There’s a natural progression for most young gearheads, anxious to get their hands on totemic representation of the cars and trucks they covet, but are still too young to legally own. It usually ...

Explore the impressive detail and historical accuracy of Tamiya’s WWII Flak 36/37 model kit, one of the most iconic artillery pieces of the era. This review highlights its clean molding, realistic ...

If you’re a car fanatic and you enjoy building things, chances are you’re also an avid model car kit hobbyist—or want to try your hand at the DIY craft. The cooler months are the perfect time to dive ...

Many car enthusiasts grew up playing with smaller versions of the cars they couldn't yet drive or afford, and so surely most know of Tamiya. The Japanese model toy company sells some of the coolest ...

Explore the Tamiya Royal Navy Sea Harrier model kit, featuring sharp detailing, clean parts, and accurate representation of the iconic V/STOL aircraft. This overview highlights build quality, fit, and ...

He turned his family’s lumber business into a manufacturer of model kits that won global popularity for their quality and historical accuracy. By Martin Fackler and Kiuko Notoya Reporting from Tokyo ...

Japan seems to be the home of some of the world's best automotive scale model kits, so it made sense for us to go with this VIP Style Nissan President last week, and this massive 1/12 scale Datsun ...

3D printing tiny cars isn't new, but this creator's work lets you print a Revell- or Tamiya-style kit you can assemble yourself, just like the good old days. The site is kind of like Etsy for folks ...

Tamiya’s Mini 4WD, only sold in Japan and Asia, was a flop in the ’80s before becoming a huge craze. In 1997, 15% of all AA batteries sold in Japan were used in them. In total, 150 million were sold.