[Childcare] Handmade Oni Masks: Craft Ideas by Material
We’ve put together ideas for DIY oni (ogre) masks you can make for Setsubun.
We’re sharing a variety of articles so you can choose from different materials for the base.
If kids stick on the oni’s facial features and hair, they’ll create one-of-a-kind masks full of originality! Oni masks aren’t just for kids—teachers can join in making them too, of course.
On Setsubun, let’s all wear our masks and enjoy lively bean-throwing together.
After Setsubun, the masks can also be used as props for pretend play.
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[Childcare] Handmade Oni (demon) masks: craft ideas by material (11–20)
paper bag
This is a wearable mask made using a paper bag.
Cut out the center of the paper bag with scissors so the face is visible.
Then attach horn and hair pieces to the top of the bag to finish.
You can cut a hole large enough to show the whole face, or just cut out the eye areas and draw the mouth expression—there are many ways to customize it.
For children around age two and up, let them freely draw hair patterns with crayons.
It’s also a good idea to gather paper bags in a variety of colors so children can choose their favorites.
Cute tissue-paper! Oni mask
An ogre mask featuring tissue-paper hair as a key accent is a perfect item to enliven February’s bean-throwing event! Make the base of the mask with red or blue construction paper.
Crumple tissue paper into balls and glue them onto the base.
To create a three-dimensional hair effect, it’s best to scrunch the paper before attaching it.
Make the eyes and horns using construction paper and crayons.
Once you’ve also made the nose, cheeks, and fangs, stick them onto the mask.
Connect a piece of thick paper with double-sided tape to two rubber bands, and you’re done! Create unique ogres—smiling, crying, angry—and enjoy Setsubun.
Make it with a cup-folding method! Setsubun goods
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Paper cups made with origami are very easy to make and can be customized, making them perfect for kids’ crafts or passing the time.
Here we introduce three Setsubun items that use paper-folded cups! Once you’ve made the basic cup, attach a face and a string to turn it into a bag.
If you use larger origami paper, it can hold lots of items and will surely be a hit.
Next, turn the cup upside down and add a face to make a finger puppet! It’s fun to make lots of them with small origami paper.
Finally, make a hat using newspaper or wrapping paper.
It can also be used as a substitute for a mask during bean-throwing, and the ways to use it are endless.
It’s a very simple folding method that you can enjoy, so give it a try!
How to Form a Demon Band
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Ogre headbands that are easy to make with everyday materials are items kids will love.
They’re a great idea for enjoying Setsubun and bean-throwing.
Cut a toilet paper roll and make a ring.
Cover it with your favorite origami paper, then round off the corners.
Use origami or colored construction paper to make and attach the horns, hair, and facial features.
Varying the number of horns, facial expressions, and face colors makes for a colorful and fun set of headbands.
Since they’re quick and easy to make, this is a perfect craft idea for young children.
Oni headband
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How about making oni headbands for the bean-throwing event? These colorful demon headbands are perfect for getting into the Setsubun spirit.
Attach horns made from construction paper to a long, narrow strip of thick paper.
Draw patterns on the horns, shape them into cones, and make a few small cuts so you can spread and secure them more easily.
Punch holes in both ends of the thick paper, tie on an elastic cord, then crumple tissue paper into balls and attach them.
Using two or three colors—or multiple colors—creates a bright and cute finish! You can make one horn or two, whichever you like.