Aoshima 04213 Japan 4-Mast Bark Kaiwo Maru 1/350 – 1/350 scale sailing ship model

Aoshima 04213 Japan 4-Mast Bark Kaiwo Maru 1/350 is an exceptional plastic model kit representing the legendary four-masted training bark of the Japanese navy. The product is precisely recreated in 1/350 scale, offering excellent proportions and details that will delight any maritime modeling enthusiast.

• Scale: 1/350 – ideal for display and working with details while maintaining a compact model size.
• Country of origin (original): Japan. The Kaiwo Maru was one of the world’s most famous training sailing ships, sailing under the Japanese flag.
• Service period: The Kaiwo Maru was launched in 1930 and served for decades as a training ship for cadets of the Japanese merchant navy, being active during the interwar period, after World War II, and into modern times.
• Historical description: Designed as a training sailing ship, the Kaiwo Maru was the pride of the Japanese training fleet for many years. She participated in transoceanic voyages and international tall ships gatherings, serving as an ambassador of Japan on the world’s oceans. She survived the hardships of World War II and returned to training service afterwards. Her silhouette and four tall masts are a symbol of Japan’s sailing tradition.
• Material: The model is made of high-quality plastic, allowing for the creation of thin, realistic details. The Aoshima kit does not include glue or paints – these are sold separately.
• Category: Plastic sailing ship model kit.
• Extras: Elegantly detailed hull parts, masts, rigging, and numerous small deck components. The model does not include any metal or resin parts.
• Assembly difficulty: 4/5 – the model is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers, mainly due to its complex rigging and precise details.
• Recommendation: This is an ideal choice for sailing ship enthusiasts as well as those interested in maritime modeling and naval history. The Aoshima Kaiwo Maru will be appreciated by collectors seeking realistic, historic sailing ships for their collection.

Aoshima 04213 1/350 Kaiwo Maru is an excellent model kit that allows you to bring a piece of historic Japanese sailing class to every modeler’s shelf. The abundance of details combined with a realistic silhouette guarantees satisfaction both during assembly and when displaying the finished ship.