A Leader in the World of Model Trains
Japan is a place that takes its model trains seriously. You’ll observe this by looking at Plaza Japan’s wide range of merchandise. This company manufactures locomotives, train car sets, commuter trains, and more. You’ll even find accurate train sets based on the popular Thomas the Tank Engine franchise. This brand also offers an incredible range of parts for its many trains, including shafts, springs, frames, couplers, and everything else necessary for the perfect railroad set.
Authentic Japanese Merchandise Shipped Fast
Finding authentic Japanese merchandise isn't easy unless you live in Japan. Fortunately, you can find and buy your favorite Japanese model trains, models, figures, puzzles, and more at Plaza Japan. We ship all our products in their original packaging, perfect for any collector. Plaza Japan also offers fast, insured, and reliable international shipping. We proudly offer one-of-a-kind collections you won’t find elsewhere. Order from Plaza Japan for a model railroad set that would make any collector jealous.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plaza Japan gets great questions from our shoppers and fans. Here are the answers to several questions we receive about trains.
What Is the Difference Between Tomytec and Tomix?
As you begin or continue learning about the Japanese model railroad industry, you’ll find a lot of companies. Because of that, things can get confusing. Tomiyama began in 1924. In 1963, this business changed its name to Tomy. Tomytec is the Japanese name for Tomy’s subsidiary that manufactures model railways. Another subsidiary, Tomix, produces model trains.
Where Do Tomix Trains Come From?
Since the mid-1950s, this brand has proudly designed and manufactured all its products in factories throughout Japan.
What Makes Tomix a Great Model Train Brand?
This brand is well-known and beloved for a few important reasons. This brand’s products feature incredible accuracy in everything from trains to small road signs. People also love this company because of its precise engineering, ease of use when changing tracks, and incredible power systems.
What Scale is N Scale?
In the model train world, scales are how people categorize and size train sets, trains, and similar items. N scale can range from items at 1/148 to 1/160 scale. An N scale train set is half the size of the larger HO scale sets.
