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Sort By SortSankei Paper Models
Sankei is a Japanese company that began in 1963, originally focused on replicating models based on historic buildings. Sankei would then place their high-quality models in museums.
As people worldwide saw how accurate and breathtaking Sankei paper models were, they began bombarding this company with requests. Thankfully for model builders, Sankei listened to the many requests it received and Sankei began offering its models to the public. The most popular lines feature buildings and dioramas for model train sets and for Studio Ghibli scenes, as Sankei brings together the love of storytelling with highly detailed art.
A Unique Way to Create Whimsy
Sankei is well-known for its array of vibrant models. These models involve assembling pieces of colored paper rather than hard plastic pieces. Another difference between paper and plastic models is that paper kits require no painting, as Sankei paper models are already fully and vividly colored.
Studio Ghibli models are Sankei’s specialties and reflect the level of detail and quality in their models. Complete these anime model kits and watch as Kiki’s Delivery Service comes to life to give life to your space, and where your model train set is Spirited Away, possibly to connect with the bus stop where Totoro awaits.
Get in the Fold with Plaza Japan
Whether you want models requiring dexterity and patience or model kits that are a breeze to assemble, Plaza Japan has it all. No matter what you’re looking for, we know you’ll love our impressive selection of model kits.
Besides our collections of paper models, Plaza Japan offers a wide range of other authentic Japanese products, including:
You’ll also find products featuring even more favorite Japanese franchises. Not sure where to start? Consider checking out our new arrivals!
Frequently Asked Questions
What Do I Need to Make These Models?
Unlike plastic model kits, which generally require more tools for cutting pieces off the sprues, clipping, filing, and possibly painting and accessorizing, these models are usually more simple and require glue or folding to construct. Sankei paper kits also come with instructions. Also, Sankei uses thick and durable paper in their models. Because of that, you shouldn’t worry about hardening the paper in most model kits. If you require hardened paper, spray-based products can accomplish this task.
Who Invented Paper Model Kits?
You’ll find different answers online to this question. Some experts believe that an Englishman named Wallis Rigby invented the first of these models in the 1930s. Others maintain that paper kits originated in 17th-century Europe. However, we at Plaza Japan know that origami is the prototype for the modern paper kits, and everything else is improvisation.
What Is the Best Glue for Model Making?
Due to its focus on quality materials and a passion for model kits, many model builders love using glue from Japanese companies like Kawada, Gaianotes, and Mr. Just One-Push.
What is special about Sankei’s Studio Ghibli models?
Studio Ghibli is famously exclusive with whom they trust with their merchandise, and especially with recreations of famous scenes and buildings. Sankei Studio Ghibli models burst with the level of detail and creativity that live up to the beautifully and painstakingly drawn scenes that these films are loved for, bringing beloved 2D animation just a little bit closer to our 3D reality.