Aoshima 1/700 Full Hull IJN Battle Ship Yamashiro 1944 w/ Metal Barrel Plastic Model

The outfitting parts have been newly researched and redesigned. By incorporating multiple slide mechanisms into the molds, we've accurately reproduced the intricate details of the 1/700 scale.

We proudly present the reborn, more precise 1/700 scale warship (full-hull model) series.

The second ship of the Fuso class battleships, Yamashiro, distinguished by its uniquely massive pagoda style superstructure, was completed in 1917 during World War I. After undergoing several modernization refits, it took part in the Pacific War. In the 1944 Battle of Leyte Gulf, it advanced into the Surigao Strait as part of Nishimura’s fleet, where it engaged U.S. forces alongside Fuso and was ultimately sunk.

This kit reproduces Yamashiro as she appeared in the late Pacific War, heavily reinforced with additional anti aircraft weaponry. The parts layout focuses on essential features, making the model simple, accurate, and easy to assemble. Newly designed components include the numerous anti aircraft machine guns, high angle guns, aircraft catapult, and other fittings.

・No etching needed — the searchlight truss is fully reproduced through molding!

・Includes 12 metal gun barrels!

Outfitting Parts Renewed with Newly Designed Molds:

Type 89 12.7 cm twin high angle gun

Type 96 25 mm twin machine gun

Type 96 25 mm triple machine gun

110 cm searchlight

60 cm signal searchlight

Type 22 radar

Type 13 radar

Kure Type No.2 Model 5 catapult

9 m cutter

12 m motor launch

11 m motor boat

anchor

Imperial chrysanthemum crest