---
product_id: 199824
title: "Fascinations Metal Earth Himeji Castle 3D Metal Model Kit"
brand: "fascinations"
price: "$49"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
category: "Metal Earth"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/199824-fascinations-metal-earth-himeji-castle-3d-metal-model-kit
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# Intricate 3D Himeji Castle replica Compact 2.83 x 2.72 x 2.36 in size 77 precision metal pieces Fascinations Metal Earth Himeji Castle 3D Metal Model Kit

**Brand:** fascinations
**Price:** $49
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Fascinations Metal Earth Himeji Castle 3D Metal Model Kit by fascinations
- **How much does it cost?** $49 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- fascinations enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted fascinations brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Iconic Japanese Heritage:** Recreate the legendary Himeji Castle, a timeless symbol of elegance and strength.
- • **No Glue, No Fuss Assembly:** Innovative tab-and-slot design means no adhesives or soldering required—just pure building joy.
- • **Challenge Your Craftsmanship:** Designed for adults 14+ with a rewarding difficulty level that sharpens patience and skill.
- • **Compact Display-Ready Design:** Finished model fits perfectly on your desk or shelf at just under 3 inches.
- • **Precision-Crafted Metal Masterpiece:** 77 laser-etched steel parts deliver unmatched detail and durability.

## Overview

The Fascinations Metal Earth Himeji Castle 3D Metal Model Kit is a highly detailed, challenging DIY steel model featuring 77 precision-cut pieces. Designed for ages 14 and up, it requires no glue or soldering, assembling via a clever tab system. Measuring just under 3 inches, this compact collectible brings the iconic Japanese castle to life, perfect for hobbyists seeking a rewarding, skill-building project that doubles as a stunning display piece.

## Description

Superior detail in these do it yourself (DIY) models begin as a 4 inch steel sheet and when completed create a fabulous 3D miniature model. Easy to follow printed instructions included in every package. Build your entire collection today!

Review: It's all about expectations and the right tools - 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: Very involved project that required good 12 hours - Very involved project that required good 12 hours. But this was my first work in fact first handy work in awhile so it was very satisfying and relaxing. It comes in 3 small sheet metal. It is exceptionally well cut and engraved. None of the part came a part, fell off, nor not fit as shown. It being a metal too a little bit of coarsing to get it in place but the thin and small material took the extra force and held on. All the connectors are notches were all good as one little nip would have ruined the project that it was very pleasing to see such well designed and finely crafted work of art. It seats on top of my speaker and pretty. I will buy more.

## 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 |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Art Craft Kit Type | metal model building |
| Brand | Fascinations |
| Color | Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (370) |
| Department | Asia |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00032309010558 |
| Included Components | Castle Figure |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 0.704 ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 2.72 x 2.36 x 2.83 inches |
| Item model number | MMS055 |
| Manufacturer | Fascinations |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
| Material | Metal, Steel |
| Model Name | Himeji Castle |
| Number of Pieces | 77 |
| Product Dimensions | 2.72 x 2.36 x 2.83 inches |
| Seasons | All Seasons |
| Set Name | Himeji Castle |
| Size | 2.83"L x 2.72"W x 2.36"H(7.2 x 6.9 x 6 cm) |
| Special Feature | Challenging difficulty level, 3D steel model kit |
| Style | Traditional |
| Theme | Castle |
| UPC | 032309010558 |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Fascinations
- **Color:** Silver
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 2.72 x 2.36 x 2.83 inches
- **Theme:** Castle

## Images

![Fascinations Metal Earth Himeji Castle 3D Metal Model Kit - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71n2CoIrsHL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's all about expectations and the right tools
*by J***J on September 26, 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very involved project that required good 12 hours
*by J***M on June 21, 2018*

Very involved project that required good 12 hours. But this was my first work in fact first handy work in awhile so it was very satisfying and relaxing. It comes in 3 small sheet metal. It is exceptionally well cut and engraved. None of the part came a part, fell off, nor not fit as shown. It being a metal too a little bit of coarsing to get it in place but the thin and small material took the extra force and held on. All the connectors are notches were all good as one little nip would have ruined the project that it was very pleasing to see such well designed and finely crafted work of art. It seats on top of my speaker and pretty. I will buy more.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Make Osaka instead
*by D***O on October 24, 2024*

Osaka Castle is bigger, fits together better and sturdier. Hijiemi is ok but compared to Osaka it got very frustrating at times. It's also frustrating that some parts fit oddly and jiggle.

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