Pink_sleeve, to tell the truth, i'm not positive, but from friends in the industry I know the Kyosho stuff is "Mostly" made in Japan and the Academy is "Mostly" made in Taiwan.
I would assume some of those companies items may also be made in China, Indonesia, etc. as others are doing, to help shave costs/increase profit.
I even noticed in the Harley Davidson stores that they have alot of "Chrome Goodies" made in China, or similar countries.
LOL
The way of the world I suppose, only consumers can determine if it is the way to go, since we are all so cost concious. I guess this is how it is accomplished.
...Jim
W.E.D.