The Company
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This Japanese juggernaut has been a dominant player in N Scale for decades, providing product for Atlas, Con-Cor and many others. Although Kato still makes most or all of their trains in Japan, many of their accessory items come from China. |
The Figures
Years ago, their N Scale accessories included Preiser figure sets in Preiser-branded boxes and Kato-branded paper inserts. Later, Kato began designing their own figures (made in China) that were specific to Japanese culture and railroads, some of which include vehicles or other props. The new Kato sets are all packed in clamshells; they also re-packaged the Presier sets. Photos are mine.
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Where to Buy
Kato products are available worldwide, although their figure sets are more readily available on eBay or through Japanese sellers such as Hobby Search.