Train Trax announcement by email just now:

"Kato Japan Price Increase

I am aware that a price increase is about to be announced for items from Kato Japan. At this time I am not aware if this affects the whole range. No announcement has been made by Kato USA as yet.

My intention is not to reflect these increases until later this month, but please be aware stocks of some lines are low due to delays in transportation and customs clearance."


Time to get an order in?

Update from Train Trax today...

"Kato Japan Price Increase

I have now received the new price list. The main increases are in respect of Unitram track, there are also increase for a few Unitrack packs and some variation and master packs of Unitrack. Controllers, sound boxes and sound cards have also increased in price. Generally all Japanese outline locomotives, multiple units and rolling stock prices are unchanged. Kato USA are not increasing their prices at present

My intention is not to reflect these increases until later this month, but please be aware stocks of some lines are low due to delays in transportation and customs clearance."


Note that I have no link to Train Trax other than as a satisfied customer.