Makita Logo

A bold, slanted red wordmark composed of connected, lowercase script-style letterforms. The letters are thick with slightly tapered terminals and a forward italic angle that conveys motion; strokes join smoothly so the word reads as a conti...

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Red slanted connected script wordmark reading 'makita'.
Makita logo

About Makita

A bold, slanted red wordmark composed of connected, lowercase script-style letterforms. The letters are thick with slightly tapered terminals and a forward italic angle that conveys motion; strokes join smoothly so the word reads as a continuous, handcrafted mark.

The mark is flat (no gradients or outlines) and sits on a horizontal baseline. The overall look is strong and compact, with the letters tightly kerned and consistent stroke weight across the logotype.

Shapes: wordmark italic script connected letterforms horizontal layout

Style: bold script italic flat industrial

Text in logo: makita

The forward-leaning, connected script evokes speed, motion and durability—qualities associated with tools and equipment. The thick, uniform strokes suggest strength and reliability.

Colors

Extracted from the image. How we pick the colors →

Bright red
#D7262E · primary
White (background)
#FFFFFF · secondary
Deep red (accent/shadow)
#A71A1F · accent

Makita Logo History

Japanese manufacturer of power tools and outdoor equipment, widely known for corded and cordless tools used in construction, woodworking and DIY markets.

Frequently asked

What word is shown in the logo?

The stylized lowercase wordmark reads 'makita'.

What colors are used in this logo?

Primarily a bright red on a white background (flat color, no gradients).

What does the slanted style communicate?

The forward slant and connected script suggest motion, speed and robustness—attributes commonly associated with tool and equipment brands.

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