1/32 IPPATSUYA Decorated Truck by Aoshima delivers a striking, full-scale-size model of a classic Japanese “dekotora” (decorated truck) for collectors and hobbyists who love bold custom vehicles and detailed build projects.
Featuring:
- Authentic dekotora styling: The kit faithfully recreates the “IPPATSUYA” decorated truck with its distinctive dump-truck box and full custom touches, echoing the flamboyant Japanese truck culture.
- Detailed moulding and custom parts: Features a newly moulded metallic-red chassis, a metallic-black cab and cargo bed, plus parts to reproduce the original dump-up mechanism and unique styling decals.
- Display-ready size and finish: Once built, the model measures approx. 25.3 cm in length — large enough to showcase as a centrepiece among other scale models or display on a shelf.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: ~25.3 cm
- Width: ~7.5–8 cm
- Height: ~9–10 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: 1/32
- Manufacturer: Aoshima
- Model: IPPATSUYA Decorated Truck
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Assembly: Required
- Paint/Glue: Required (not included)
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Body: Uncoloured
- Pre-coloured parts: No
- Posable doors/hood: Not typically — self-assembly and painting recommended.
Perfect for: model builders and collectors seeking a bold, eye-catching decorated truck model to display on a desk, shelf or in a collection — especially fans of Japanese dekotora culture and custom vehicle modelling.
Why this kit matters
The “dekotora” (デコトラ) phenomenon in Japan celebrates over-the-top custom trucks adorned with lights, colourful paintwork and personalised features — a unique subculture blending automotive craftsmanship with expressive art. The IPPATSUYA kit revives one such legendary decorated truck, letting modellers recreate a piece of automotive folklore in precise 1/32 scale.
With its large detailed chassis, realistic dump-box mechanism and special decal sheet, this kit captures both the functional and flamboyant aspects of classic dekotora rigs. As a result, it stands out not only as a model but as a tribute to a distinct facet of Japanese vehicle culture, offering an engaging build experience and a striking display piece.
How to use it
Begin by carefully trimming parts from the sprues and cleaning any mould lines. Apply plastic model glue to assemble the chassis, cab, dump box, and other components. Once assembled, prime and paint the cab, chassis and cargo bed in your chosen scheme (metallic red for chassis, metallic black for cab as per original), then apply the included decals or custom paintwork for the typical decorated-truck look. Let the model fully dry and display proudly on a shelf or in a display cabinet.
Gift Suggestion
This kit works best as a gift For Him or For Her who enjoy custom vehicles, model-building hobbies or Japanese automotive culture. Its size, level of detail and customisation potential make it ideal for teenagers and adults rather than young children.
This is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue are required. It is not a toy.
