Ryosuke Kawamura– Author –
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“Tools Built to Last” and “Experiences That Make You Want More”—How Has Keyboard Sales in Japan Changed?
This is a column. On April 22, 2026, Diatec Corporation, a long-established keyboard brand, suddenly announced its closure. The news trended on X and was met... -
DIGIART launches the group buy for Keyreative KAP Capo-Soda keycaps
On April 24, 2026, DIGIART announced on its official X account that it had launched a group buy for the "Keyreative KAP Capo-Soda" keycap set. https://twitte... -
Lofree Hyzen Short Review: A Striking Presence with Outstanding Design
Lofree Hyzen launched on Kickstarter on April 23, 2026. In April 2026, I had the opportunity to try Lofree's new keyboard, the "Hyzen." Since much of the dis... -
Changes and improvements from the Lofree Hyzen prototype
On April 23, 2026, Lofree Hyzen launched on Kickstarter. The product was previewed at the "Lofree Shinagawa-Popup" held on 3/28, and details were explained a... -
NocFree announces expected Giteki certification for JIS layout model; keycap legends also updated
On April 22, 2024, NocFree announced that it is proceeding with obtaining the necessary certifications for the Japanese market for its split low-profile keyb... -
zFrontier has “Knob1” by Work Louder in stock. The official site still lists it as a pre-order.
This might be a great chance for those who've been wanting one...? We've confirmed that the "Knob1" input device by Work Louder is now in stock at zFrontier.... -
Chosfox teases new mini keyboard. Next move in the Geonix lineup draws attention
On April 22, 2026, Chosfox mentioned a new mini keyboard on their official X account. https://twitter.com/chosfox43661/status/2046870745566114070 The post st... -
Cerakey Unveils New “Ice Crystal Glaze” Ceramic Keycaps
On April 22, 2026, Cerakey revealed the "Ice Crystal" collection of ceramic keycaps on their official X account. https://twitter.com/CerakeyOfficial/status/2... -
Keychron’s Differentiation Strategy Revealed Through the K3 Max SE
Keychron is known for its rapid product release pace, launching dozens of new keyboards each year. On April 10, they released the "Keychron K3 Max SE." https... -
Keychron K1 Max Retro JIS Adds Silent Red Switches, Expanding Low-Profile Mechanical Options
On April 10, 2026, Kopek Japan, Keychron's official distributor in Japan, updated their official X account to announce the addition of a "Silent Red Switch" ... -
Omnitype’s “Bauer 65” GB Continues. Classic Teal Color Orders Reopened
On April 10, 2026, Omnitype updated its official X account, announcing that orders for the popular "Classic Teal" color of the BAUER 65, currently in group b... -
Rabbit0 starts domestic sales of MACHINA; pre-orders now open for the highly design-forward “Overture 2”
On April 10, 2026, Rabbit0 announced via its official X account that it has become the official authorized distributor in Japan for Sydney-based keyboard bra... -
AULA launches six JIS-layout keyboard models for the Japanese market | A full-scale rollout with big-box retail distribution in mind
AULA has released six JIS-layout keyboard models for the Japanese market starting April 7, 2026. According to PR TIMES, they’re set to roll out at select maj... -
Did Keychron really “open-source” it? Breaking down what it means to publish design files
Keychron has released the hardware design files for its keyboards and mice. The announcement says it includes 640+ production CAD files across 83 models, in ... -
JezailFunder Japan starts selling new “Kiri (MIST)” switches｜A silent linear co-developed with Kailh
On April 11, 2026, Jezail Funder Japan posted on its official X account to announce the start of sales for its new key switch, “Kiri (MIST).” https://twitter...
