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[For Seniors] Recommended Origami for January

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Origami involves fine hand movements and is expected to stimulate the brain, so it’s a recreational activity that’s great to include for dementia prevention.

Another nice thing about origami is that it’s easy to enjoy and can be done together with grandchildren and family.

Here, we’ll introduce ways to fold and make origami—especially ideas you can enjoy in January.

Create items perfect for January events with origami, and enjoy them together while feeling the season.

There are plenty of ideas you can also apply to January wall decorations.

[For Seniors] Recommended Origami for January (41–50)

Simple origami ema (votive plaque)

Simple way to make an origami “Ema” plaque ~New Year’s origami~ | Japanese origami craft

Simple origami ema (votive plaque)

Let’s make an ema—prayer plaques essential for New Year’s—using origami.

It’s important to keep symmetry in mind and form the corners crisply.

The colored side of the origami and the string attached at the top will be the front, while the back will remain white, so it could be fun to have people write their wishes on that white area.

If you’re writing wishes before folding, try adding more small reverse folds so the white area ends up larger.

For the front, it’s recommended to draw patterns or add decorations to give it a New Year’s feel.

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced some origami ideas to enjoy in January.

There are items unique to this month and flowers that represent the season—some are a bit challenging, but all are worth trying.

There are pieces you can make and display, so please feel free to take them home and decorate your space with them.