LEGO Japanese Maple Tree (10348)

Theme: Botanicals
Subtheme: Botanical Collection
Pieces: 474
Retail Price: $59.99
Released: 2025
Retirement Date: 2027-12-31
Status: Available
Market Value: $50.69

About This Set

The LEGO Japanese Maple Tree (10348) is a compact build that doesn't waste a piece, clocking in at 474 pieces. Released in 2025 as part of the Botanicals Botanical Collection collection, it retails for $59.99.

At $0.127 per piece, it runs a bit higher — but that often reflects larger or more specialized elements.

It's a straightforward, well-designed set that does what Botanicals does best.

Key Features

474 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
$0.127 per piece — In line with Botanicals pricing
Botanical Collection subtheme — A popular subcategory within Botanicals
Released 2025 — Botanicals sets from this period are known for their build quality

Investment Analysis

The Japanese Maple Tree (10348) isn't retiring anytime soon, so there's no rush from an investment perspective. Sets tend to appreciate most after they leave shelves, so the real opportunity here is down the road. That said, let's look at what it's got going for it.

Overall, the investment outlook is decent.

At $59.99 retail, the best strategy is to watch for sales and stock up at a discount. Botanicals performs well on the aftermarket, and the Japanese Maple Tree has the right ingredients.

Theme Background

The Japanese Maple Tree falls under the LEGO Botanicals theme, sitting in the Botanical Collection subtheme — a dedicated part of the LEGO catalog. Launched in 2025 at $59.99, it sits in the accessible end of Botanicals. Price-per-piece comes in at $0.127, which is reasonable for what Botanicals typically runs.

The Botanical Collection subcategory within Botanicals has its own collector base, and sets in this range tend to hold interest well after retirement. Worth keeping on the radar if you're building a Botanicals collection.

Why This Set Is Special

#1 most-wanted in Botanicals. With 2,171 collectors wanting this set, it ranks #1 out of 18 Botanicals sets by demand — top 5.6%.

Part-out value 2.2x retail — The individual parts are worth $133.45 on BrickLink — 2.2x the $59.99 retail price. Exceptional part-out value.
18+ adult collector set — Designed for adult builders with more complex techniques and display-quality results.
On sale at 20% off — Available for $47.99, 20% under the $59.99 retail price.

Frequently Asked Questions

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