GIZMART (hereinafter referred to as GIZMART), an online store operated by Mediagene Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and CEO: Motoko Imada ), a group company of TNL Mediagene (NASDAQ: TNMG), is pleased to announce that the total amount of crowdfunding purchases for its first project, the trackball device Keychron Nape Pro (hereinafter referred to as Nape Pro), jointly developed with global keyboard brand Keychron, has exceeded 200 million yen as of today, Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
After crowdfunding for Nape Pro began on Thursday, November 20, 2025, support grew rapidly, surpassing 100 million yen on Friday, November 21. Support has continued to grow since then, with total purchases exceeding 200 million yen as of today, and the number of purchasers currently exceeding 15,542.
■ Background to the rapid growth of the project
Nape Pro is Gizmodo Japan editorial department, and was commercialized in collaboration with the global keyboard brand Keychron.
Its unique feature is that it allows intuitive cursor control without removing your hands from the home position, and it attracted a lot of attention when a prototype was exhibited at the 2025 Tokyo Game Show.
This project was also launched as the first step in the "GIZMART" online store, which delivers products selected by the editorial team, and has attracted attention as an initiative that brings together media and development.
Due to these factors, the project has received a lot of support even before its release, leading to rapid success.
■ Thank you to all our supporters Our
achievement of surpassing 200 million yen this time is thanks to the accumulated support of everyone who has placed their hopes in Nape Pro. We would like
to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who has supported us in various ways, such as by purchasing the product, sharing it on social media, and spreading the word.
The crowdfunding campaign is scheduled to run until 11:59 PM on Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
We will continue to strive to create products and provide information that will satisfy our backers.
■Discount Period Notice
Currently, we are offering the following discount plans.
Please note that the "Super Super Early Bird" plan, which offers the highest discount rate, will be available until December 14th (Sunday), and from December 15th (Monday) onwards, the "Super Early Bird" price will apply.
[Super Super Early Bird]
Period: Thursday, November 20, 2025 to Sunday, December 14, 2025, 11:59 PM
Discount rate: 18% to 20%
[Super Early Bird]
Period: Monday, December 15, 2025 to Wednesday, December 31, 2025, 11:59 PM
Discount rate: 13% to 15%
■Project Overview
Project name: "Just attach it to your keyboard. Nape Pro trackball that changes the way you think about home position"
Project URL: https://costory.jp/cf-published-sku-groups/1254312814
Project period: November 20, 2025 9:00 PM to December 31, 2025 11:59 PM
Sales price: From 9,832 yen (tax included, shipping not included)
*Manufacturer: Keychron
Sales: Keychron's official Japanese distributor, Copec Japan Co., Ltd.
Sales location: GIZMART (available within the online store " CoSTORY ": https://costory.jp/)
Delivery schedule: Scheduled to be delivered sequentially from April to May 2026
*There is no limit on sales quantities
*Discount rates vary depending on the purchase period
■What is GIZMART
is a media-linked online store that sells products curated by the editorial department of technology and gadget media " Gizmodo Japan
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, please visit
: 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 keyboards, combining functionality, design, and customizability, and are highly regarded by keyboard enthusiasts around the world.
About Gizmodo Japan :
Gizmodo 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 review content by editorial staff discussing the appeal of products, developer interviews, and technology commentary.
Site 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
Economic media for the millennial generation , technology and product information media " Gizmodo Japan Business Insider Japan , a community and media " Mashing Up " Udofunding Service " We operate a total of 17 brands of 14 media for target communities, such as Machi-ya Commerce
https://www.mediagene.co.jp/
[Inquiries regarding this matter]
Mediagene Corporation Public Relations Department
https://www.mediagene.co.jp/contact
