Finding a Filco Majestouch keyboard

September 16, 2006 9:27 AM

How can I try out a Filco Majestouch keyboard? Inspired by an earlier question today, I looked it up on the web, but most of what I could find was Japan-centered. Any ideas about how I could find one to try, or even to order? I'm in the US (Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina).
posted by amtho to Computers & Internet (4 answers total)

Hi!

According to their website:

We're sorry, but at this time we can not accept an online order from foreign country. However, if you call us, we guide you to buy our products with pleasure.

The website also includes contact information:

Phone Number: [phone]
[9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (GMT +09:00) Operating hours are based on Japan standard time.]
Fax Number: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Perhaps you could call/fax/e-mail them to see if they will ship to the USA or if they have any distributors there.

I bought one recently for about 9000 Yen in Akihabara so expect to pay just under US$80 plus shipping.

Good luck!
posted by cup at 10:43 AM on September 16, 2006

You can get one from amazon.jp for JPY8190 (=USD70) plus shipping.
posted by TheRaven at 11:22 AM on September 16, 2006

TheRaven,

Unfortunately, Amazon.jp won't ship electronics overseas:

We're sorry; this item can not be shipped outside Japan.
posted by cup at 12:32 PM on September 16, 2006

These folks will buy anything you want in Japan and send it to you.
Just email them with the details of what you want
and where to get it in Japan, and they'll send you
a quote including shipping and their charges. I've dealt with them a couple of times, and their service has always been excellent.
posted by spasm at 1:38 PM on September 16, 2006