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

20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.

March is a month when the rich natural scenery begins to show its colors and you can feel the warmth of spring.

It’s also a season filled with various events, from traditional celebrations like Hinamatsuri (Doll’s Festival) to school graduations.

In this article, we’ve gathered easy origami ideas perfect for March—a milestone month for many children—that anyone can try casually.

We’ll focus on origami with fewer folds and simple techniques.

It’s also fun to combine several pieces and display them together.

Give these March-themed origami projects a try!

[For Kids] Recommended for March! Simple origami ideas for Hinamatsuri and graduation ceremonies (51–60)

three-legged sanpo (a traditional Japanese three-legged offering tray)

Origami “Box with a Foot” 折り紙「足つき三方の箱」

three-legged sanpo (a traditional Japanese three-legged offering tray)

A three-legged sanpō used for festivals and events becomes a three-dimensional and elegant piece when made with origami.

Fold the paper in half, crease firmly, then open it.

Fold the paper toward the center and tuck it inward to shape it.

Open it from the inside so it forms a rectangle, and make the base sturdy.

By tucking the paper inward to create triangular parts, the legs take shape.

Finally, fold it down while adjusting the form, and your three-legged sanpō is complete.

The latter steps include many fine processes, but try folding along with teachers or friends.

It’s also recommended to place it in front of Hina dolls or use it to hold small offerings.

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In conclusion

Have you found origami ideas perfect for March, such as flowers that bloom in spring or items that liven up seasonal events? For projects that require cutting with scissors, don’t forget to have a parent or teacher assist. Making seasonal origami with children can help them discover the charms of spring. Try creating March origami that lets you feel the traditions and culture of Japan.