What age is this origami Card Case for?

About Age 5+. It is rated “Easy” (level 2 of 5), with 4 steps, and takes about 5 minutes.

What paper do I need?

One sheet of square origami paper (15 cm / 6 in). No scissors or glue are needed.

What is it called in Japanese?

In Japanese it is “カードケース”. The word origami (折り紙) itself means “folding paper”: ori = fold, kami = paper.

Can I print the instructions?

Yes. “Print the diagram” puts every step on one page (or a PDF), and the practice sheet has the crease lines printed on the paper. Free for home and classroom use.

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How to make an origami Card CaseカードケースCard Case

A case with a pointed flap that really holds cards. Small cards and notes fit in the pocket.

4 steps
about 5 min
1 sheet of origami paper
Age 5+

How to fold

下のふちを上へ折る（ポケットになる）
Fold the bottom edge up to make the pocket.
上に白いところを 4cm くらいのこします。
上の2つの角を、ななめに折る
Fold the two top corners down at a slant.
上を下へ折って、ふたをする
Fold the top down to close the flap.
左右を、うしろへ折る
Fold the left and right sides behind.
カードのはばに合わせて折ると、ちょうどよくなります。
できあがり！ふたを開けて、ポケットにカードを入れてみよう。カードケースのできあがり！
Finished! Open the flap and slip a card into the pocket. Your card case is finished!

How to play

じぶんで作ったメンバーズカードや、お店やさんごっこのポイントカードを入れてあそぼう。

Make your own member cards or point cards for playing store, and keep them in the case.

Origami English in this model

❓ FAQ

What age is this origami Card Case for?: About Age 5+. It is rated “Easy” (level 2 of 5), with 4 steps, and takes about 5 minutes.
What paper do I need?: One sheet of square origami paper (15 cm / 6 in). No scissors or glue are needed.
What is it called in Japanese?: In Japanese it is “カードケース”. The word origami (折り紙) itself means “folding paper”: ori = fold, kami = paper.
Can I print the instructions?: Yes. “Print the diagram” puts every step on one page (or a PDF), and the practice sheet has the crease lines printed on the paper. Free for home and classroom use.