Marus Shoji (有限会社マルエス商事)

A family‑run hobby shop founded in 1968, Marus Shoji specializes in plastic models, railway models, radio‑control kits and related supplies. The store stocks new releases, aftermarket parts and a selection of vintage items sought by collectors.

Located in central Kumamoto near Gofukumachi tram stop, the shop offers expert advice, parts sourcing and accepts major Japanese cashless payments like PayPay and credit cards. It’s a practical stop for modelers replenishing supplies or hunting rare kits.

You’ll browse narrow aisles of boxed plastic kits, paints, tools and scale accessories and can ask staff for help locating parts or older models.

Products and services:

• New and secondhand plastic models (aircraft, military, cars) and N/HO railroad models
• Paints, glues, decals, tools and replacement parts
• Advice from long‑time staff about kit compatibility and repairs
• Payment by cash, major credit cards and PayPay/auPAY/d‑barai

Best way to experience it: Visit during weekday afternoons to avoid the busiest times, bring a photo or part number if you need a specific item, and allow 20–40 minutes to browse thoroughly or discuss sourcing with staff.

• Open roughly 10:00–19:00; often closed Monday (check before you go).
• About a 2–5 minute walk from Gofukumachi tram stop, ~15 minutes from Kumamoto Station on foot.
• Phone: 096‑352‑4346; email: maru-s@circus.ocn.ne.jp for enquiries.
• Accepts PayPay, au PAY, d払い and major credit cards.