[For Seniors] Enjoy Something New Every Day! Today’s Origami

Decorative celebratory crane

[Origami] Let's make a celebratory crane ornament out of paper. 🐦

Cranes have long been regarded as symbols of longevity and peace, and they’ve become a beloved, classic motif for celebratory occasions.

Origami cranes—known as “celebration cranes”—make perfect decorations for Respect-for-the-Aged Day.

We’ll fold them using reversible crepe paper you can buy at a 100-yen shop.

The folding process is the same as a standard crane up to a certain point, so it may be easy for older adults to try.

When you open the wings, the gold interior appears, creating a gorgeous celebration crane.

Attach it to a coaster and add decorations with a fan or clay to finish.

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Spiral bouquet

[Origami / Copy Paper] Spiral Bouquet / [Paper Flower] Spiral Bouquet

A spiral bouquet made with origami and drinking straws can create a bright, festive atmosphere for celebrations.

Why not use vibrant origami paper to celebrate Respect for the Aged Day? Cut off the flexible tip of a bendy straw and make 4–5 slits.

Make the flowers using origami paper that’s one-quarter the standard size.

Create four parts, round off the petal edges on each, then crease them to form an accordion fold.

Attach them into the slits on the straw, and then add the remaining accordion-folded parts to finish.

It’s an easy method, but it requires delicate work, making it a great recommendation for recreational activities for seniors.

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Colorful garland

Introducing how to make a garland to decorate your wall! We made it using origami paper | DIY How to Make a Paper Fan Garland [Tukuru]

Colorful garlands are items that instantly brighten the atmosphere just by being displayed.

Let’s decorate with garlands to celebrate Respect for the Aged Day! Fold several sheets of origami into accordions and combine them.

To make them easy to hang, attach small pieces to the ends, and you’re done.

Choosing color combinations is where your sense of style shines.

The method is very simple, so it should be fun to make together with seniors.

Add origami flowers and other decorations to enhance the festive mood for Respect for the Aged Day!

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Two-tone fan crane

Origami: 'Two-Colored Fan Crane'

The red-and-white fan crane is a perfect motif for celebrations.

How about making it together with seniors as an item to liven up Respect-for-the-Aged Day? After folding a red sheet of origami paper in half twice, make a cut in the center.

Fold along the cut and create an accordion fold.

Use the other side to fold the crane.

From here, the work becomes more detailed, but the steps are the same as folding a standard crane.

When making the second one, change the color or reverse the front and back before folding.

Combine the two pieces to complete the fan crane.

The fine movements in origami help exercise seniors’ fingers and provide good stimulation for the brain.

Let’s all make them and enhance the atmosphere for Respect-for-the-Aged Day.

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celebratory crane

[Origami] How to Fold a Festive “Celebration Crane” — Origami Celebration Crane [With Voice Commentary] / Baaba’s Origami

When it comes to celebrations, you can’t go without the celebratory crane, can you? Many people give them as gifts to seniors on special occasions like New Year’s, Respect for the Aged Day, and birthdays.

Cranes have long been considered symbols of longevity and are auspicious birds for older adults.

This time, let’s make a celebratory crane with origami.

Once you master the basic way to fold a crane, it’s easy to create.

Using luxurious origami paper suitable for celebrations will result in a gorgeous, festive crane—highly recommended! Writing a congratulatory message on the wings would likely be appreciated as well.

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Heart with a ribbon

[Origami] Cute Puffy Heart with Ribbon — Origami Heart with Bow [With Voice Commentary] / Grandma's Origami

February 14 is Valentine’s Day.

Some senior and care facilities may also hold Valentine’s Day events, don’t you think? These loving events often involve giving chocolates or sweets as presents.

Let’s make a ribbon-topped origami heart to add a festive touch to such occasions.

Prepare a rectangular sheet of origami paper by cutting a square sheet in half.

Make the creases and proceed with the folding.

There are some detailed steps, such as holding the paper down with one finger while folding with another.

This fine finger work helps stimulate the brain, but if the difficulty is high, staff should provide support.

The cute design of a heart with a ribbon on top is sure to delight older adults.

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Nakajima Junko

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flower card

[Origami] How to Make a Flower Card ♪ Perfect for Mother’s Day and Birthdays! [100-Yen Store DIY!]

Let’s celebrate a birthday with a floral card.

Fold and cut origami paper to create flower shapes.

By changing the fold lines and cutting positions, you can make flowers in different sizes.

Using patterned origami paper makes it look even more beautiful.

Stack three to five origami flowers from largest to smallest, and write a message in the center of the top flower.

As each petal is opened one by one, a heartfelt message is revealed.

Older adults may also feel excited, wondering, “What will appear when I open the petals?” It’s also fun that the mood changes depending on the colors and patterns of the origami you use.

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