Origami Workshop in Cincinnati
Discover how a single sheet of paper becomes a crane, a flower, or a box—without cutting or glue.
Audience
All ages (6+ recommended)
Duration
60–90 minutes
Fee
Starts at $500
Origami Workshop
What Is Origami (折り紙)?
Origami (折り紙) is the Japanese art of paper folding. The word combines 折 (ori, “folding”) and 紙 (kami, “paper”). With no cutting or gluing, a flat square of paper is transformed into animals, flowers, boxes, and more—through careful sequences of folds.
Origami has been practiced in Japan for centuries, valued for its simplicity, beauty, and symbolism. It’s a quiet, focused activity that blends art with structure and tradition. Designs often reflect nature and seasonal celebrations, and the act of folding is seen as meditative and expressive.
What You Get from This Workshop
practice of origami.
You’ll Experience:
- Step-by-step folding of classic designs like cranes, frogs, and boxes
- Cultural background on the meaning and history of origami
- Guidance on paper selection and technique
Participants will leave with one or more completed pieces —and a sense of calm, focus, and accomplishment.
Workshop Details
Audience
Children (8+), teens, adults
Duration
60–90 minutes
Format
Hands-on folding with visual instruction
Fee
Starts at $500
Materials Included
Origami paper and instruction handouts
Setting
Ideal for classrooms, libraries, festivals, or group programs
About the Instructor
Naoko Shimizu
Frequently Asked Questions
Do participants need experience?
Not at all. The instructor begins with simple folds and builds confidence gradually.
Can we request specific shapes?
Is it messy or loud?
Can this be combined with other cultural activities?
Ready to Fold?
Book an origami workshop for your group and create something meaningful, beautiful, and personal.
Testimonials
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"Our students stayed focused the entire time—it was calm, fun, and deeply rewarding."
John Doe
— Elementary school teacher
"I loved walking away with something I made myself. I never thought I could do origami until today."
John Doe
— Adult participant
“The presenter was so engaging. Our students talked about it for days.”
John Doe
— High School Teacher, Cincinnati