WOBKEY Rainy 75 Pro JIS Review

Rainy fans, here we go!

Finally, the Japanese-language array is available.

WOBKEY Rainy75,” a high-end keyboard that has been a big hit not only in Japan but also all over the world, finally has a long-awaited Japanese layout model.

The heavy CNC aluminum alloy housing, meticulously calculated 5 layers of sound deadening foam, and a unique gasket structure allow users to enjoy the “rain-like keystroke sound” that has been the most distinctive feature of the product.

For Japanese people, it is not uncommon to want to type in the familiar Japanese layout.

This article looks at the true value of the Rainy 75 Pro JIS, which is incredibly complete at this price point.

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Price, sales format, and availability

• Availability: ★★★★★ (very easy to obtain as they sell stock)
• Price range: 27,720 yen (tax included)
• Form of sales: Normal sales
• Scheduled to be resold: Always sold in stock
• Where to get it: KIBU official store

WOBKEY Rainy 75 Pro JIS Specifications Overview

The Rainy 75 Pro JIS is compact with a 75% array and encompasses the specifications required of a high-end machine.

(data) item	Contents
Product name	WOBKEY Rainy 75 Pro JIS
brand	WOBKEY.
Domestic Sales	KIBU Shop
category	75% Mechanical keyboard (complete)
array (programming, programing)	Japanese Array (JIS)
Housing material	CNC aluminum alloy (with engraved rain cloud motif logo)
weight	(Stainless steel weights back)
inner structure	5-layer sound deadening foam / gasket construction with 14-grain cylindrical rubber parts
access method	3 modes (wired / 2.4G wireless / Bluetooth)
battery	7000mAh (Pro model: up to 900 hours of use)
keymap change	VIA compliant (requires import of .json files)
Main Features	Keystroke sound like rain, simple and luxurious design
Price	27,720 yen (tax included)

Review Environment

The review environment is as follows

• Connection environment: macOS
• Switch used: KAILH Cocoa Switch
• Layout: 75% Japanese layout
• Primary use: content writing (typing Japanese)

Evaluation of WOBKEY Rainy 75 Pro JIS keystroke feel and sound

WOBKEY Rainy 75 Pro JIS Attraction

The long-awaited Japanese layout provides a typing experience without switching costs.

After all, the most attractive feature of the Rainy75 Pro JIS is that it is a Japanese-language model.

The “Rainy75,” which became a big hit starting with Makuake, was an English sequence (ANSI).

Many people may have been attracted by its good looks, cosy appearance, and “rain-sounding typing sound,” but may have been put off by its “English layout.

However, this time Rainy75 is a “genuine Japanese sequence”.

Unlike the “fake Japanese layout” that is often seen, both the “RO (\_)” button and the “HANKAKU / FUZENKAKU” button are equipped, and there are no major differences from the Japanese layout that is normally used.

Many people may have made this decision and purchased the product.

Enjoy a new typing experience with a rain-like typing sound

Even with the Japanese layout, the “rain-sounding keystroke sound” is of course still present.

Five layers of sound deadening foam and a unique gasket structure with 14 cylindrical rubber parts holding the PCB in place thoroughly eliminate unwanted impact and noise during keystrokes.

This will allow you to enjoy a “new typing experience” that is both moist and soft, yet has a core.

In addition to this gasket-mounted structure, a slit (flex-cut) switch plate, Kailh key switch, and aluminum case can only be combined to produce a “rain-like” keystroke sound.

Heavy CNC aluminum alloy housing and sophisticated color choices

As mentioned earlier, the Rainy75 Pro JIS uses an “aluminum body”.

The only color variation available in Japanese is black, but the matte texture is extremely beautiful, and combined with the glass weight on the back, it has a very heavy and luxurious look.

This is an item that you can feel the pleasure of owning just by having it.

Physical weight makes typing more stable.

The Rainy75 Pro JIS weighs a whopping 2 kg.

Because of this weight, it is unlikely to move with typing.

Although not ideal for carrying around, the sheer weight allows for solid and stable typing.

Things to consider before purchasing WOBKEY Rainy 75 Pro JIS

Initial setup for customization (VIA) requires a bit of work.

This is due to the specification of the keymap modification web application called “VIA” that is used, but a dedicated keymap modification file called “.json” must be prepared in order to change the keymap.

Download JSON file and firmware ▷▷▷

The Vial and ZMK Studio systems do not require such files, and I had the impression that this was somewhat inconvenient for VIA adoption.

Too heavy to carry.

As reported earlier, the Rainy75 Pro JIS weighs approximately 2 kg.

It is not at all portable and would be difficult to carry and use.

Since it is almost a lump of metal, please be very careful as there is a high risk of injury if it is dropped and hits your body.

Cost-effective but expensive compared to typical keyboards

From a keyboard fan’s point of view, the fact that a keyboard with these specs can be purchased for this amount of money definitely gives a sense of “astonishing cosmetics”.

However, this is only the “enthusiast’s feeling,” and for those who generally type on keyboards on a regular basis, it is inevitable that they will still be seen as “expensive.

Most keyboards available at electronics retailers can be purchased for less than 5,000 yen, and even “high-end” keyboards from major mass retail brands can be purchased for less than 20,000 yen.

In such a general “Japanese-language keyboard in Japan” genre, it may be a product in a price range that is a bit difficult to afford.

Fewer color variations

Compared to the color variations of the Rainy75 with ANSI layout, the Japanese-language version has fewer color variations and is available in only one color.

Black is a definite color scheme, but some may say they wanted a “white model”.

Loud keystrokes require switch change for office use

Rainy75 is a keyboard that “enjoys” the feel and sound of typing, and is by no means a quiet typing keyboard.

Therefore, it is difficult to use them in the office as they are sold.

If you want to use them in your office, replace them with quiet switches.

WOBKEY Rainy 75 Pro JIS Review

Let’s take a look at the actual product.

It has a familiar pop exterior.

This molded logo is quite intriguing.

A specs sticker is securely attached to the side of the box.

Contents include the following

• Rainy75 Pro JIS main unit
• manual
• simplified manual
• Replacement keycap (control1.25u/Cmd1.25u/Opt1.0u)
• Spare key switches (3)
• Key Cap/Key Switch Puller
• 2.4GHz dongle
• USB cable (C to A)

Let’s take a look at the exterior.

It has a black machined aluminum case with black and gold printing on the alpha keys and gray and white printing on the mod keys.

There is the “half/full-width” key, which is indispensable for Windows users.

The horizontal shift of row Z is the same as for normal Japanese alignment.

The F rows are not jammed together, as is often the case with 75% layout keyboards, but are firmly independent of each other.

The devil’s gate for the 75% Japanese sequence is the lower right corner.

In order to co-locate the arrow key, right shift, and “ro”, it is inevitable that the right shift key is 1u size.

The space bar size is 3.75u, which is slightly less compatible with commercially available Japanese keycaps, but WoB keycaps will be able to support replacement except for the space bar.

Mac users may be able to replace the keycaps with the following arrangement.

The red of the keyswitch plate is faintly visible from different angles.

Let’s look at the sides as well.

The side looks as if it is divided into two sections: the base section and the keycap section.

It has a two-layered structure with a top frame and bottom case. The case itself is screwed in place, but the board is gasket-mounted.

It is a gasket-mounted structure, not a top-mounted structure.

There is only a USB port on the back and no slide switch.

It should be noted that the CapsLock key must be removed to turn the wireless switch on and off.

The typing angle is fixed at 6 degrees and there is no tilt leg.

The back is simply fitted with bar-type rubber feet and stainless steel weights.

The switch plate material is FR4 and is flex-cut.

The ANSI Lite version was made of PC material, but again, FR4’s flex-cut gives a strange “core but soft” feel to the keystroke.

The keyswitch uses Kailh Cocoa 45gf linear switches.

Let’s look at keycaps.

Homing key is bar type.

The key profile is Cherry, with different slopes for different rows.

The keytops are arched.

This is a type of keycap with hiragana legend.

The material is made of PBT, and a low, rumbling bass sound can be expected.

To my surprise, this is a double shot.

The Japanese layout differs from the English layout in that the printing of symbols, etc. differs significantly.

Therefore, it seems possible that the mold was created from a die for the Rainy75 Pro JIS.

summary

This is our review of the Rainy75 Pro JIS, which is now available in the long-awaited Japanese-language layout lineup.

The fact that only one coloring can be selected may be a bit of a turn-off for some tastes, but those who are into this keyboard are sure to love it.

If you are interested, please check out the official website.