Manga Artist Shirow Masamune's M.A.P.P. Design Mouse Is Being Rereleased After 24 Years! Pre-orders Start April 6

The M.A.P.P. rerelease model design mouse by manga artist Shirow Masamune arrives as a limited production item with 3,300 units available for each color!
Pre-orders will begin at the Elecom Direct Shop starting Monday, April 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM JST.
General sales are also scheduled to begin on Friday, May 1, 2026.
(Note: This article is based on information released in Japan.)

The M.A.P.P. Design Mouse by Manga Artist Shirow Masamune Evolves and Returns!

Elecom Direct Shop

The M.A.P.P. (THE MECHANICAL DESIGNERS ACCELERATE THE PERIPHERAL PRODUCTS) series features a mouse designed by manga artist Shirow Masamune, known for works such as Ghost in the Shell, and mechanical designer Katoki Hajime.
In addition to the unique concept, the bold and practical design, which was engineered down to the smallest details like grip, weight, and stability, became a hot topic.

This rerelease model, coming after 24 years, features updated functional aspects suited for the modern era while maintaining the design aesthetics of the original.
With side buttons redesigned by Shirow Masamune himself and the addition of Bluetooth wireless connectivity, it is sure to be a versatile tool for daily use.

Limited Items with 3,300 Units per Color! A Rerelease Model That Combines Design and Functionality

PR TIMES

This product is available in three colors—black, white, and blue—and is a limited-sale item with 3,300 units for each color, with an estimated retail price as follows:

• Sales Price: 12,800 yen

The newly evolved M.A.P.P. rerelease model.
We will introduce its detailed features.

5 Buttons + Customization Enable Efficient Operation

This is a 5-button model equipped with Forward and Back buttons convenient for browsing websites and navigating folders.
By using the free software Elecom Mouse Assistant, you can assign frequently used functions to each of the five buttons.

All Buttons Are Silent: Easy to Use Even Around Others

All buttons are silent-compatible!
Whether in a meeting, the living room, a cafe, or a shared office, you can use it without worrying about noise in any situation.

Bluetooth + 3-Device Multi-pairing Functionality! Smooth Device Switching Now Possible

With the rerelease, it now supports wireless connection via Bluetooth.
It is equipped with a multi-pairing function that allows connection for up to 3 devices.

Can Be Used Approximately 100,000 Times! Built-in Lithium-ion Capacitor (Rechargeable)

It uses a built-in lithium-ion capacitor (rechargeable) that can be recharged repeatedly with a USB Type-C cable.
It is characterized by a longer cycle life compared to lithium-ion batteries, and surprisingly, approximately 100,000 charges are possible!

Power Saving with an Infrared LED Sensor

Equipped with an IR LED (infrared LED) that consumes little power.
The battery lasts longer compared to other LEDs.

Furthermore, check the Elecom official website for product details!

Pre-orders Start Monday, April 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM JST! Includes Limited Packaging and Illustration Card Bonuses

Elecom official website

The M.A.P.P. rerelease model will be sold with limited packaging and an illustration card drawn by Shirow Masamune that can only be obtained with this release!
Pre-orders start Monday, April 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM JST at the Elecom Direct Shop.
General sales are scheduled to begin Friday, May 1, 2026.
A special interview with Shirow Masamune is also posted on the Elecom official website, so be sure to check that out as well!