GIZMART, an online store operated by Mediagene Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Motoko Imada ), a group company of TNL Mediagene (NASDAQ: TNMG), is pleased to announce that its first project, a crowdfunding campaign for the trackball device Keychron Nape Pro (Nape Pro), developed in collaboration with global keyboard brand Keychron, began on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 9:00 PM, and has now exceeded 100 million yen.
The crowdfunding campaign began at around 9 PM on the 20th, and was live-streamed on the Gizmodo Japan YouTube channel, with over 1,800 simultaneous viewers. As of 8:30 AM on the 21st, the following day, it was confirmed that the project had reached 100 million yen in less than 12 hours. Thank you very much for your support of "Nape Pro."
Since the recent press release announcing the opening of GIZMART, we have received a large number of requests to our online store " CoSTORY ," where we are planning to open an application page, which has resulted in temporary connection issues. We sincerely apologize to those who applied from 9:00 PM on the 20th for the inconvenience caused with the membership registration and purchase process. We would like to offer our sincere apologies.
As of 8:00am on the 21st, access has stabilized and we can confirm that you can apply with confidence.
Details of the "Keychron Nape Pro", which is currently accepting crowdfunding, are provided below.
This product was created in collaboration with Keychron, originating from the "Nape" project, which was started as a personal development project by Koichiro Amitou of Gizmodo Japan editorial team.
As an innovative input device that allows intuitive cursor control without removing your hands from the home position, it received a great deal of attention when a prototype was exhibited at Tokyo Game Show 2025.
GIZMART will carry items that have not yet been released to the market, products that are making their first appearance in Japan, products that have been jointly developed, and other hot topics, as well as original products and selected products from the editorial department.In addition to regular online sales, we will also deliver products through crowdfunding and other sales methods.
■Project Overview
Project name: "Just attach it to your keyboard. Nape Pro, a trackball that changes the way you think about home positions"
Project URL: https://costory.jp/cf-published-sku-groups/1254312814
Project period: November 20, 2025, 9:00 PM - December 31, 2025, 11:59 PM
Sales price: From 9,832 yen (tax included, shipping not included)
*Manufacturing: Keychron
Sold by: Keychron Japan Authorized Distributor Copec Japan Co., Ltd.
Sales location: GIZMART ( Available at CoSTORY https://costory.jp/ )
Delivery schedule: Scheduled to be delivered sequentially from April to May 2026
* There is no limit to the number of items sold.
*Discount rates vary depending on the purchase period.
■Types of rewards
[Super super early bird discount]
Period: 2025/11/20~2025/12/14
Discount rate: 18%~20%
Plan 1
Keychron Nape Pro 1 piece (body: white, ball color: blue)
Plan 2
Keychron Nape Pro 1 piece (body: black, ball color: black)
Plan 3
1 Keychron Nape Pro (body: white, ball color: blue) + 1 additional trackball (silver)
Plan 4
1 Keychron Nape Pro (body: black, ball color: black) + 1 additional trackball (orange)
Plan 5
2 Keychron Nape Pros + 2 additional trackballs
*All product prices include tax.
■What is GIZMART?
GIZMART is a media-linked online store that sells products curated by the editorial department of technology and gadget media " Gizmodo Japan " from a unique perspective.
With the concept of being a "tech station supermarket just a step ahead" where all the things you want come together, the Gizmodo editorial team, who have come into contact with countless gadgets, will select only the products that they can confidently recommend.
Our editorial staff provide reviews and videos from the user's perspective, with the feeling that they are actually present as "salespeople."
Armed with relatable words and the reliability we have built up, we provide a satisfying purchasing experience.
GIZMART covers a wide range of genres, including gadgets, crafts, and design, and together with its reader community, will create a new form of Commerce that connects the media's "information dissemination power" with "manufacturing."
For more information about GIZMART, click here
https://www.gizmodo.jp/issue/gizmart
About Keychron
Keychron is a brand that specializes in the design and manufacture of high-quality keyboards and mice. To date, they have developed over 40 different keyboard models, which combine functionality, design, and customizability, and are highly regarded by keyboard enthusiasts around the world.
▼ About Gizmodo Japan
Gizmodo Japan is a technology media outlet that presents the novelty and context of products and experiences. Through product reviews, the latest news, and creator interviews, Gizmodo helps users discover new values. Additionally, the YouTube channel operated by Gizmodo distributes a wide range of videos, including product reviews by editorial staff, developer interviews, and technology commentary.
Website URL: https://www.gizmodo.jp/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/gizmodojapan
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gizmodojapan
X: https://twitter.com/gizmodojapan
About Mediagene Inc.
We operate a total of 17 brands, including 14 media outlets aimed at target communities, such as the economic media for millennials `` Business Insider Japan ,'' the technology and product information media `` Gizmodo Japan ,'' the community and media outlet `` Mashing Up '' that paves the way for an inclusive future, and the gadget-specialized crowdfunding service ` Machi-ya ,'' as well as three Commerce services.
[Inquiries regarding this matter]
Mediagene Corporation Public Relations Officer
https://www.mediagene.co.jp/contact
