In Japan, the tradition of folding square-shaped paper to make various shapes is known as origami. This form of paper artwork can range from simple to complex. Cranes, hats, animals, flowers, and shuriken are among the most common and traditional origami creations you may come across.
The main keys to remember when doing origami is to fold not only in the correct places, but also in the proper order.
A Skill Learned from Childhood
It is very common for Japanese children to learn origami at kindergarten age, starting with simple figures, and moving on to the more complex as they improve their skills. A person who is skilled at origami can make a crane in just a few short minutes, and a kabuto (helmet) in as little as 30 seconds.
Lucky Origami
It is believed that string of 1,000 paper cranes is a symbol of longevity. It is also traditional to give this to people who are ill or hospitalized, as a way to wish for their recovery and a long, healthy life.
Chiyogami
Originally, origami was always folded with a colorful type of Japanese paper called ‘chiyogami.’ During the early days of origami, the craft itself was actually referred to by this name as well. Even today, chiyogami can be seen in souvenir shops in Japan.
Why not try your hand at making some origami for yourself?
*Prices and options mentioned are subject to change.
*Unless stated otherwise, all prices include tax.
Limited time offer: 10% discount coupons available now!
Recommended places for you
-
Appealing
Sapporo Ramen Yokocho
Ramen
Sapporo / Chitose
-
Appealing
Rukku and Uohei
Izakaya
Sapporo / Chitose
-
LakeAkan
Rivers, Lakes & Canyons
Abashiri
-
Hokkaido University
Other Architecture
Sapporo / Chitose
-
Appealing
Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike)
Rivers, Lakes & Canyons
Furano / Biei / Sounkyo
-
Appealing
Asahiyama Zoo
Zoos, Aquariums & Botanical Gardens
Asahikawa
-
Where to Eat in Yokohama: 10 Must-Try Restaurants for Yakiniku, Izakayas, Unique Dining & More
-
12 Unique & Fun Tokyo Food Tours to Enjoy in 2024
-
The Complete Guide to the Kintetsu Rail Pass
-
15 Must-Try Restaurants in Ikebukuro: From Aged Yakiniku to All-You-Can-Eat Sushi, Plus Adorable Animal Cafés
-
15 Must-Try Sushi Restaurants in Tokyo (+5 Trending Areas to Explore for Foodies)
-
Step Into the Story: Inside Immersive Fort Tokyo
-
Noboribetsu Onsen: 5 Best Things to Do in Japan's Famous Hot Springs Town!
-
Matcha: How Powdered Green Tea is Produced
-
Visiting Hokkaido Japan: 14 Things to Know Before Traveling to Japan's Wild North
-
6 Surprisingly Cheap Things in Japan
-
What's New in Hokkaido? 8 Delicious Souvenir Snacks at Sapporo's Long-Running Souvenir Shop
-
Shopping in Sapporo: Ultimate Guide To Sapporo's Best Shops & Shopping Areas
- #best sushi hokkaido
- #things to do hokkaido
- #best ramen sapporo
- #what to bring to japan
- #new years in tokyo
- #what to buy in ameyoko
- #japanese nail trends
- #what to do in odaiba
- #onsen tattoo friendly tokyo
- #daiso
- #best sweets otaru
- #japanese fashion culture
- #best nature furano
- #japanese convenience store snacks
- #best japanese soft drinks