Cool origami that boys will love and want to fold
When it comes to origami that boys love, cool vehicles and weapons are definitely the most popular! One of the best parts is that once you finish making them—like airplanes, trains, swords, or kunai—you can play with them right away.
In this article, we’ve gathered special ideas that will make boys who are tired of ordinary origami light up with excitement.
You’ll find lots of creations that tickle the hearts of boys who love cool rides and epic battles.
Once you’re done, have fun playing with friends or displaying them in your room!
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Moving mechanisms and playable toys (1–10)
Push Pop Triangle
The push-pop that snaps back to its original shape no matter how many times you press it is so mysterious and fun, isn’t it? Let’s get three sheets of origami ready and make one.
When folding the push-pop, if your creases are misaligned, it might not pop back when pressed, so it’s best to fold carefully and precisely.
After folding the three parts, fit the origami pieces together without any misalignment to form the push-pop shape.
Using sturdier paper like cardstock or strong origami paper is also recommended.
poop; poop (informal)
It may have a strong image of being disliked as something dirty, but many people probably can’t help but laugh when it shows up.
This is an origami piece that uses that symbol of dirty jokes as its motif, aiming more to emphasize cuteness.
It’s simple—just keep adding stepped layers to a triangle—and lightly twisting the tip is an important point to give it the right feel.
By drawing a cute face at the end, you complete that character.
Using colorful origami paper further reduces the sense of realism and makes it more approachable as a character.
Super easy! How to fold a spinning topNEW!
Here’s an easy way to fold a spinning top that even small children can make.
First, fold it into a triangle twice and open it back up.
Once open, fold all four corners toward the center.
Fold each of the four edges slightly inward.
Using the creases you made, fold the center corners outward.
Fold the triangular parts inward.
Finally, make firm creases so that the square lines become the top’s axis.
If it spins well, you’re done! The folding method is simple, so if it doesn’t spin well, try sharpening the creases or making small adjustments.
Spinning origami
This is a fun origami activity where pieces spin as they fall while catching the wind.
The first is a ring-shaped piece that looks like glasses, the second is a fish-shaped piece, and the third is a curious boomerang-shaped piece.
Each one catches the wind and spins differently, so it’s fun to observe.
It’s great that all you need is origami paper, glue, and scissors.
The tasks of cutting with scissors and applying glue are simple, so even young children can enjoy the sense of accomplishment of making their own original creations.
Menko
Menko is a game where you compete to flip your opponent’s pieces.
Why not make your own cool, original menko using origami? Prepare two sheets of origami paper—you can mix different colors if you like.
Fold a sheet into a rectangle to make a crease, then fold both sides in toward that crease.
Fold the corners back diagonally, tuck the protruding parts to the back, then fold in half to crease it.
Continue folding so it forms a diamond shape.
Flip it over and crease both side corners toward the center.
Combine it with the other sheet folded in the same way, and you’re done! Make them with your friends and give the game a try.
Rolled-up pill bug
If you look around a park, you can usually find at least one pill bug, and for many children it’s one of the most familiar insects.
Here’s an idea for making a pill bug out of origami.
What’s more, this pill bug jumps with a pop when you press and release it, and it curls up into a ball! Kids who love pill bugs will of course enjoy it, and even those who are a bit squeamish might be happy to play with an origami pill bug.
It’s not too difficult to make.
The key to making it look neat is to crease firmly.
Since you’ll be making quite a lot of fine creases, take your time and do each one carefully.
Moving mechanisms and playable toys (11–20)
clock
Isn’t a wristwatch the perfect item you can wear and show off to everyone? Believe it or not, you can make one with origami! It has a three-dimensional finish and you can actually wear it on your wrist, so give it a try.
You’ll make both the band and the watch face from a single sheet of origami paper.
The folds are mostly basic, but there are a few slightly tricky parts, so if it’s difficult, ask a parent or guardian to help.
Once you draw the numbers and the hour and minute hands on the face, it’s complete! Using double-sided origami paper or decorating the band would make it look even nicer!
Easy-to-play! How to fold a spinning topNEW!
Here’s an easy and cool way to fold a spinning top.
Please prepare three sheets of origami paper.
First, fold the paper in half into a square twice.
Open it and fold it into a triangle twice.
Open it, fold it like a boat, then squash it into a square.
Using the center as the axis, fold up the edges of each of the four squares.
Open the folded sections and squash-fold them.
Use the remaining two sheets to fold the center and the top’s axle.
Align the center and the axle, and you’re done! If you make them in various sizes, they also make great decorations, so I recommend it.
Let’s blow and play! How to fold a blow-top (spinning top you spin by blowing)NEW!
This is a fun blow-top origami that spins when you blow on it.
First, prepare two square sheets of origami paper, and place one with the colored side facing down.
Fold it in half into a triangle, then fold it into a triangle once more.
Open it up, then fold it in half into a square and continue with the “zabuton” (cushion) fold.
Using the closed side as the axis, fold up the left and right edges on both sides.
Fold down the triangles on the two faces.
Make two of these and fit them together.
Try blowing on it with a “fuu—.” Blow strongly or gently and enjoy the differences in how it spins!
Origami “Hand Spinner”
The “hand spinner,” which once caused a huge boom, can actually be made with origami! You can finish it using things you likely have at home: three sheets of origami paper, scissors, a stapler, and an awl.
Try making it by following the folding method explained in the video.
It’s also fun to experiment with different color combinations!