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1/700 scale unpainted plastic assembly kit
Nameship of the Kamikawa-maru freighter built by Kawasaki Kisen Color: Kamikawa-maru Product introduction Nameship of the Kamikawa-maru freighter built by Kawasaki Kisen
Completed in March 1937 (Showa 12), it was placed on the New York route.
Due to the Sino-Japanese War, he joined the Navy on September 18, the same year as a special seaplane tender.
Going to the Chinese front from Sasebo Naval District, engaged in Hangzhou Bay landing operation, Nanking capture battle, etc.
Contributed greatly to the operation
In 1939 (Showa 14), the Type 94 and Type 95 water reconnaissance that were installed in the South China area were active in maritime patrol and support for army aircraft.
May 1941 (Showa 16) Docked at Sasebo Naval Arsenal
Added catapults and added anti-aircraft machine guns
Engaged in Male-landing operations after the start of the war
Participated in the Dutch East Indies Campaign, Tulagi Strategy, and Port Moresby Strategy in 1942.
Participated in the Battle of Midway after joining the Combined Fleet 11th Air Fleet
After the sea war, he was transferred to the Northern Army and participated in the strategy to capture Attu Island and Kiska Island.
After that, in 1943 (Showa 18), he was transferred to the 11th Air Fleet of the 2nd Fleet.
Bombing damage while anchored in Shotland
After the repair, he was engaged in the transportation of aircraft and munitions for Rabaul, but on May 28 of the same year, he was unable to navigate due to a torpedo of the enemy submarine "Camp"
and sank due to another attack on the 29th.
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