Author Topic: What keyboard would you pick up if you traveled to Japan? (Read 21841 times)

CephalicCarnage · « **on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 16:07:03 »

May have a chance to travel to Japan a bit later this year and was wondering which keyboards everyone here would want to buy?

I'd like to get a general idea of what to be looking for, and I'd really hate to miss some real gems just because I didn't know to look for them.

lootbag · « **Reply #1 on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 16:08:53 »

BUHAHAHA.
Realforce ilovex edition
It is a MUST buy!
Don't hate.

reaper · « **Reply #2 on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 16:11:10 »

How about a G-Tune RealForce..

http://www.g-tune.jp/products/solution/1010_masterpiece_keyboard/

I sure would like to get my hands on one. lol

Superfluous Parentheses · « **Reply #3 on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 16:52:00 »

Quote from: lootbag;306370

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BUHAHAHA.
Realforce ilovex edition
It is a MUST buy!
Don't hate.

If that's a real realforce, I'd agree. I like ugly & quirky. If there were pink HHKBs, I'd already have one.

lootbag · « **Reply #4 on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 18:55:56 »

Quote from: Superfluous Parentheses;306400

If that's a real realforce, I'd agree. I like ugly & quirky. If there were pink HHKBs, I'd already have one.

It's real: http://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B00401W92W/

I agree, electric colors are the best.

Magna224 · « **Reply #5 on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 19:01:00 »

Cherry g80-3494

I have always wanted one!

keyboardlover · « **Reply #6 on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 19:05:07 »

Probably a white Realforce 87U. They're Hawt.

noodles256 · « **Reply #7 on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 19:05:41 »

Quote from: reaper~;306372

How about a G-Tune RealForce..

http://www.g-tune.jp/products/solution/1010_masterpiece_keyboard/

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I sure would like to get my hands on one. lol

i think that would look pretty sick with clear keycaps

lootbag · « **Reply #8 on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 19:15:44 »

Quote from: ripster;306472

And why buy ANSI? - it's like going to France and eating at McDonalds.

I have to agree with this one.
You have to bring home some JDM goodness.

wanabe · « **Reply #9 on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 20:45:41 »

I'd keep it simple and get an 87U...the experience is in the switches, the layout makes it functional for me

Twitchy · « **Reply #10 on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 20:57:27 »

Quote from: lootbag;306370

BUHAHAHA.
Realforce ilovex edition
It is a MUST buy!
Don't hate.

Orange keys! :love:
Green case! :puke:

pitashen · « **Reply #11 on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 22:11:19 »

that Topre gaming keyboard sure looks nice.

pang0011 · « **Reply #12 on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 23:19:41 »

sorry for interrupting, but RF108G-Tune is really an interesting keyboard. For your kind information, tts keycaps are laser engraved + coating that makes it feel quite different from the ordinary Topres you can find in north America. I personally like the ordinary Topre keycaps better, but I would say the feel of G-Tune is very interesting and it deserves a try.

If budget is not a major concern, Japanese keyboard is still the best choice.

NormaJean · « **Reply #13 on:** Sun, 06 March 2011, 23:27:48 »

That RF108G-Tune sure does look very tasty

digitalleftovers · « **Reply #14 on:** Wed, 23 March 2011, 16:47:15 »

Does any one know what a low range for a realforce in Japan should be? Looking at Amazon.co.jp, prices seem comparable to the US (If accounting for shipping). HHKB Pro 2 are about $250, and so are 103UB's. Does anyone know of a store or online shop that has Topre boards around 15,000 Yen?

awry · « **Reply #15 on:** Mon, 02 May 2011, 16:26:05 »

Quote from: pang0011;306633

sorry for interrupting, but RF108G-Tune is really an interesting keyboard. For your kind information, tts keycaps are laser engraved + coating that makes it feel quite different from the ordinary Topres you can find in north America. I personally like the ordinary Topre keycaps better, but I would say the feel of G-Tune is very interesting and it deserves a try.

If budget is not a major concern, Japanese keyboard is still the best choice.

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Sub dyed > Laser engraved.

drsauced · « **Reply #16 on:** Mon, 02 May 2011, 17:27:19 »

Quote from: ripster;306562

Say HAI! to the Akihabara Maids for me if you go.
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I have a friend who has one of these. Well, more accurately, his mom has one of these. You rest your wrist between the boobies. Total awesomeness.

My wife banned me from ever going to Akihabara.

awry · « **Reply #17 on:** Mon, 02 May 2011, 18:32:02 »

I can get that mousepad here. quite a few designs. any pervs interested can hit me up. not comfy though. more for nolvelty sake.

alaricljs · « **Reply #18 on:** Mon, 02 May 2011, 21:09:28 »

Quote from: ripster;340652

Pervs are generally searching for used panty vending machines. At least that's what my son's friends wanted him to get.

So wait... what? He wanted the whole machine? I guess he really knows what he likes.

godofdeath · « **Reply #19 on:** Mon, 02 May 2011, 22:04:04 »

Quote from: ripster;340652

Pervs are generally searching for used panty vending machines. At least that's what my son's friends wanted him to get. Alas, we only found new panty vending machines. Just not the same.

you can always use it and say they were from women

awry · « **Reply #20 on:** Tue, 03 May 2011, 06:36:38 »

Quote from: ripster;340652

Pervs are generally searching for used panty vending machines. At least that's what my son's friends wanted him to get. Alas, we only found new panty vending machines. Just not the same.

You do know that alot of these "used panties" were actually worn by guys and then sold as used by school girls yah? Have you seen the vids? I gotta dig for them. Funny ****. Well, funny if you're not into buying used panties from vending machines and rather get real ones on your own.

RiGS · « **Reply #21 on:** Tue, 03 May 2011, 07:21:56 »

Quote from: awry;340597

Sub dyed > Laser engraved.

Gold on black is not dye subbed.

ricercar · « **Reply #22 on:** Tue, 03 May 2011, 15:08:28 »

I've been looking for one of these for 2 years

"If it isn't yellow, it isn't awesome" - Ripster

Quote from: drsauced;340618

You rest your wrist between the boobies. Total awesomeness.

I bet you tell all the girls "it's my wrist"

Jim66 · « **Reply #23 on:** Tue, 03 May 2011, 15:24:59 »

UTRON!! Has to be..

Arc'xer · « **Reply #24 on:** Tue, 03 May 2011, 16:17:39 »

I've noticed a few posts by some people on the G-tune if it works with a PS/2-to-USB adapter. Does it with the adapter or is it relegated to PS/2 only?

guilleguillaume · « **Reply #25 on:** Tue, 03 May 2011, 18:44:31 »

Quote from: ricercar;341187

I've been looking for one of these for 2 years

"pic of Realforce 91 UBY awesome"

"If it isn't yellow, it isn't awesome" - Ripster

I bet you tell all the girls "it's my wrist"

Why didn't you get one from The Keyboard Company when they were available?

ricercar · « **Reply #26 on:** Tue, 03 May 2011, 23:00:17 »

Quote from: guilleguillaume;341271

Why didn't you get one from The Keyboard Company when they were available?

1) I don't have enough [strike]of KL's tax[/strike] money to afford this keyboard in this period of my life.
2) When were they available at Keyboard Company?

calavera · « **Reply #27 on:** Wed, 04 May 2011, 00:18:49 »

I'd most likely buy ANSI layout realforce keyboards because it's the cheapest in Japan.

Son of Gnome · « **Reply #28 on:** Wed, 04 May 2011, 00:32:00 »

ive been to akikhabara its like nerd heaven....

Sam · « **Reply #29 on:** Wed, 04 May 2011, 05:33:44 »

Quote from: Jim66;341196

UTRON!! Has to be..

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Seconded. I was in Tokyo last year and wanted to stop in and purchase one of these but ended up short on time so never made it to Akihabara.

Zensuji · « **Reply #30 on:** Wed, 04 May 2011, 06:06:14 »

LOL I thought that was 2 of the same small keyboard. Just looking at the left hand side thinking WTF!?!

Dumbass

guilleguillaume · « **Reply #31 on:** Wed, 04 May 2011, 06:29:32 »

Quote from: ricercar;341351

1) I don't have enough [strike]of KL's tax[/strike] money to afford this keyboard in this period of my life.
2) When were they available at Keyboard Company?

arrrg so bad you didn't get the chance to catch one!

If I remember well they were available at The Keyboard Company on October of 2010.

I was lucky enough to get my hands on one since it was a very limited run.

The Solutor · « **Reply #32 on:** Wed, 04 May 2011, 07:42:13 »

My vote goes also to 91UBY

My years 20 old theory says that "a yellow thing, usually, works better" :happy:

As a second choice I would go for a Majestouch Mini

It's just a filco, but is nice looking, and has a decent layout.

awry · « **Reply #33 on:** Wed, 04 May 2011, 13:19:00 »

Quote from: RiGS;340909

Gold on black is not dye subbed.

erm, i think that's what my comment meant? ">" wasn't meant to be an arrow.

hasu · « **Reply #34 on:** Thu, 05 May 2011, 19:29:52 »

This is a perfect souvenir of trip to Japan: "痛キーボード"
http://watchmonoblog.blog71.fc2.com/blog-entry-180.html
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godofdeath · « **Reply #35 on:** Thu, 05 May 2011, 21:30:59 »

Quote from: hasu;342267

This is a perfect souvenir of trip to Japan: "痛キーボード"
http://watchmonoblog.blog71.fc2.com/blog-entry-180.html
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seconded

awry · « **Reply #36 on:** Fri, 06 May 2011, 04:41:25 »

Quote from: guilleguillaume;341271

Why didn't you get one from The Keyboard Company when they were available?

If you really want one, i can get it for you. but they don't come cheap. All these were gonna go to in the RF thread that I ahve been meaning to post but ahve been too busy. Otherthan work and replyng messages and emails from people here, i have had my own work to do. Anyway, updating my "group buy thread now so read from there.

Mr. Perfect · « **Reply #37 on:** Fri, 06 May 2011, 14:36:25 »

Do they have Filco Zero's over there? If so, I'd try one of those. They just don't seem to be for sale otherwise, it must have been that transposition scare.

Mr. Perfect · « **Reply #38 on:** Fri, 06 May 2011, 18:11:37 »

Yeah, that post made me think of it. Looks like you got yours ten months ago, so I wasn't sure if the Zero had died out since then. They're certainly hard enough to find. :mmph:

Jim66 · « **Reply #39 on:** Sat, 07 May 2011, 06:44:14 »

Quote from: ripster;342358

I wasn't all that impressed with the Utron. Smaller than normal keys. Unimpressive construction.

Really, smaller in what way? They certainly don't look smaller?

guilleguillaume · « **Reply #40 on:** Sat, 07 May 2011, 15:24:11 »

Quote from: awry;342419

If you really want one, i can get it for you. but they don't come cheap. All these were gonna go to in the RF thread that I ahve been meaning to post but ahve been too busy. Otherthan work and replyng messages and emails from people here, i have had my own work to do. Anyway, updating my "group buy thread now so read from there.

I already have one but I will look there in case I want any other stuff ^^

Ricercar is who want one!

ricercar · « **Reply #41 on:** Sat, 07 May 2011, 15:30:10 »

Quote from: guilleguillaume;343076

Ricercar is who want one!

qft. how much?

liist · « **Reply #42 on:** Sat, 07 May 2011, 15:39:17 »

I have a friend who's going to Japan over the summer. Maybe I should ask her to find me a Topre for me. And then there's a lot of other stuff that I might want from Japan, but I will not go into great detail here.

awry · « **Reply #43 on:** Thu, 09 June 2011, 19:53:19 »

I've a couple of the ilovex model. Will put up a review soon. Only got a chance to use it recently. haven't had the time and i've been testing other boards. it's really quite an awesome keyboard. And looks a LOT better in person (in keyboard, whichever). The caps themselves are sub-dyed (Rigs, do not even bother to argue about this with me. So damn sick of your mannerisms, it's not even funny.) but they feel very very different. I do not know how to explain it. It's like they have a rubber coating on it. They feel really good. i'm not sure if this is how RF caps are gonna be from now on til i get my cap sets from Japan. But if this is how the new sets of caps are gonna feel. They are worth every penny. The board itself is variable. No DIP switches and the lights are blue. It is also screw-less from what I can tell. Anyway, here's a pic. More details later on. Cheers.

Ter

keyboardlover · « **Reply #44 on:** Thu, 09 June 2011, 20:06:38 »

That board reminds me WAY too much of American fashion style in the mid-80s.

awry · « **Reply #45 on:** Thu, 09 June 2011, 20:29:52 »

Quote from: keyboardlover;358164

That board reminds me WAY too much of American fashion style in the mid-80s.

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Hahahahahahaha!! Yeah.but it's a damn happy looking keyboard. LED's a little too big though. And I wish they gave the usual Capslock and Lctrl caps instead of the ''2" and "0"..

IvanIvanovich · « **Reply #46 on:** Fri, 10 June 2011, 09:49:18 »

That ilovex is totally radical. Don't suppose there is an ansi version?

Lester · « **Reply #47 on:** Fri, 10 June 2011, 10:57:07 »

Quote from: ripster;342969

Some things look a lot worse in real life than in pictures. Like porn stars. Or Duckys.

Why the hate on Ducky's?

RiGS · « **Reply #48 on:** Fri, 10 June 2011, 17:06:22 »

Quote from: awry;358158

(Rigs, do not even bother to argue about this with me. So damn sick of your mannerisms, it's not even funny.)

There is no point in arguing with a maniac depressive person.

Last time even the guy who bought that Realforce 87UB on Ebay made it clear that you were wrong.

keyboardlover · « **Reply #49 on:** Fri, 10 June 2011, 17:17:15 »

Not super close but they have similar flags.

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Author Topic: What keyboard would you pick up if you traveled to Japan? (Read 21841 times)