Hasegawa 40028 Z28 1/350 N.Y.K. Line Hikawamaru - 1/350 waterline plastic model kit  [HA-40028]

Hasegawa 40028 - 1/350 N.Y.K. Line Hikawamaru waterline kit

A 1/350 scale waterline plastic model kit representing the N.Y.K. Line Hikawamaru, issued as part of a waterline series intended for display and diorama work.

The real Hikawamaru was an ocean liner operated by Nippon Yusen Kaisha (N.Y.K.) in the early 20th century. Launched in 1929 and completed in 1930, the vessel served as a passenger liner before wartime requisitioning, later returning to commercial service and ultimately being preserved. Its profile and superstructure reflect interwar passenger-ship design and make it a frequent subject for maritime preservation and museum display.

This kit presents the subject in waterline format, concentrating on external hull and superstructure proportions appropriate to 1/350 scale. Builders should plan for standard modelling tasks such as seam cleanup, painting, and rigging to achieve a display-quality result. Reference photos and period drawings are useful when addressing small details and paint schemes; the kit is positioned for hobbyists who prioritize scale appearance and diorama integration rather than internal features.

A waterline-format 1/350 representation of the Hikawamaru suited to display builds and ship dioramas; useful as a reference subject for collectors and experienced builders.