Hasegawa Z21 Japanese Battleship Mikasa (1/350) – plastic model kit

The Hasegawa Z21 Battleship Mikasa 1:350 scale warship model is a high-quality plastic modeling set that allows you to accurately recreate the legendary Mikasa battleship – the pride of the Imperial Japanese Navy at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. This is an ideal choice for history enthusiasts and naval modeling fans searching for top-notch kits with faithfully reproduced details.

History of Battleship Mikasa

The Mikasa was built in Great Britain at the request of Japan and entered service in 1902. Mikasa took part in the most important battle of the Russo-Japanese War – the Battle of Tsushima in 1905, where she became famous as the flagship of Admiral Tōgō Heihachirō. Today, she is preserved in Yokohama as a museum ship and is the only surviving pre-dreadnought battleship in the world.

• Scale: 1:350
• Country of Service: Japan
• Historical period: Pre-dreadnought era, Russo-Japanese War (1904–1905), early 20th century
• Use: Imperial Japanese Navy Fleet (Yamato Kaigun)
• Major events: Battle of Tsushima (1905)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Set contents: model building parts, assembly instructions (glue and paints must be purchased separately)
• Manufacturer: Hasegawa – renowned Japanese model kit brand
• Category: plastic model kit
• Additional accessories: The model does not include photo-etched parts, resin accessories, or metal gun barrels – possibility for personalization with your own add-ons.

Finish details and difficulty level

The Hasegawa model offers excellent detail quality for the hull, artillery armament, and superstructure. Thanks to the large 1:350 scale, it is possible to recreate the ship's characteristic features very realistically – including masts, funnels, deck, and both main and secondary armaments.

Recommendation: We recommend this model for intermediate and advanced modelers – the difficulty level is rated at 4/5, mainly because of the large number of small parts and the necessity to paint and finish the model by hand. It is a great choice for naval military collectors, Japanese history enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a challenging, historical modeling project.

By choosing the Hasegawa Z21 Mikasa 1:350, you invest in a model that will be a centerpiece in any collection and a rewarding modeling challenge at the highest level!