The "N" signifies support for the JIS2004 standard, which includes updated glyph shapes for certain Japanese characters as officially revised by the government. Usage and Availability Hiragino Kaku Gothic ProN - Adobe Fonts

The family includes multiple weights, typically ranging from W0 to W9 . The "Std" (Standard) version often refers to the Adobe-Japan1-3 character set, covering over 9,000 glyphs.

: An updated version that includes thousands of additional glyphs and supports the JIS2004 standard , which includes modern Japanese era names like "Reiwa".

Supports the basic JIS X 0208 character set (approx. 9,354 glyphs).

: Ideal for books and magazines where a clean, "orthodox" letterform is required. Weights and Availability

It is characterized by spacious counters and the elision of certain decorative strokes (serifs) on the right side of characters, creating a lively, contemporary impression similar to Latin sans-serif faces.

The font features an "orthodox" letterform designed not to blur on digital screens while maintaining clarity when printed on paper.