Origami Art is an art of folding paper. The word originally comes from the Japanese words 'Oru' and the other 'Kami'. Oru means to fold and Kami signify paper. Altogether, they make the word 'Origami'. It consists of the creation of different forms of paper usually by folding. However, it involves various techniques. One can create lots of objects with it. Well, objects are made up of a special kind of origami paper. This picture is delivered with courtesy of "cp.c-ij". However, the Japanese utilized just one paper piece when they folded origami for the first time. Once upon a time, teachers in school taught origami. But at present, children … [Read more...]
Origami Cranes – The Symbol Of Peace, Luck, And Longevity
How to make a crane using origami IntroductionToday we will make a popular figure in the art of origami – a crane. This is a most common and well beloved of all artists all over the world. In Japanese it is called the crane and in Chinese simply "bird". You´ll need A sheet of white paper. Scissors and pencil. Origami cranes – the meaningful gifts for family members and friends Steps 1. Take your scissors and cut out a square piece of paper. How to make a crane using origami – Step 1 2. Bend it diagonally to create a triangle. Fold the paper in half again, aligning the sides. You will be have a triangle again, only smaller. How to make a crane using origami – Step … [Read more...]
Thousand Origami Cranes And Their Spiritual Meanings
It is asserted that everyone has his own hopes and wishes. According to Japanese tradition, 1000 Paper Cranes (also referred to as Senbazuru) can help people to cherish their wishes and make them become true. A person who folds 1000 Origami Cranes will be granted a chance to make one significant wish. Legend says that the Cranes – the holy creature – can live up to 1000 years that will mystically bring luck, 1000 Origami Cranes will help you make one wish become true peace, contentment, and success to the ones that hold 1000 Paper Cranes. Every hope involved longevity, happiness, luck, health, etc., are all addressed. Under that light, folding these paper beautiful birds, you … [Read more...]
Interesting Facts About Japanese Culture
When it comes to Japan, all of us will think it as the "Land of Rising Sun". To be known as one of the major economic powers in the world these days, Japan has attracted a larger number of tourists from many parts of the world every year. If you want to know the reasons, this article will give you lots of featured things around Japanese Culture. Facts about Japanese Festivals In Japan, there will be some popular festivals including Aomori Nebuta Festival – that is held in August, Sakura Festival and Doll Festival – both are held in March. Normally, the Sakura Festival will be the way that Japanese celebrate the blossoming of cherry plants. Besides, February seems to be the festive month for … [Read more...]
Secrets Behind Japanese Origami Lucky Stars
The vast majority of people are willing to make jars of origami lucky stars for their beloveds before their adventures, exams, flights, vacations, etc. Meaningfully, the Japanese paper stars embrace the good luck. If your friend are about to study in Japan, what gift will you give him? Of course, a jar of lucky stars is the cool suggestion. Such the small gift brings the large happiness that nothing can replace. The little cute stars will definitely make the receiver delighted with the happy smile. Hence, before creating your hand-made gift, be judicious to know its secrets for the fullest understanding. Intriguing Story behind Origami Lucky Stars Once upon a time, there was a little … [Read more...]