Japanese collection - Stone Lantern, scale 1:35, 1:43, 1:48, 1:50, 1:55, 1:64, 1:72, 1:76, 1:87, 1:96 HO & 28 mm assembly model kit

by lvpublic

Stone lanterns (Japanese: tōrō, meaning 'light basket', 'light tower') are a type of traditional East Asian lantern. Originating in China, stone lanterns spread to Japan, Korea, and Vietnam, though they are most commonly found in China and Japan. In Japan, tōrō were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths. Lit lanterns were then considered an offering to Buddha. Their use in Shinto shrines and also private homes started during the Heian period (794–1185) (Wiki) The collection includes 3 main versions and several subversion as for one-part print as for assembly The models are delivered in two / three primary scales (1:35), 1:43 & 1:87 but suitable for a range of additional scales from 1:35 to 1:96. For conversion factors for the scales 1:35, 1:48, 1:56, 1:64, 1:72, 1:76 & 1:96, assembly instructions and reference images see the pdf inside the downloaded zip On the other hand, real stone lanterns can be very different sizes - from very small to huge, so I think that you can use the models quite freely - with a tolerance of 1-2 steps from the scale that I indicated without rescaling All questions and feedbacks are welcome