Godzilla 1964 Marusan PlaModel vintage Japanese box Toho SAN

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Description

Japanese model kit in its original box, illustrated on the front with a faithful representation of Godzilla according to the 1964 design. The item presented is a model kit box (PlaModel), from the Marusan brand, under reference ART. NO. 511-38. The illustration shows Godzilla standing, against an orange-red sky, the famous creature projecting incandescent breath. Visible details include the monster's scaly texture, clear dorsal plates, and a massive posture typical of the Toho design of the Shōwa era.

The box features the Marusan logo (SAN) and the inscription "PLA MODEL" in the upper left. The visible Japanese texts refer to the brand and series of the model, as well as the Toho license, confirmed by the official logo in the lower right. The graphic style, font, and layout are typical of Japanese products from the 1990s, which is consistent with the "1997" mention visible at the top of the box (復刻シリーズ No.1 1997).

The visible front presents a clear visual, with saturated colors, and no notable signs of fading. The white border shows some handling marks, light gray traces, or usual patina, but the whole retains good legibility, especially for the inscriptions and the serial number. The corners of the box, visible in the photo, appear to be only slightly crushed, with an overall flat structure and no apparent tears.

This model kit box is designed for the Japanese market, as evidenced by the characters and logos on the front. The item is aimed at those looking for an authentic piece related to the Godzilla universe, particularly under Toho license, with a visual faithful to the 1964 version of the kaiju. The vintage aspect is accentuated by the graphic presentation and the mention of the re-release (復刻) series No.1.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The box shown has minor signs of use on the front (slight patina, slightly marked corners). No internal contents are visible in the photo.

Did you know? Godzilla, created by Toho studio in 1954, has had many designs over the decades. The 1964 version, illustrated here, is from the film "Mothra vs. Godzilla," marking one of the peaks of the Shōwa period. Marusan is a historic Japanese manufacturer of model kits and toys, a pioneer in the production of officially licensed models starting in the 1960s.

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