Hasegawa Z28 N.Y.K.Line Hikawamaru (1/350) – detailed plastic model of the Japanese ocean liner

The Hasegawa Z28 N.Y.K.Line Hikawamaru model in 1:350 scale is a unique offering for ship modeling enthusiasts and maritime history fans. This precisely reproduced plastic model kit depicts the famous Japanese passenger liner Hikawamaru, the pride of the Nippon Yusen Kaisha (N.Y.K. Line) fleet.

Hikawamaru was launched in 1929 and, for most of the interwar period, operated the prestigious Japan–USA route, carrying passengers between Yokohama, Vancouver, and Seattle. This ship, with a displacement of over 11,000 tons and a length of almost 163 meters, served as a hospital ship and transport vessel for the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II, managing to avoid sinking despite many dangerous situations. After the war, she continued in liner service until being retired in 1960, afterward becoming a museum ship in Yokohama.

• Model scale: 1/350
• Country of original use: Japan
• Historical period: Interwar period, World War II, postwar years
• Material: High-quality injection-molded plastic
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Customization options: The model is designed as a base for enhancement with photo-etched parts or resin accessories (not included, available separately)
• Kit contents: Finely detailed hull parts, superstructure, masts, auxiliary armament, lifeboats, and well-replicated deck details.

Hasegawa Z28 N.Y.K.Line Hikawamaru is a model that requires care and precision, recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: 4/5). The excellently reproduced details and large number of components guarantee satisfaction during assembly and an impressive final appearance. The model will be a perfect addition to a historic ships collection and a great foundation for further customizations or maritime dioramas. We recommend this product for naval history enthusiasts and fans of large, detailed ship models.

Note: Paints and glue are not included – we recommend dedicated Hasegawa products and modeling supplies available in our store.