GIZMART, an online concept shop directly operated by Gizmodo Japan and operated by Mediagene Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Motoko Imada ), a group company of TNL Mediagene (NASDAQ: TNMG), is pleased to announce that the total purchase amount for the crowdfunding campaign for the Keychron Nape Pro, a device jointly developed with global keyboard brand Keychron as its first project, has exceeded 300 million yen
Sales for this project ended on Wednesday, December 31, 2025
*This image is based on information posted as of January 9, 2026
Nape Pro is a trackball device that originated as a personal development project by Gizmodo Japan editorial staff member and was commercialized in collaboration with Keychron
It features a design that allows intuitive cursor operation without removing your hands from the home position on the keyboard, and was developed as an input device that aims to achieve both work efficiency and comfort
■About the project results
Crowdfunding for this project began on Thursday, November 20, 2025, and within 12 hours had already reached a total purchase amount of 100 million yen and 7,444 purchasers. Support continued to grow, and by the end of the sales period on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, had reached 23,602
The results of this project, which received a great response, demonstrated the potential for the new shopping experience that GIZMART is aiming for
▼Project page
https://costory.jp/cf-published-sku-groups/1254312814
■ New initiatives through live Commerce
In addition to traditional crowdfunding initiatives, this project also implemented live Commerce initiatives in which members of Gizmodo Japan editorial team directly explained the product's development background and user experience
In addition to text and video reviews, this initiative expanded contact with users by communicating the value of the product through real-time dialogue
At GIZMART, we are exploring the nature of Commerce , which takes advantage of the unique communication methods of this media and edits the purchasing experience itself
■ Future developments of GIZMART
Starting with this project, GIZMART will continue to develop Commerce projects based on the editorial department's perspective
The second wave of products will see the launch of the new generation of smart glasses, StarV Air2, on Thursday, January 15th. The third wave will see the launch of the MAGIC MIC III, a headset microphone from Belfida, a brand developed by Move Inc
As an online concept shop directly operated by Gizmodo Japan , which will celebrate its 20th anniversary on July 31st this year, we will continue to create valuable experiences that will spark new trends in the industry by combining the discerning power of media with Commerce
▼About GIZMART
GIZMART is an online concept shop directly operated by Gizmodo Japan Gizmodo Japan 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, Gizmodo Japan 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 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/
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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.
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