【Chibimaru Kantai Series】 Real Wood Grain Adopted for the Deck! The Chibimaru Kantai Series Japanese Battleship Haruna is Here, a Mini-Size Series That is Both More Authentic and Adorably Sized!

In the world of ship models, it is quite difficult to achieve both “realism” and “charm.” However, this “Chibimaru Fleet Haruna” can be said to be an item that brilliantly achieves that exquisite balance. Despite its “chibimaru” (small and round) form, its level of reproduction is actually very high, and it is notably based on the appearance of the ship with reinforced equipment during the late Pacific War. Haruna's unique and complex bridge structure is faithfully recreated with dedicated parts, packing substantial detail into its compact size.

In this model, the sticker parts have been renewed, and a realistic wood grain pattern has been adopted for the deck. This greatly improves the visual texture and significantly enhances the “sense of authenticity” when you hold it. There are also new additions of fine equipment, such as stickers for the Type 21 radar, emergency rudder, waterproof cloth, and canvas, evolving it into a specification that allows for more delicate and realistic construction. The fact that it offers a satisfying building experience while also being easy for beginners to assemble is another unique appeal of the Chibimaru series.

A meticulously detailed model is not finished once it's built. This “Haruna” also comes with a name sticker, and when combined with a separately sold dedicated base, it results in a visually cohesive finished product. Its size makes it perfect for displaying in small spaces, so it's ideal for placing on a shelf at home or work. Part of the fun of the Chibimaru Fleet series is how it nicely neutralizes the “intimidating presence” often associated with battleship models while retaining the historical background and the forcefulness expected of a warship.