Hasegawa 49503 - 1/700 Hikawamaru Japanese Ocean Liner Model Kit - detailed ship kit for modellers  [HA-49503]

Summary of the Hasegawa 1/700 Hikawamaru kit

This Hasegawa 1/700 Hikawamaru kit delivers a precise miniature of the Japanese ocean liner, emphasising accurate hull proportions and deck arrangement for model display and study.

Notable history in scaled form

Launched in 1929, Hikawamaru operated as a passenger and cargo vessel, including sailings to Seattle, and was later converted to a hospital ship during the Second World War. The kit reflects these historic roles through its overall form.

Construction and display considerations

The 1/700 scale construction requires attentive assembly and paintwork to highlight the small details. Once complete, the model presents an attractive representation of early 20th-century liner design.