[Day Service] Setsubun decorations that bring smiles. Ideas for enjoying them with a variety of materials.

Setsubun decorations made with cardstock and yarn

For seniors who were good at arts and crafts in elementary school, we recommend this: “Setsubun decorations made with cardboard and yarn.” Some might worry, saying, “Even if I was good at it, that was ages ago…” but don’t worry—your hands will remember the feeling! Cut thick paper into the shape of an oni (demon) and stick felt onto it.

Then just decorate it with yarn, beads, glitter, and vinyl tape.

It’s even more fun when everyone gathers to make them together, so I think it’s a great idea to suggest for events where lots of people come together!

Setsubun crafts using a milk carton and origami

[Cute Setsubun Box] An easy Setsubun craft. Bean throwing! “Oni out, good fortune in!!”

This is a small container decorated with a cute ogre (oni) mascot made by combining a milk carton and origami.

Since it’s a box inspired by Setsubun, putting roasted soybeans inside would enhance the atmosphere.

Cut off the bottom of the milk carton, wrap it with origami and glue it on to make the base, then create the mascot and attach it.

If you assemble an oni from cut parts, it’s quick and easy; if you attach an oni made from a single sheet of origami, you can enjoy a more three-dimensional look.

It’s important to balance the color of the base with the color of the oni you attach.

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Setsubun wreath with an oni (ogre) and an okame (folk mask)

[Easy Origami] Setsubun Wall Decorations: “Oni” (Demon) and “Okame” (Smiling Lady)

During the cold winter months, you’ll likely spend more time enjoying crafts indoors.

Here’s a recommended wreath that lets you soak up the Setsubun atmosphere.

All you need is origami paper, so why not incorporate it into craft activities at your day service? The wreath base is made by creating several parts and assembling them.

By changing the colors and patterns of the parts, you can completely transform the look of the wreath—give it a try! The oni (ogre) and okame (traditional female mask) can also be made with simple folds.

Adding these instantly brings out the Setsubun vibe.

It’s perfect to take home and display in a room or by the entrance, and it also makes a delightful gift.

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oni-bako (devil’s box); commonly refers to the plant Carex multifolia (a type of sedge) known as “Devil’s sedge” or “Oni-bako” in English transliteration

News like “switching plastic straws to paper ones” now feels normal, doesn’t it? It’s an important step toward building a sustainable society.

So how about making the bean containers used for Setsubun out of paper instead of plastic? It’s two birds with one stone, since even the time spent making the boxes is fun.

If you can fold an origami box, small differences in shape are fine.

Please draw fun illustrations of oni (ogres) or Otafuku on the boxes.

Tutorials for making a box called an “onibako” have been uploaded to video sites—be sure to check them out!

Setsubun decorations for a stand frame

[100-yen store DIY] Finished in 10 minutes! Super easy Setsubun decoration tutorial

Why not make a lovely Setsubun stand frame to display in your entryway or living room? First, prepare a stand frame.

If you plan to add a photo later, a photo frame works too! Use stickers on the frame to arrange Setsubun-themed words.

Then simply glue on little figures like oni (ogres), Otafuku, or holly, and you’re done.

The design is up to you, so have fun creating it.

Adding a personal touch—like using real holly—could make it extra stylish!

An ogre ornament made from a paper tube core

[Setsubun Decorations] Making Ehomaki and Oni Ornaments

The cardboard tubes from toilet paper rolls are something you’ll find in any household.

We tend to throw them away, but they actually have some unexpected uses.

So here’s an idea: a little oni (demon) figurine made from a tube.

First, cut a piece of thick paper to the same diameter as the tube to make a lid.

Then treat the whole tube as the oni’s body: create horns and hair for the top, and add facial features below using yarn and felt.

Finally, wrap yarn around the lower part of the tube to make pants, and you’re done.

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sanpō (a Japanese term meaning “three sides/directions”; also a traditional wooden offering stand used in Shinto/Buddhist rituals)

[Origami] Easy! How to fold a Sanpō (offering stand). A traditional origami that can be used for moon-viewing decorations, Setsubun, Hinamatsuri, and more.

Traditional pastimes like beanbags (otedama), beigoma tops, cat’s cradle, and spinning tops—if you’re an older adult, you probably got hooked on all of them.

These days there’s so much fun all around us that I wonder if fewer children play with origami.

Many seniors can probably fold a sanpō with origami—the wooden stand used at New Year’s to display rice cakes.

It’s perfect for holding beans on Setsubun, so let’s fold lots of them for the festival.

It would be wonderful to fold sanpō together and have the folding method passed down from children to grandchildren.