Densho Origami: Traditional Japanese Figures for Everyone

by Kodansha

Book Overview

Densho origami is based on figures from Japanese folklore, handed down from generation to generation for over a hundred years. These densho origami figures are all quite simple to make, but beautiful and balanced, and are considered an expression of Japan's heart, soul, wisdom, and culture.

Densho Origami introduces thirty-five of the most classic, beloved origami figures--the crane, the samurai helmet, the ninja star, the goldfish,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1568363826
• ISBN13: 9781568363820
• Release Date: February 2012
• Publisher: Kodansha International
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.4" x 9.9"