[For Kids] Recommended in March! Easy Origami Ideas for Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day) and Graduation Ceremonies

Japanese bush warbler

The bush warbler, beloved as a bird that heralds the arrival of spring, is perfect for March origami crafts.

Start by folding the paper in half and opening it back up.

Proceed carefully as you fold, keeping the head, beak, and wings in mind.

Since some precise folds are required, it’s a good idea to work together and consult with friends as you go.

To give it a more warbler-like roundness, tuck in the lower part slightly to refine the shape.

Finally, add a black sticker to complete its cute eye.

This origami activity helps train fine motor skills while sparking interest in springtime nature.

It’s also recommended as a decoration for the Doll Festival or graduation season.

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hishimochi (diamond-shaped layered rice cake for Hinamatsuri)

Introducing how to fold a hishi-mochi with origami! How about it as a decoration for March? [Ori-Tsuku]

Let’s make Hinamatsuri decorations! I’ll show you an idea for making hishimochi out of origami.

What you’ll need: quarter-size sheets of pink, white, light green, and black origami paper, plus glue or double-sided tape.

The folding steps are simple and easy to follow.

Some children might find the step of layering the papers a bit challenging, so it’s best to work together with a parent or teacher.

Use glue or double-sided tape as needed to attach the papers together.

Give it a try!

tiered platform for Hina dolls

[Cute Origami] How to Fold a Hinamatsuri “Three-Tier Display Stand” (Origami Time)

Let’s display the Hina dolls you made! Here are some ideas for creating a Hina platform with origami.

You’ll need two sheets of 15 cm x 7.5 cm origami paper, two sheets of 15 cm origami paper, three sheets of 15 cm origami paper, and glue.

The key to this idea is making crisp folds.

It’s also important to apply the glue in the right places, so it’s best to try it together with a parent or teacher.

You can also enjoy customizing it, so give it a try!

Three Court Ladies

[Origami Hina Matsuri] How to fold the Three Court Ladies / How to make origami Three Court Ladies.

Let me introduce a cute origami idea for making the three court ladies.

What you’ll need: three sheets of origami paper for the faces, three for the kimonos, three for the accessories, glue, black round stickers or a black pen, and red round stickers or a red pen.

When it comes to March events, many people probably think of Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day).

You can of course stick the finished pieces onto construction paper as a flat work to display, but you can also stand them up for display.

Since they don’t require a specific spot, it’s fun to think about where to place them!

Five Musicians

[One sheet of origami] Easy! How to fold cute Hina dolls for Hinamatsuri: the Five Musicians (seated hina). How to fold five musicians (hina doll) with origami. Easy!

Here’s an idea for making the Five Court Musicians (Gonin-bayashi) with origami.

You’ll need one sheet of black origami paper and one sheet of patterned origami paper.

This guide explains how to fold one musician.

If you make five, you’ll complete the full Gonin-bayashi—give it a try! When folding the kimono, focus on making crisp creases.

The black paper will be cut into smaller pieces, so it’s best to work together with a parent or teacher.

Have fun making it!