Tracing its roots back to the fertile ground of post-war Japan, Showa Toy Company was born in 1946. This was a time when the nation was seeking to rebuild and rejuvenate, and the fresh optimism and innovation of this era still echo in Showa’s toys today. Founded by the ambitious Hideaki Kato, Showa earned renown for its skillful production of toy vehicles. There's an interesting fact that puts the brand in a whole new light - each Showa model is a living testament to a bygone era, mirroring the evolving trends in automotive industry with remarkable attention. With Showa toys, you're not just collecting vintage treasures, you're collecting the history of automobile itself!