How to Fold an Easy Traditional Origami Kimono

Have you ever seen a displayed kimono? That’s what this traditional origami kimono is all about.

This model is super simple to fold and a joy to look at. Plus, like the origami happi, you’ll get to try your hand at an easy squash fold.

Grab your best-looking chiyogami from the drawer, and let’s fold this elegant origami together in less than five minutes!

Origami Kimono Step-by-Step Instructions

• Difficulty: Easy – Beginner Level 2
• Folding time: Less than 5 minutes
• Model designer: Traditional
• Recommended paper: Chiyogami 15×15 cm (6×6 in)

Step 1

Start with the white side of the paper facing up. Fold in half vertically and then unfold.

Step 2

Fold in half horizontally.

Step 3

Fold a small strip along the dotted line and then unfold.

Step 4

Fold the bottom angles, aligning the side edges with the crease created in Step 3.

Step 5

Fold down the small strip created in Step 3 and turn the model over.

Step 6

Fold a small strip along the dotted line, aligning it with the other strip.

Step 7

Fold the top edges down to the center line and turn the model over.

Step 8

Open up the top layers and squash fold as shown on the diagram.

The Completed Origami Kimono

Great job on finishing your origami kimono!

Feel free to experiment with different types of paper to see how they can give your design a whole new look.

I recommend trying out Yuzen origami paper because its lovely patterns will really make your paper kimono stand out.

Share your origami kimonos with us in the comments or on social media. We’d love to see how yours turned out!