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Oct 30, 2024
Making Origami Christmas Stars
What could be more magical than Christmas stars! These easy-to-make origami stars look beautiful on the Christmas tree, or as gift...


Jun 20, 2024
Making Fuji-san Origami
This spring we took a road-trip out to the beautiful Yamanashi area of Fuji Five Lakes. At the Fujisan World Heritage Centre I saw cute...


Jan 5, 2024
Making Origami Valentine Hearts
I love this time of year - the snowdrops will soon be showing their pale green shoots, the little birds are hopping about in the garden,...


Nov 28, 2023
Making Origami Christmas Trees
I discovered these gorgeous little paper Christmas trees in Snow Peak's London store, when I was recently invited to hold furoshiki and...


Mar 15, 2023
Let's Make Furoshiki Wraps and Bags for Easter!
Spring is on its way, and here in the Cotswolds there will soon be lambs in the fields and blossom on the trees! It will be soon be...


Jun 30, 2022
A Look at Origami Kimono Dolls
Here at Zusetsu, we're fascinated by the popular paper craft of Japan called origami. In this blog, not only do we want to have a try at...


Dec 16, 2021
Zusetsu 2021 Rewind!
As we near the end of 2021, the Zusetsu Team wraps up the year by reflecting on some key highlights.


Jun 9, 2021
Get Creative with Washi Tape!
Have some fun getting creative with our new range of washi tapes and stickers! Here at Zusetsu we've had a tremendous time getting...


May 12, 2021
Furoshiki Gift Wrapping - Creative Ideas from Japan
We have an incredibly beautiful range of furoshiki from Kyoto in our online store ! Gift Wrapping: Creative Ideas from Japan is a book...


May 4, 2021
Children's Day, Koinoburi, and the Iris
What is Children’s Day? Children's Day (こどもの日, Kodomo no Hi) is a national holiday in Japan, which takes place every year on the 5th of...


Feb 18, 2021
What is Hina Matsuri?
Yukki's set of hina dolls that her parents bought for her when she was born :) Are you interested in Japanese festivals and traditions?...


Dec 11, 2020
Zusetsu's Gift Guide for Japan-Lovers!
Do you have a friend or family member who is crazy about Japan? With Christmas just around the corner, are you looking for the perfect...
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