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[Origami] Cool DIY Ideas for Paper Shuriken
“Ninja play” is often incorporated into childcare settings.
When you think of ninjas, shuriken are especially cool, and many boys in particular may want to pretend to throw them.
In this article, we introduce ideas for making shuriken out of origami.
From classic shuriken that kids can fold, to cool-looking ones, to shuriken you can launch with a rubber band, we’ve got a variety of ideas.
Some steps are a bit tricky, but there are videos showing how to fold them, so if you find a shuriken you like, be sure to give it a try!
[Origami] Cool Handmade Shuriken Ideas (1–10)
Cool shuriken
This is a stylish-looking shuriken characterized by its sharply pointed shape on all four sides.
It uses a single sheet of origami, and a key point is that no scissors are needed; you form the shuriken shape using only crease guides and clever folds.
What’s important is to keep the four-way division of the paper clearly in mind and to fold each block evenly—this is crucial for a clean finish.
Since both the front and back colors are visible, pay attention to your color choices and aim to create your own cool-looking shuriken.
Sliding shuriken
This is a fun trick shuriken: when you slide it, four more blades appear from behind the initial four.
You use four rectangular pieces made by cutting two sheets of origami paper in half, and fold all of them into identical parts.
The key is how you stack the parts—imagine layering the standard method for a four-blade shuriken that uses two rectangles, but done twice.
Paying attention to how you insert the pieces is crucial; if you stack them firmly, the sliding mechanism will be added.
Once you can slide it with one hand, you’ll be able to make it look even cooler.
three-bladed shuriken
When you think of shuriken, the four-pointed type is probably what comes to mind, but in reality they came in many shapes.
Let’s make a three-pointed shuriken out of origami that shows off this variety.
The method is simple: create parts from three sheets of origami paper and assemble them by inserting each piece into the others.
For finer steps like folding back and inserting tabs, using a bamboo skewer is recommended.
Paying close attention to the creases and how the layers overlap, and making sure both sides’ colors are visible, will give you a beautifully cool result.
Shuriken Boomerang
A shuriken-shaped boomerang that spins and slowly returns when thrown forward.
You’ll use four sheets of origami paper, making a part from each sheet and then assembling them.
Paying close attention to how you connect the parts not only improves durability but also affects how it catches the air when thrown.
Finally, bend the tips of the blades so they catch the air—being mindful of the fold-back is another key point.
With adjustments to both the folding method and your throwing technique, you can figure out how to make it return more smoothly.
Transforming shuriken
This is an origami with a fun transformation mechanism that switches between a shuriken shape and a circle by sliding the parts.
The movement of changing the shape and revealing the shuriken feels like a scene from a story.
You assemble eight parts to form a circle, and each part includes a small inner fold that enables the transformation.
Paying attention to the creases and making all the parts identical is the key to smooth transformations and a beautiful final shape.
shuriken
Let’s fold a shuriken out of origami—hugely popular at preschools, kindergartens, and for making at home.
If it’s your first time, practice while watching the video.
The video shows close-ups of the hands and explains slowly and clearly.
Once you master the folding method, you can make shuriken in all sizes, from large to small.
It’s also fun to use different patterns and your favorite colors to create colorful shuriken.
Fold lots of shuriken with your child and play ninja together.
A shuriken that looks like a flower
A cool shuriken with a bulging center and a distinctive three-dimensional look.
It’s made from just a single sheet of origami, and clever folding techniques add volume.
When making the fine creases, using a bamboo skewer is recommended; paying attention to these tiny folds and making precise folds leads to greater depth and beauty.
Since only the front color shows on this shuriken, choosing the color of the origami is an important point for expressing originality.
Shuriken with a hole
This is a cool shuriken with a hole in the center and a sturdy look created by layered origami.
It’s made by combining parts folded from eight sheets of origami, and a clever use of reverse folds and interlocking parts creates the central hole.
There are some tricks to inserting pieces into the ones beside them and to making the reverse folds, but this is the key to making a durable shuriken, so pay close attention.
If the tucking steps are difficult, using a bamboo skewer to push pieces into the gaps is also recommended.
Rubber band shuriken
This origami focuses on a key aspect of the shuriken as a weapon: being launched forward.
By folding a single sheet of paper and carefully considering the creases and layers, you shape it into something like a square with a missing corner.
Then, hook a rubber band onto the missing section and snap it to send the model spinning forward like a shuriken.
The crucial points are folds and overlaps that induce rotation when it flies forward, and sturdy layering that can withstand the snapping motion with the rubber band.
Shuriken (spiral type)
This shuriken has a look like it’s swirling toward the center, and the layered volume is really interesting.
You’ll use four sheets of origami, folding each into a long, narrow piece, stacking the parts, and then alternately folding down the protruding sections.
These folds get finer toward the end, so if it feels difficult, using a bamboo skewer is a good tip.
Choosing color combinations carefully and folding in the correct order will help the spiral look beautiful.