Origami
Origami is the Japanese art of folding paper to create three-dimensional shapes and figures. This art dates back to the 7th century when paper was invented in China and later reached Japan. From there, origami became a popular cultural tradition in the country, passed down from generation to generation.
Origami is a means of artistic expression and creativity, allowing practitioners to create simple or complex forms from a single sheet of paper. In addition to being a recreational activity, origami holds significant cultural importance. For example, origami is often used in wedding ceremonies, symbolizing the union of the couple and the prosperity of their marriage.
Furthermore, origami has many other applications in Japanese culture, such as creating decorations for festivals, kimonos, furniture, ornaments, and utensils. It is also frequently used in the art of haiku, where a poem is accompanied by an origami figure that complements the meaning of the poem. Origami also has therapeutic and educational aspects, being utilized in schools and hospitals as a form of occupational therapy and educational activity.
Origami is an art that has spread worldwide and is practiced in many countries. Moreover, origami has become a symbol of Japanese culture in many places, often associated with the image of the country. The popularity of origami has further increased with the advent of the internet, allowing people from all over the world to share origami techniques and models, as well as create new figures.