40% Keyboard Kit “Minimi40 by Keebibi” Launches Domestic Group Buy on DIGIART

Sanyo Godo announced the start of group buy (joint purchase) of the 40% layout mechanical keyboard kit “Minimi40 by Keebibi” in Japan on its own e-commerce site “DIGIART”.

Group Buy for Minimi40 by Keebibi, a 40% layout mechanical keyboard kit: https://t.co/rfcgNCXpfP#Keebibi #DIGIART #MechanicalKeyboard

– DIGIART (formerly NuPhy Japan) (@digiart_m) November 14, 2025

Applications will be accepted from Friday, November 14, 2025 at 18:00 until Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 23:59.

The GB page is already available and the two main variations available for purchase are as follows

• Hot-swappable/wireless PCB: ¥23,100 (tax included)
• Hot-swappable/wired PCB: ¥20,460 (tax included)

Note that keycaps and key switches are not included in the standard kit and must be prepared by the customer.

As for keycaps, the ” PBS Crispin Minimi40 Keyset ” is available as an option, and as for keyswitches, they can be purchased on the DIGIART website.

We’ll get into color variations and PCB types later.”

Use coupon code “ryo10” for 10% off.

What is Minimi40?

The Minimi40 is a 40% custom mechanical keyboard designed by designer Keebibi.

This layout is popular in the homebrew keyboard community, but compared to a typical keyboard, it has no number lines and the right side of the layout is greatly reduced.

It is characterized by a “minimalist layout that achieves both space-saving and portability by reducing the number of keys to the minimum necessary,” and as such, when compared to regular keyboards, it is best to purchase based on the “layering concept.

The top cover is removable, so-called “bento box style”.

When the lid is removed, it can be used as a wrist rest.

If you are using a tall CherryMX Switch, using a palm rest will reduce the strain on your wrist, but it will increase your luggage if you have to carry it around.

In this regard, the Minimi40 would be very convenient because it can carry a set of palm rests as well.

Minimi40 has the following features

1. ultra compact 40% layout

The Minimi40 has an “ultra compact” layout.

As mentioned at the beginning of this section, you have to pay the switching cost of “restriction for small size (layered input method),” but the main feature is that the space occupied in the depth direction is small, making it easy to install next to a notebook PC or on a narrow desk.

It is a keyboard that “looks good” when used on the go or with mobile applications.

2. two types of Lowe staggered/ortholithic sequences are supported

The Minimi40 offers two layout options depending on the PCB.

• Lowe staggered arrangement with general key step displacement
• Straight rows in an orthogonal array

Although the DIGIART website refers to it as a “staggered array,” we refer to it as a “row staggered layout” in accordance with its common name.

Each board supports multiple layouts, and Lowe Staggard also offers a choice of two split space bar sizes, as well as a 6.25u size regular standard space bar.

It is also attractive to be able to switch between 1.25u and 1.0u for the part that corresponds to the right shift.

For the linear layout, the center space bar can be switched to a 2u-1x1u layout.

Another major attraction of the PCBs is that they can be used in Japan with confidence, as they include PCBs that are compatible with wireless connectivity and have acquired technical certification.(Certification number: R018-180280)

The wired and wireless PCBs are configured with ZMK and may have keymap modification by ZMK Studio or other means.

Type (Model)	Price (tax included)
Wireless support / Staggered array / Hot-swap PCB	9,130 yen
Wireless support / Orthorectified array / Hot-swap PCB	9,130 yen
Wired connection supported / Staggered array / Hot-swap PCB	¥7,370
Wired connection supported / Orthorectified array / Hot-swappable PCB	¥7,370
Wired connection supported / Staggered array / Solder PCB	¥6,490
Wired connection supported / Orthorectified array / Solder PCB	¥6,490
Wired connection supported / EC / Staggered PCB	9,130 yen
Wired connection supported / EC / Orthorectified PCB	9,130 yen
Fly Daughter Board (Fly DB)	1,386

• Please note that soldering is required to install the key switch when solder PCB is selected.
• Key switches on EC (capacitance non-contact switch) compatible boards are designed to be compatible with Naevies switches.
• EC switches are not handled by DIGIART.
• The plate is compatible with Cherry MX /Naevies.
• The basic set includes a daughter board. The board does not function by itself, but as a set with a daughter board.

3. available in a wide variety of colors, and only the case itself can be purchased

Minimi40 offers a choice of five different case colors.

The case itself is also available separately as an optional stand-alone purchase: 3,850 yen (including tax) for the top cover (lid) and 5,610 yen (including tax) for the bottom case, respectively.

The top cover comes with a silicone ring for stacking on the bottom case.

The case itself is not machined aluminum, but injection molded plastic resin (ABS + PBT).

Size (with top cover): 246.6 mm × 94.2 mm × 43.8 mm
Size (without top cover): 246.6 mm × 94.2 mm × 25 mm

4. Hybrid structure mount and a choice of plate materials

Minimi40 supports two mounting methods.

• Leaf spring (slightly elastic keystroke feel with plate spring)
• Tray-mounted (screwed to bottom case for tight typing feel)

In addition, a variety of optional switch plates are available, so you can combine your preferred keystroke feel as you wish.

raw materials	Explanatory image	keystroke impression	Price (incl. tax)*
aluminum (Al)	Metal plate with high rigidity and solid keystroke sound	Stiff, little bounce	¥5,610
FR4	FR4 plate with PCB material system and slightly milder key feel	Standard, bounce is standard	¥3,850
POM	POM plate for soft and moist keystroke feel	Soft, low bounce	¥4,730
PC	Transparent resin-based PC plate that looks great	Soft, bounce is standard	¥4.730

5. A full line of keycaps and other accessories

In addition to the dedicated keycap, Minimi40 offers a variety of other options to choose from.

• Exclusive keycap set ¥6,138(tax included)
• Exclusive pouch ¥2,266(tax included)
• Strap ¥1,210 (tax included)

Use coupon code “ryo10” for 10% off.

List of Major Specifications

(data) item	Contents
Product name	Minimi40 by Keebibi
Case Material	ABS + PBT
Manufacturing Method	Injection Molding
Mounting Structure	Leaf spring + tray mount hybrid
Battery capacity	1000mAh (wireless model only)
Typing angle	0° (with attached rubber feet)
Dimensions (with cover)	246.6 × 94.2 × 43.8 mm
External dimensions (without cover)	246.6 × 94.2 × 25 mm
Recommended keycap maximum height	Approx. 17 mm
Wireless Authentication	Technical certification obtained (R018-180280)
producing country	China
designer	Keebibi

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Group Buy Overview

• Acceptance period: November 14, 2025 (Fri.) 18:00 – December 3, 2025 (Wed.) 23:59
• Scheduled to begin shipping sequentially from the second quarter of 2026 onward.
• Sales site: DIGIART official website (operated by Sanyo Godo Kaisha)

Due to the group buy format,

• Possibility of cancellation of the project itself due to manufacturing or procurement reasons
• Delay in shipping time due to mass production schedule or logistics conditions

The press release also notes the possibility of such events as the following.

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Summary｜How about taking this opportunity to debut 40%?

The 40% layout keyboard remains a niche category in Japan, though,

• Case-integrated top cover
• Wireless PCB with technical certification
• Lineup of PCBs compatible with EC switches

There are not yet many examples of combining these elements into one kit.

For users looking for a “40% keyboard you can take with you,” or for builders who want to try both staggered/autolonics, this could be a pretty interesting option.

Use coupon code “ryo10” for 10% off.

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English Summary

SANYO LLC has opened a Japan domestic group buy on DIGIART for Minimi40 by Keebibi, a portable 40% keyboard kit with a detachable “bento-box Orders run Nov 14 (18:00 JST) – Dec 3, 2025 (23:59 JST), with shipping slated to begin from Q2 2026. Buyers can choose hot-swap PCBs in either staggered or ortholinear layouts, including a wireless, Japan-certified model (R018-180280) built on The ABS+PBT injected case comes in White, Black, Sage Green, Lavender, and Pink, and supports leaf -spring or tray mount with swappable plates (Aluminum, FR4, POM, PC). Base kits start at ¥20,460 (wired) or ¥23,100 (wireless); switches and keycaps are sold separately, with optional PBS Crispin sets. Use code ryo10 for 10% off.

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