Dear Buyer,

Thank you for visiting.

*This is a Limited Sale Reprint of the original Tamiya 1/800 scale Shinano kit released in 1962.

*At the time of release, it was motorized, but the current reprint is a display-only full hull kit.

* The instruction manual is a modified version of the original since it omits the motorization steps.

*The box shows little signs of age.

*The parts bag is unopened

* Is complete and unassembled

* Please check the photos for the condition.

* Glue is not included.


Please check out my other listings.

As of April 2022: Airmail is now available to the USA, most of Europe, and Australasia for this kit.  But due to CV19, postal disruption can occur suddenly, so...

PLEASE WRITE TO ME FIRST to see if air postal services to your country has been suspended or not.

If you are alright with me posting to you via SEAMAIL (which may take up to 6 months to reach you), then please proceed to check out.  Otherwise, please contact before buying


Other notes: I will be more than happy to discuss anything regarding this item if you have any concerns. Thanks.

1. Please ask all questions BEFORE purchasing. Please review photos closely. From smoke free / Pet free home. I cannot guarantee the condition of sealed items as I am unable to open it for direct checking or else it looses it's value as a sealed item.

2. All sales are final and returns are not accepted (unless what you received is not what was listed).

3. Buyer pays for customs/ import taxes / tariffs / duty fees of their own country. Please check with your country's customs office to find out what these extra costs are before buying. These charges are usually collected by the delivering freight or shipping company or when you pick the item up so please do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. Delays in delivery may be customs or postal service related which cannot be controlled.

4. I will ship within 5-7 days upon receipt of full payment only via PAYPAL.
5. Write to me if you have any concerns and we'll try to work something out. After buying, please give me your positive feedback. Thank you!


As of Dec 31st 2021: Only SEAMAIL is available to USA, Canada, Australia, South America, and certain parts of Europe until further notice.   Airmail still available to almost all of Asia.