大日本帝国海軍
The Imperial Japanese Navy
Akagi Class Fleet Carrier
Akagi
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£10.50
£8.50
£6.80
£2.90
WWII-IJN-AC01
The Akagi-class fleet carrier, originally a battlecruiser, was converted into an aircraft carrier for the Imperial Japanese Navy. Commissioned in 1927, it featured a distinctive three-tiered flight deck (later rebuilt to a single deck) and played a key role in early Pacific War operations.
Kaga Class Fleet Carrier
Kaga
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£10.50
£8.50
£6.80
£2.90
WWII-IJN-AC03
The Kaga-class fleet carrier, originally laid down as a battleship, was converted into an aircraft carrier under the Washington Naval Treaty. Commissioned in 1928, it featured a large flight deck and strong air group, playing a major role in early Pacific campaigns before sinking at Midway.
Hōshō Class Light Carrier
Hōshō
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£8.50
£6.50
£4.40
£1.75
WWII-IJN-LAC01
The Hōshō-class light carrier was the world’s first purpose-built aircraft carrier, commissioned by the Imperial Japanese Navy in 1922. Compact and lightly armed, it served primarily as a training and support vessel, though it participated in early World War II operations before returning to secondary duties.
Ryūjō Class Light Carrier
Ryūjō
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£8.50
£6.50
£4.40
£1.75
WWII-IJN-LAC02
The Ryūjō-class light carrier was a Japanese prewar carrier, completed in 1933 with a single hangar and small air group. Designed for treaty compliance, it was top-heavy and later modified. It served in early Pacific campaigns before being sunk at the Battle of the Eastern Solomons.
Kongō Class Battlecruiser
Haruna, Hiei, Kirishima & Kongō
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£10.50
£8.50
£6.80
£2.90
WWII-IJN-BCC01
The Kongō-class battlecruisers were fast, heavily armed warships originally built in the 1910s and later modernized into fast battleships. Armed with eight 14-inch guns, they combined speed and firepower, serving in key World War II naval engagements until all were lost by war’s end.
Myōkō Class Heavy Cruiser
Ashigara, Haguro, Nachi & Myōkō
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£10.50
£8.50
£6.80
£2.90
WWII-IJN-HCC01
The Myōkō-class heavy cruisers, commissioned in the late 1920s, were among Japan’s most powerful prewar cruisers. Armed with ten 8-inch guns and numerous torpedoes, they featured strong firepower and speed. These ships saw extensive service throughout World War II in major Pacific naval battles.
Takao Class Heavy Cruiser
Atago, Chōkai, Maya & Takao
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£10.50
£8.50
£6.80
£2.90
WWII-IJN-HCC02
The Takao-class heavy cruisers, launched in the early 1930s, were heavily armed with ten 8-inch guns and advanced torpedo weaponry. Featuring thick armor and a distinctive superstructure, they served as formidable flagships in many key Pacific battles until severely damaged or lost during World War II.
Tone Class Heavy Cruiser
Chikuma & Tone
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£10.50
£8.50
£6.80
£2.90
WWII-IJN-HCC03
The Tone-class heavy cruisers, completed in the late 1930s, featured all main guns forward and a large seaplane deck aft for enhanced scouting. Designed for reconnaissance roles, they played vital parts in Pacific naval battles, including Midway and Leyte Gulf, before being sunk late in the war.
Katori Class Light Cruiser
Katori, Kashima, Kashii & Kashihara
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-LCC01
The Katori-class light cruisers, commissioned in the early 1920s, were among Japan’s first modern cruisers. Armed with six 5.5-inch guns, they served primarily in training and escort roles. Though outdated by World War II, they were used for various auxiliary tasks until the war’s end.
Nagara Class Light Cruiser
Abukama, Isuzu, Kinu, Nagara, Natori & Yura
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-LCC02
The Nagara-class light cruisers, commissioned in the late 1920s, were designed for scouting and convoy escort. Armed with six 5.5-inch guns, they featured advanced radar and sonar. These cruisers saw extensive service in World War II, participating in various naval engagements before being lost in action.
Sendai Class Light Cruiser
Jintsū, Naka & Sendai
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-LCC03
The Sendai-class light cruisers, commissioned in the early 1920s, were armed with six 5.5-inch guns and designed for reconnaissance and escort duties. Serving in early Pacific engagements, they were outclassed by newer ships but remained active until being sunk or retired during World War II.
Kagerō Class Destroyer
(1st Class Type A)
19 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-DD03
The Kagerō-class destroyers, commissioned in the early 1940s, were among Japan’s most advanced destroyers of World War II. Equipped with six 5-inch guns and powerful torpedo armament, they played key roles in naval battles like Midway and the Solomon Islands, with most being sunk during the war.
Asashio Class Destroyer
(1st Class)
10 Completed in Class
1/1800
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-DD01
The Asashio-class destroyers, commissioned in the late 1930s, were fast and heavily armed, featuring six 5-inch guns and powerful torpedo armament. These ships played significant roles in early Pacific battles, but most were sunk during the war due to their vulnerability to air and submarine attacks.
Hatsuharu Class Destroyer
(1st Class)
6 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-DD02
The Hatsuharu-class destroyers, commissioned in the early 1940s, were designed for fleet escort and anti-submarine warfare. Armed with four 5-inch guns and torpedoes, they participated in key naval battles during World War II, with most being sunk due to air and submarine attacks.
Kamikaze Class Destroyer
(1st Class)
9 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-DD04
The Kamikaze-class destroyers, commissioned in the early 1940s, were fast and well-armed, featuring four 5-inch guns and powerful torpedoes. Designed for fleet escort and offensive operations, most were sunk during intense combat in the Pacific, especially during the later stages of World War II.
Minekaze Class Destroyer
(1st Class)
15 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-DD05
The MInkaze-class destroyers, built during the early 1940s, were designed as quick, multi-role warships with six 5-inch guns and torpedoes. They played crucial roles in fleet actions and convoy protection, though most were lost in combat during the later years of World War II.
Mutsuki Class Destroyer
(1st Class) Early War Version
12 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-DD06
The Mutsuki-class destroyers, commissioned in the late 1920s, were Japan’s first modern destroyers. They were equipped with four 4.7-inch guns and a complement of torpedoes. Designed for fleet screening and offensive roles, they played key roles in early naval battles of the Pacific War.
Mutsuki Class Destroyer
(1st Class) Mid War Version
19 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-DD07
These destroyers were fast, with a top speed of around 35 knots, displacing 1,500 tons. Despite their speed, they lacked significant protection, making them vulnerable during combat. The Mutsuki-class were effective at first but soon became outdated as naval warfare technology and tactics advanced
Mutsuki Class Destroyer
(1st Class) Late War Version
19 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-DD08
During World War II, the Mutsuki-class destroyers faced heavy losses in battles across the Pacific. Outclassed by newer, more heavily armed ships, they were often tasked with escort and screening duties. Most of the class were either sunk or heavily damaged by air and submarine attacks, marking their decline.
Shiratsuyu Class Destroyer
(1st Class)
10 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-DD09
The Shiratsuyu-class destroyers, commissioned in the late 1930s, were fast, well-armed ships with six 5-inch guns and powerful torpedo armament. They served in key Pacific battles during World War II, though most were sunk due to increasing vulnerability to air and submarine attacks.
Momi Class Destroyer
(2nd Class)
21 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-ODD03
The Momi-class destroyers, commissioned in the late 1920s, were early Japanese destroyers designed for fleet defense. Armed with four 4.7-inch guns and torpedoes, they were fast but lacked sufficient armour. Most were relegated to secondary duties during World War II and eventually sunk in combat.
Wakatake Class Destroyer
(2nd Class) Version 01
8 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-ODD04
The Wakatake-class destroyers were a class of destroyers commissioned by the Imperial Japanese Navy in the early 1930s. They were designed as smaller, faster ships primarily used for escort, reconnaissance, and screening duties in the fleet, offering moderate firepower and agility.
Wakatake Class Destroyer
(2nd Class) Version 02
8 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-ODD05
Armed with four 4.7-inch guns and torpedo tubes, the Wakatake-class was well-equipped for its role. However, their size and relatively thin armor made them vulnerable to more heavily armed and better-protected opponents. Despite this, they proved useful in early naval actions during the Pacific War.
Wakatake Class Destroyer
(2nd Class) Version 03
8 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-ODD06
The Wakatake-class destroyers played a limited role in major battles due to their smaller size and lack of heavy armament. They were often tasked with supporting larger warships and providing escort for convoys. However, their weaknesses became evident as the war progressed.
Wakatake Class Destroyer
(2nd Class) Version 04
8 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-ODD07
By the end of World War II, the Wakatake-class had suffered heavy losses. Most were sunk during combat or rendered ineffective due to damage. Their performance highlighted the limitations of older destroyer designs, which were increasingly overshadowed by newer, more capable warships.
Akatsuki Class Destroyer
(Special Type)
4 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-ODD01
The Akatsuki-class destroyers, commissioned in the late 1930s, were fast, well-armed ships equipped with six 5-inch guns and torpedo tubes. They played significant roles in early World War II Pacific battles, but most were sunk due to air and submarine attacks during the war.
Fubuki Class Destroyer
(Special Type)
24 Completed in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-ODD02
The Fubuki-class destroyers, commissioned in the late 1920s and early 1930s, were among Japan’s most advanced destroyers of their time. Armed with six 5-inch guns and torpedoes, they played key roles in World War II but suffered heavy losses due to air and submarine attacks.
Momi Class Patrol Boat
Early Conversion
9 Converted in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-PC02
The Momi-class patrol boats were small, fast vessels used by the Imperial Japanese Navy for coastal defense and escort missions. Commissioned in the late 1920s, they were lightly armed, typically equipped with a few small-caliber guns and depth charges for anti-submarine operations.
Momi Class Patrol Boat
Late Conversion
9 Converted in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-PC03
The Momi-class was used primarily for reconnaissance, patrol, and escort duties. Their speed made them effective at intercepting small targets and performing quick missions, but they were vulnerable to larger and more powerful warships, eventually being phased out or sunk during the war.
Minekaze Class Patrol Boat
2 Converted in Class
1/1800 Based
1/1800
1/2400
1/3000
£6.50
£4.50
£2.80
£1.35
WWII-IJN-PC01
The Minekaze-class patrol boats, built in the late 1920s, were small, fast vessels used by the Imperial Japanese Navy for coastal defense and patrol missions. Armed with light guns and torpedoes, they were used for reconnaissance and escort duties, but most were eventually sunk during World War II.
