Akihabara Keyboard Event: From Taiyaki Numpads to 3D Layouts at Vol. 10
Report on the user exhibits at Akihabara's "Tenkaichi Keyboard Waiwai Kai Vol. 10." Unique custom keyboards, including taiyaki-shaped numpads, pizza keyboards, and 3D layouts, captivated attendees.
[Akihabara Event Report] Discoveries at Tenkaichi Keyboard Waiwai Kai Vol. 10: From Taiyaki-shaped Numpads to 3D Layouts
AKIHABARA EVENT MEDIA provides an in-depth report on the user exhibits at "Tenkaichi Keyboard Waiwai Kai Vol. 10," a festival of custom keyboards held in Akihabara! The venue was filled with a multitude of unique keyboards, brimming with playfulness and originality, captivating attendees.
Unique Custom Keyboards Beyond Imagination
Particularly drawing attention were the "taiyaki" (fish-shaped cake) shaped numpad and "pizza" shaped keyboard by Ataru. Their uninhibited creativity truly embodied the essence of custom keyboard building. Cheena's "End of Childhood" keyboard, featuring metal engraving, mesmerized viewers with its wiring art-like beauty. Furthermore, concept models of new 3D layout keyboards, highly designed pieces utilizing wood grain panels, and ultra-compact models with the absolute minimum number of keys showcased the profound depth of custom keyboards.
From vibrantly colored creations to keyboards designed to stand upright for minimal wrist strain, the numerous works, packed with the creators' passion, demonstrated the infinite possibilities of custom keyboards. The passionate exchange of ideas at this Akihabara event has heightened anticipation for the next gathering.
Event Information
- Event Name: Tenkaichi Keyboard Waiwai Kai Vol. 10 (Event covered in this report)
- Date: March 14, 2026
- Venue: AKIBA PC Hotline!
Access Information
- Nearest Stations: JR Akihabara Station, Tokyo Metro Suehirocho Station