[Children’s Day] Let’s make a handmade samurai helmet! A collection of fun, easy crafting ideas

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As Children’s Day approaches, you naturally want to prepare a cool helmet to celebrate your child’s growth.Store-bought ones are lovely, but handmade pieces have a special warmth.From items made with familiar materials like origami and felt to projects that follow more authentic crafting methods, there are actually many ways to make a kabuto by hand!Some are meant for display, while others can actually be worn—there’s a wide range of finishes.In this article, we’ll introduce handmade kabuto ideas that make use of various materials and techniques.There are also projects you can try together with your child, so be sure to use them as inspiration!

[Children’s Day] Let’s make a handmade samurai helmet! A collection of fun-to-make ideas (21–30)

A kabuto made with tsumami-zaiku, displayed in a clear case

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Kabuto for Children’s Day. First piece for Children’s Day. I also bought a clear case in a different shape, so I’d like to make the next version too!Handmade #TsumamiZaiku Tango no Sekku (Boys' Festival/Children's Day)Children's Day
♬ Koino carp, nursery rhyme, spring, Japanese style, piano – Dream Side Records

Many families may find that store-bought kabuto decorations are quite large and difficult to display at home.

In such cases, this kabuto decoration is recommended because it can be easily placed on a tabletop or in the entryway.

Prepare a clear case, which you can buy at a 100-yen shop, and attach fabric or felt with traditional Japanese patterns to the sides and the bottom.

After that, simply place the kabuto decoration made with tsumami-zaiku inside.

Along with the kabuto, try adding other tsumami-zaiku decorations such as carp streamers and kashiwa-mochi to create a lively, festive look!

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Choco Baby Kabuto

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A carpenter seriously tried making a kabuto helmet out of Choco Baby! *The giant Choco Baby in the background was borrowed from Meiji for production purposes.#PR #ChocoBaby60thAnniversary Choco Baby #Infinite Choco Baby #chocobaby
♬ Powerful songs like action movie music – Tansa

Melt Choco Baby candies in a hot-water bath, first shape them into a circle to make the base.

Then place additional Choco Baby pieces on top one by one, and it will gradually take the shape of a kabuto (samurai helmet).

Once chilled and set, you’ll have an adorable, three-dimensional mini chocolate kabuto.

By playing with colors and arrangement, you can create your own original design, and the process itself is part of the fun.

It’s easy to make and enjoyable to do with children.

This is a delightful sweets activity, perfect as a Children’s Day treat or a small gift.

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Kabuto ornament made with pom-poms and origami

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Easy ✨ Can be made using only 100-yen store items 🎏Gogatsu Ningyo (Boy’s Day dolls)Children's Day How to make #100-yen-shop Tango no Sekku (Boys' Festival/Children's Day)Helmet Origami #Production Video
♬ Stylish cafe-style BGM – Hiro Hattori

If you’re good at detailed handiwork, why not try making this cute kabuto (samurai helmet) decoration? Prepare one white pom-pom and one pom-pom in your favorite color.

Stick the two together with double-sided tape, then attach origami kabuto decorations on top.

Cut origami paper into thin strips for a belt and into trapezoids for armor, and stick each piece on.

Place an origami-folded helmet on the head.

Since everything is assembled using double-sided tape, it’s easy to put together.

If you like, add eyes using decorative stickers.

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Lego helmet

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This time it’s a “LEGO helmet you can make in 10 minutes.” Honestly, displaying a helmet or carp streamer is kind of a hassle... When our eldest was born, my father-in-law gave us a huge carp streamer, but there was no way we could put it up on the balcony of our small apartment. So every year we make a “wall-mural style” carp streamer and hang it on the wall. And we politely declined the helmet... 😂 A LEGO helmet, though—once you gather the parts, it takes less than 10 minutes to finish! The parts aren’t anything too special either. I’ll put a detailed parts list in the “How to Build” highlight! We sized it to fit a stuffed animal and the kids were thrilled! (Second- and fifth-grade boys, totally into stuffed animals 😂) ------- We share fun brain-boosting activities that get elementary school kids more absorbed than the Switch and help grow their talents! Check out the other posts too! -------Elementary school kids' play Brain-boosting play Translation Children's Day Kabuto ornament
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Here’s a hugely popular LEGO idea that lets you enjoy your very own original design.

First, build the base head shape, then customize it with your favorite colors and parts to create a unique, cool kabuto helmet.

Since you’re combining small bricks, it naturally fosters concentration and spatial awareness too.

After it’s finished, you can display it on your favorite figure or take photos to keep as memories.

Making it with family or friends lets you swap ideas, turning the building process itself into a big part of the fun.

It’s safe and easy to try, so it’s also recommended as a Children’s Day craft activity.

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Cat fur helmet

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Cat-ear helmet made from cat furChildren's Day CatCat wool felt
♬ Echo Echo Song – Ujitamai

Recommended for cat owners! Here’s an idea for a cat-hair kabuto (samurai helmet) made just for your kitty.

First, use your cat’s fur and shape it with curves to resemble a helmet.

Once you’ve rolled it to about the size of your cat’s forehead, smooth the surface.

Add cat ears using the fur as well.

Finally, poke in strands to create your favorite pattern, and it’s done! It’s soft and safe, so your cat can wear it without fuss, and it carries the warmth of a handmade craft.

Perfect for Children’s Day celebrations or photo shoots.

Try it as a fun craft you can enjoy together with your cat.

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An origami samurai helmet that can stand up for display

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Make it with a single sheet of origami! A standing display “Kabuto” (samurai helmet) 💙 No glue or scissors needed—super easy to make♪ You can stand it up for display, too◎ Perfect for Children’s Day crafts! Check my profile for detailed instructions 👀🌟Origami origami plaza Children's Day Translation cool #origamiThis piece is an original origami creation. Unauthorized reproduction or reuse is strictly prohibited.
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Here’s how to fold a kabuto (samurai helmet) using a single sheet of origami paper—no glue or scissors needed.

First, fold it using the zabuton base, then squash-fold it into a triangle.

On one side, fold both corners up diagonally to suggest the shape of a kabuto.

Fold so that the white side shows at the sections you’ve just lifted.

Next, fold both side edges inward and fold up the center tip.

Shape it neatly to finish.

It can stand up for display, making it perfect for a Children’s Day craft! Try making it in different colors to brighten up your Children’s Day celebration.

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Paper clay helmet

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How about using paper clay to make your very own kabuto (samurai helmet)? First, carefully shape the helmet with the clay, freely add decorative details, and let it dry.

Then paint it in your favorite colors to complete an original design.

With creative colors and patterns, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind piece.

The painting process is part of the fun, too.

Once it’s dry, you can display it—perfect for Children’s Day decorations or as a prop for commemorative photos.

It’s easy and safe to make, so it’s a great craft for kids and adults to enjoy together.

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