch.
What is CJK type?
CJK refers to Chinese, Japanese, and Korean type. Here are some great articles about it from Google Knowledge.
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