On April 7, 2026, KIBU Corporation updated its official X account to announce the restock of the “SmackApe IMPACT 80 JIS,” a mechanical keyboard featuring an 80% TKL Japanese layout.
Currently, three models are available on the product page, each priced at 13,900 yen (tax included).
- Mist/Frost Switch/FR4 Plate (Ultra Model)
- Forest/Frost Switch/FR4 Plate (Ultra Model)
- Black/Frost Switch/FR4 Plate (Ultra Model)
Kailh Frost Blue Switch Specifications
- Type: Linear
- Actuation Point: 2.0±0.4mm Stroke: 3.6±0.4mm
- Initial Actuation Force: 45±8gf
This product was first released on December 15, 2025.
It is the Japanese layout version of the ANSI layout model that was released earlier on July 22, 2025. Despite its affordable price, it offers exceptional value with features including keymap customization, tri-mode connectivity, gasket mount construction, and PBT doubleshot keycaps.
The spacebar size is 3.75u.
- Original publication date: April 8, 2026
- Last updated: April 8, 2026
- Research method: Official social media posts
- Source: https://x.com/KIBUJP/status/2041446209429410249
- Conflicts of Interest: Product Offering: None Monetization Link in this paper: None
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