Tamiya 31212 - Junyo 1/700 Scale Carrier Model Kit, Detailed Build  [31212]

Tamiya 31212 1/700 IJN Junyo - Detailed carrier model for display builders

This Tamiya 1/700 representation of the IJN carrier Junyo highlights the ship converted from a passenger liner in July 1942. The model is designed to capture Junyo's wartime profile and offers the fidelity expected by enthusiasts building display pieces or small dioramas.

Operational background and modelling interest

The Junyo saw action during major Pacific engagements and is noted for its role in attacks that affected the U.S. carrier Hornet. The kit reproduces key silhouette elements, such as the passenger-bowed hull and the distinct 26-degree funnel/bridge island arrangement, which appeal to history-minded modellers.

Model Features and Building Experience

Included are finely moulded components like the main mast and anti-aircraft mounts plus a set of aircraft. The build requires precise assembly and careful painting, but the waterslide decals and step-by-step instructions make complex areas manageable for careful builders.