These two unique push propeller model airplane kits come from Japan.

The Crow design was the first such model plane to ever be built and flown in Japan. It dates from 1889, when its inventor based his model on the crow’s wing span after studying them in flight.

The Hishou is an A-shaped plane with two reverse propellers. The design dates from 1911 when 3 A-shaped models successfully crossed over the Sumida River in a model plane contest.

Both kits use balsa wood, ultra light styrofoam, rubber bands and 125mm reverse pitch propellers. Each has a wingspan of 16” and overall length of 18”. Complete illustrated instructions and glue are included. The kits are packed in boxes with appealing graphics in Japanese and English.