What age is this origami Wallet for?

About Age 3+. It is rated “First Fold” (level 1 of 5), with 3 steps, and takes about 3 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 “さいふ” (財布). 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 WalletさいふWallet

A wallet with a pocket and a flap. Put paper money or cards inside and play shop!

3 steps
about 3 min
1 sheet of origami paper
Age 3+

How to fold

下のふちを、上へ大きく折り上げる
Fold the bottom edge up a long way.
上に白いところが 4分の1 くらいのこるように折ります。これがポケットになります。
上の2つの角を、三角に折る
Fold the two top corners down into small triangles.
上の白いところを、ポケットにかぶせるように下へ折る
Fold the top part down over the pocket to make the flap.
できあがり！とめるボタンをかいたら、さいふのできあがり！
Finished! Draw a button, and your wallet is finished!

How to play

紙で小さなお金やカードを作って、ポケットに入れよう。お店やさんごっこで「いくらですか？（How much is it?）」と言ってみよう。

Make small paper money and cards and put them in the pocket. Play shop and ask, "How much is it?"

Origami English in this model

❓ FAQ

What age is this origami Wallet for?: About Age 3+. It is rated “First Fold” (level 1 of 5), with 3 steps, and takes about 3 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 “さいふ” (財布). 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.