--- product_id: 273853568 title: "Metal Earth 3D: Himeji Castle Model" brand: "metal earth" price: "NT$24" currency: TWD in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.tw/products/273853568-metal-earth-3d-himeji-castle-model store_origin: TW region: Taiwan --- # 2.81 x 2.69 x 2.34 in assembled size No glue or solder, tab & hole assembly 3 metal sheets precision-cut Metal Earth 3D: Himeji Castle Model **Brand:** metal earth **Price:** NT$24 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🏯 Build history, flex your finesse, and own the White Heron’s flight! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Metal Earth 3D: Himeji Castle Model by metal earth - **How much does it cost?** NT$24 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tw](https://www.desertcart.tw/products/273853568-metal-earth-3d-himeji-castle-model) ## Best For - metal earth enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted metal earth brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Glue-Free Engineering:** Forget messy adhesives—snap, bend, and twist parts together with just your hands and tweezers for a clean, seamless build. - • **World Heritage Inspiration:** Build a piece of history—Himeji Castle, a 400-year-old Japanese icon, immortalized in metal for your collection. - • **Compact Display Masterpiece:** Finished model fits perfectly on your desk or shelf at under 3 inches, making it a subtle yet striking conversation starter. - • **Intricate Steel Craftsmanship:** Experience the satisfying challenge of assembling a highly detailed 3D Himeji Castle from precision-etched steel sheets. - • **Skill-Building Hobbyist’s Dream:** Designed for patient, detail-oriented creators aged 14+, this kit sharpens your precision and focus with every step. ## Overview The Metal Earth 3D Himeji Castle Model is a challenging, glue-free steel model kit featuring three precision-etched sheets that assemble into a compact 2.81 x 2.69 x 2.34 inch replica of the iconic Japanese White Heron Castle. Ideal for hobbyists aged 14 and up, it requires patience and fine tools, delivering a rewarding hands-on experience and a stunning display piece inspired by a UNESCO World Heritage Site. ## Description Is also known as the White Heron Castle because of the way that its soaring white stucco walls resemble a graceful heron taking flight. The original fortress was built in 1346 and the castle in its current form was completed 1610. The castle is full of defensive features however it has never been attacked in its 400 year history. In 1993 it was designated a World Heritage Site. Review: I've put together about a hundred of these kits. So I thought I'd share some of my insights with you about them as I think they would be helpful. First, I'll address what these kits are not. They're not made for kids to build on their own. They involve tiny and sharp metal pieces that can do some damage to fingers. They are not easy to assemble. The packaging is deceiving a bit in this way. As for the assembly process, don't expect the process to be as simple as cutting out the pieces, bending them and then putting them together via a pair of pliers. If you start off with these expectations, then odds are that you will be very disappointed and frustrated. So here's what these kits really are about and what's required to assemble them. They're made for people who really like to put things together and have the time and patience to do so. If you like putting together models of ships or airplanes or complicated Lego sets, then you're probably going to like these kits. You're going to need some special tools. Having these on hand will make all the difference in the world. As mentioned above, scissors and pliers won't do the job. The tools I use include the following: Small short needle nose pliers. Small long needle nose pliers. Small flat end pliers. Long nose tweezers. Sharp, small metal cutter. Small metal file. Two types of photo-etching bending tools. One for bending straight edges and the other for making curves or circles. A good light source. A strong magnifying glass that can stand by itself while you're doing your work. Instead of this, I have a special pair of glasses that my dentist uses. As mentioned above, you're going to need time and patience. It takes me a few hours to build their simplest of models. Once you have all of these, then my suggestion is to start with the simplest kits first. These are pretty easy to spot versus the more complicated ones; one sheet versus three, more straight edges versus curved, etc. My next suggestion is that for your first several models that you consider buying 2 or 3 kits of the same model. You can count on that you're going to make mistakes early on and you're going to wish you had a spare part or 2. The good news is that the kits are inexpensive. Assuming you have the expectations and the right tools, then these kits become a real joy. At least they have for me. They're a workable challenge and the finished result is very gratifying and fun to show off. Building these can become an obsession. Your skills will improve with the construction of each model. You'll also find yourself more discriminating of the results and want to do a better job on the next one. This is a fun and challenging hobby that is worthy of consideration assuming, again, that you have the right tools and expectations. Hope this helps. Review: It looks awesome when fully assembled ## Features - HOBBY MODEL KIT – Unassembled model packed in an envelope with easy to follow instructions. Ideal for ages 14 and up - NO GLUE OR SOLDER NEEDED – Parts can be easily clipped from the metal sheets. Tweezers are the recommended tool for bending and twisting the connection tabs - HIMEJI CASTLE – 3 Sheet Model with a challenging difficulty level. Assembled Size: 2.81 x 2.69 x 2.34 inches - FROM STEEL SHEETS TO 3D – Pop out the pieces and connect using tabs and holes. Includes illustrated instructions - HIGHLY DETAILED ETCHED MODEL – Display your 3D model once completed - collect and build them all ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00D0XPVYY | | Best Sellers Rank | #291,554 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #2,297 in 3-D Puzzles | | Department | Asia | | Item model number | MMS055 | | Manufacturer | Fascinations | | Product Dimensions | 6.9 x 6 x 7.2 cm; 20 g | ## Product Details - **Age range (description):** Adult - **Brand:** Metal Earth - **Colour:** White - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 6.9 x 6 x 7.2 centimeters - **Theme:** Castles ## Images ![Metal Earth 3D: Himeji Castle Model - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71n2CoIrsHL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by J***J on 26 September 2014* I've put together about a hundred of these kits. So I thought I'd share some of my insights with you about them as I think they would be helpful. First, I'll address what these kits are not. They're not made for kids to build on their own. They involve tiny and sharp metal pieces that can do some damage to fingers. They are not easy to assemble. The packaging is deceiving a bit in this way. As for the assembly process, don't expect the process to be as simple as cutting out the pieces, bending them and then putting them together via a pair of pliers. If you start off with these expectations, then odds are that you will be very disappointed and frustrated. So here's what these kits really are about and what's required to assemble them. They're made for people who really like to put things together and have the time and patience to do so. If you like putting together models of ships or airplanes or complicated Lego sets, then you're probably going to like these kits. You're going to need some special tools. Having these on hand will make all the difference in the world. As mentioned above, scissors and pliers won't do the job. The tools I use include the following: Small short needle nose pliers. Small long needle nose pliers. Small flat end pliers. Long nose tweezers. Sharp, small metal cutter. Small metal file. Two types of photo-etching bending tools. One for bending straight edges and the other for making curves or circles. A good light source. A strong magnifying glass that can stand by itself while you're doing your work. Instead of this, I have a special pair of glasses that my dentist uses. As mentioned above, you're going to need time and patience. It takes me a few hours to build their simplest of models. Once you have all of these, then my suggestion is to start with the simplest kits first. These are pretty easy to spot versus the more complicated ones; one sheet versus three, more straight edges versus curved, etc. My next suggestion is that for your first several models that you consider buying 2 or 3 kits of the same model. You can count on that you're going to make mistakes early on and you're going to wish you had a spare part or 2. The good news is that the kits are inexpensive. Assuming you have the expectations and the right tools, then these kits become a real joy. At least they have for me. They're a workable challenge and the finished result is very gratifying and fun to show off. Building these can become an obsession. Your skills will improve with the construction of each model. You'll also find yourself more discriminating of the results and want to do a better job on the next one. This is a fun and challenging hobby that is worthy of consideration assuming, again, that you have the right tools and expectations. Hope this helps. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***S on 29 June 2024* It looks awesome when fully assembled ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by C***R on 21 March 2018* 5 estrellas no hablan mas que de un buen servicio (en la entrega) y calidad del producto . . . ## Frequently Bought Together - Fascinations Metal Earth Himeji Castle 3D Metal Model Kit - Fascinations Metal Earth Premium Series Osaka Castle 3D Metal Model Kit - Fascinations Metal Earth Yomeimon Gate 3D Metal Model Kit --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tw/products/273853568-metal-earth-3d-himeji-castle-model](https://www.desertcart.tw/products/273853568-metal-earth-3d-himeji-castle-model) --- *Product available on Desertcart Taiwan* *Store origin: TW* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*