That’s paper!? Artist’s mindblowing Nintendo Famicom is accurate down to the circuit boards
Many of our readers, and especially fans of retro gaming, not to mention those who are old enough to remember playing with one, will probably…
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‘Paper Insects’ exhibition proves that art can come from the smallest things and simplest materials
Takuji Saito and Kensuke Saito are two generations of craftsmen who create fairytale-like worlds using only paper. They create intricate paper cutouts of insects that…
New line of shopping bags and gift boxes from Cosme Kitchen use sustainable materials
Cosme Kitchen, a specialty store for natural and organic cosmetics run by Mash Beauty Lab Inc., has redesigned its shopping bags and gift boxes using…
AIGRA kimono pattern earrings made with sustainable materials opens new website
Uniform Net Co., Ltd. announced in a press release that they opened a new website for their AIGRA brand of earrings inspired by Aizu-gata 会津型,…
Japanese maker develops world’s first foldable disposable paper razor
Japanese Kaijurishi was founded in 1908 in the town of Seki, Gifu prefecture, which is famous for its rich tradition and history of samurai sword…
These clever and stylish “pop-up” single-flower vases have six different designs in one book
Single-flower vases are great for displaying just the right flowers that match your mood of the day. But wouldn’t it be great if you could…
Defeat A Lobster In Rock, Paper, Scissors At Red Lobster Japan For A Free Lobster Plate
Janken is the Japanese equivalent of rock, paper, scissors, and as such it’s used to solve daily disputes over what to eat and the like….
Seemingly Magical Glowing Book Looks Like It Came Right Out of An Anime
You may have seen lamps which fold open like a book, but have you ever seen a book with light glowing from the actual letters…
Japanese Paper Artist Seiji Tsukimoto Creates Amazing Pop-Up Art With Movable Clockwork
Japan has no shortage of papercraft vituosos who can create wonderful objects of art. For example, we have seen intricate kirie papercutting by Shinobu Ohashi…
Japanese Twitter User Makes Papercraft Gun That Fires Wooden Bullets
If you search around for paper-based arts and crafts on Japanese Twitter, you’ll find a load of fascinating creations such as DIY sushi restaurant houses…
Astonishing Memo Pads Reveal Intricate Embedded Models The More You Use Them
Updated: February 12th, 2018 You don’t need to be a stationery enthusiast to appreciate this marvel of fine craftsmanship, beauty and utility. With their OMOSHIROI…
Japanese Artist’s Traditional Handmade Cut Paper Art Brings Old Text And Beautiful Animals To Life
In that past, we’ve seen some incredibly intricate and beautiful work produced by the art form of kirie, or traditional Japanese paper cutting, which is…
Laser-Cut Origami Paper Featuring Traditional Japanese Motifs Make Even More Beautiful Designs
One of Japan’s most popular and traditional forms of art, origami has been used around the world in everything from charming DIY lamps to tacos…
Japanese Artist Combines Paper Cutting And Washi Art To Create Heartwarming Masterpieces
Artists seeking to thrive in the fast-paced internet society of our modern times often take to social media to give their artwork more exposure on…
Epic Origami Model Of Godzilla Was Made With Just One Piece Of Paper
One of the focal points of Godzilla movies is undoubtedly the transformation of the King of Monsters himself, the numerous variations of his form revealed…