From Aoshima:
With the world facing regional conflicts and international terrorism, the mission of the Japan Maritime Self Defence Force (J.M.S.D.F.) ranges from national defence, overseas missions, rescue activities and supplying U.S. and allied forces. At this time with increasing need of international peace keeping operations, replenishment of oilers along with escort vessels have become of great importance.
Until Helicopter destroyer Izumo was commissioned, Mashu was the largest vessel within the J.M.S.D.F. Commissioned in March 15th, 2004, she belongs to Replenishment at Sea Squadron 1 in Maizuru.
- [Mold Color]: Gray, black
- [Includes]: Decal sheet and ballast bar
