What age is this origami Heart for?

About Age 5+. It is rated “Easy” (level 2 of 5), with 6 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 “ハート”. 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.

★★Easy Seasons & HolidaysTraditional

How to make an origami HeartハートHeart

A bright red heart. Great for Valentine’s Day or to add to a letter.

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

How to fold

白い面を上にして、たて半分に折って折りすじをつける
Start with the white side up. Fold in half from side to side and unfold to make a crease.
上のかどを、まん中に合わせて折る
Fold the top corner down to the center.
下のかどを、上のふちに合わせて折る
Fold the bottom corner up to the top edge.
下のふちを、まん中の線に合わせて上へ折る
Fold the bottom edges up to the center line.
左と右を、まん中の線にそって立てるように折ります。
上の2つのかどを、うしろへ折る
Fold the two top points behind.
左右のかどを、うしろへ折る
Fold the left and right corners behind.
できあがり！ハートのできあがり！うらにメッセージを書いて、プレゼントしよう。
Finished! Your heart is finished! Write a message on the back and give it to someone.

Origami English in this model

❓ FAQ

What age is this origami Heart for?: About Age 5+. It is rated “Easy” (level 2 of 5), with 6 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 “ハート”. 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.