At the upcoming TOKYO Gaming-PC STREET 9, enthusiasts can test the EPOMAKER HE30, a compact, customisable gaming keyboard featuring Hall Effect magnetic switches designed for speed and durability, in a hands-on environment in Tokyo’s Akihabara district.
Gadget enthusiasts often want to do more than read specifications: they want to feel the switch, judge the finish and test the ergonomics for themselves. That is the idea behind ASCII’s free gaming event, TOKYO Gaming-PC STREET 9, which will take place on Saturday, 10 October 2026, at LIFORK AKIHABARA II in Tokyo’s Akihabara district. According to ASCII and a related event listing, visitors will be able to compare gaming PCs, keyboards, mice and headsets on site, with no admission charge and no obligation to buy.
Among the products selected for hands-on display is EPOMAKER’s HE30, a compact keyboard aimed at FPS players. EPOMAKER says the board uses a 30% layout with 36 keys, making it far smaller than a full-size keyboard and suitable for users who want more desk space for mouse movement. The company lists the keyboard at 15.3cm by 13.3cm by 2.9cm and 350g, with wired connectivity and compatibility with Windows and Linux.
The HE30 is not merely a stripped-down accessory. EPOMAKER says it uses Hall Effect magnetic switches with adjustable actuation from 0.1mm to 3.4mm, an 8000Hz polling rate and per-key RGB lighting with south-facing LEDs. The product page also highlights sound-dampening layers and PBT keycaps, features intended to improve acoustics, durability and long-term feel. Independent coverage of the keyboard has described it as a one-handed gaming board designed around speed, customisation and low latency, with a price positioned below many rival models in the same category.
For visitors to the Akihabara event, the appeal lies in testing whether those specifications translate into a practical advantage. A keyboard this small will not suit everyone, particularly those who need a conventional typing layout, but it may interest players who prioritise wide mouse sweeps, rapid actuation and a minimalist desk setup. ASCII says the event will also include staff on hand for questions, as well as novelties, stage content and other attractions, making it a broad showcase rather than a simple product demo.
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