Type-S Topre silent switches and keymap tool now available in the high-performance, wired, cost-efficient version of the HHKB Professional flagship model

PFU America, Inc., the primary authorized distributor of the award-winning Happy Hacking Keyboard (HHKB) in the United States, today announced the launch of HHKB Professional Classic Type-S—a high-performance, cost-effective, wired, compact keyboard that preserves HHKB's original minimalist design and simple configuration while featuring the Type-S key structure HHKB enthusiasts have come to know and love.

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PFU America, Inc. Unveils HHKB Professional Classic Type-S

Making its public debut in 1996, the HHKB design embraces a unique 60% HHKB key layout that prioritizes simplicity and efficiency. The HHKB Professional Classic Type-S—available with stamped legends in charcoal, white, and snow—offers the next evolution in original minimalist design, while integrating key technological advances based upon customer feedback. Key features include:

• Type-S Topre Silent Switches: Best-in-class Topre silent switches provide an unrivaled typing experience, eliminating key chatter while providing supreme tactility, extra comfort, keystroke precision, and a quieter HHKB experience. Type-S also features tighter alignment to minimize wobble and reduce typing errors, and optimized balance between actuation force (45g) and key travel (3.8mm) for a light, responsive typing experience with 30 percent less keystroke noise.
• Keymap Customization: Once limited to the Professional HYBRID Type-S and Professional HYBRID models, the HHKB’s keymap tool lets users create their own keymap based on their personal preferences and save it right to the keyboard for maximum usability across different devices.
• Compatibility: HHKB Professional Classic Type-S is compatible with iOS, macOS, Windows, Android, and Linux operating systems, and seamlessly connects to devices via USB-C cable (0.9m length, USB Type-C both ends, straight connectors).
• Colors: HHKB Professional Classic Type-S is available in charcoal, white, and snow.

“Our customers asked for a simple, wired version of our flagship HHKB Professional Hybrid Type-S model, and—not only did we listen—we delivered,” said Satoshi Kubo, President and CEO, PFU America, Inc. “We designed the new HHKB Professional Classic Type-S to provide a superior typing experience for our loyal community of professionals, creators, developers, and keyboard enthusiasts at a price point they deserve.”

The HHKB Professional Classic Type-S is available for purchase on the Happy Hacking Keyboard website, Amazon, Newegg, The Tiny Keyboard Shop, and Mechanical Keyboards. Pricing starts at $269. For more information, please visit https://hhkeyboard.us/hhkb.

About PFU

PFU Limited was established in 1960. Based on the skills acquired through computer development, we develop and supply image document-related products and services, such as image scanners. We also provide support services for building and operating IT infrastructures that contribute to the safety and security of our customers. We at PFU will continue to evolve our edge devices to contribute to our customers’ business process reforms and Digital Transformation, provide the services that support them, and contribute to the development of a sustainable world. For more information, please visit https://www.pfu.ricoh.com/global/

PFU America, Inc. is the U.S.-based subsidiary of PFU Limited and the leader in document scanning solutions.

About Ricoh

Ricoh is a leading provider of integrated digital services and print and imaging solutions designed to support digital transformation of workplaces, workspaces and optimize business performance. Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh’s global operation reaches customers in approximately 200 countries and regions, supported by cultivated knowledge, technologies, and organizational capabilities nurtured over its 85-year history. In the financial year ended March 2025, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 2,527 billion yen (approx. 16.8 billion USD). It is Ricoh’s mission and vision to empower individuals to find Fulfillment through Work by understanding and transforming how people work so we can unleash their potential and creativity to realize a sustainable future. For further information, please visit http://www.ricoh.com/

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“Our customers asked for a simple, wired version of our flagship HHKB Professional Hybrid Type-S model, and—not only did we listen—we delivered,” said Satoshi Kubo, President and CEO, PFU America, Inc.