Hiragino Sans TC is built on a design concept that prioritizes a "modern and bright" feel while maintaining an orthodox structure. Unlike standard neo-grotesque fonts that can appear rigid, Hiragino features . Its horizontal strokes are slightly thinner than its vertical ones, a nuance that mimics the natural pressure of a calligraphy brush.
Apple fell in love with Hiragino for its Japanese interface. By 2007, all Japanese Macs used "Hiragino Kaku Gothic" as the default. However, Apple needed a solution for Traditional Chinese users who were dissatisfied with the existing default, "LiHei Pro"—a font that felt dated and too heavy. hiragino sans tc