I see what you mean, Shimps foliage is far more dense.
I think that your tree would do well in a balance between the open foliage vs the tight dense foliage in terms of design - the trunk is insanely powerful so perhaps something a little more dense would look more balanced, but too dense (i.e. to the degree of regular Shimpaku) would be too much for your liking.
Either either mate, it's going to be a bloody ripper it is.
Gotta keep an eye out for changing landscapes not to miss an opportunity like this if it ever comes my way!
Cheers for the updates again mate really appreciate it.
Mo
There are many ways to do things, but only one "best" way.