“Japan Junction” is returning to the Levy Park Spring Break lineup with the Daily Fold. Join us daily to transform a flat square sheet of paper into sculpted creations!
Each program will feature a new design with two levels of difficulty, allowing kids of all ages to enjoy the art of origami. This year’s Daily Fold will take you on an origami journey through Osaka’s rich culture and iconic landmarks in celebration of WORLD EXPO 2025, which the City of Osaka will host from April 13 to October 13.
Fold your way through:
Hanami – Enjoy the beauty of the sakura and the pansy, official flowers of Osaka.
Dotonbori – Stroll past Osaka’s vibrant streets and recreate its unique signboards.
Osaka Castle – Find and fold the animal hidden within this historic site.
Harubasho – Experience the excitement of the Spring Sumo Tournament.
Expo Icons – Meet MyakuMyaku, the official mascot of EXPO 2025, and craft the legendary Tower of the Sun from EXPO 1970.
Origami paper and instruction will be provided by the Japan-America Society of Houston. Let the folding fun begin and celebrate this special year with us!
Monday | March 10 | Osaka City Symbol Flowers (lead by Levy Park)
Cherry Blossom [Beginner] *needs scissors
Pansy [Intermediate/Advanced]
Tuesday | March 11 | Unique Signboards in Dotonobori, Osaka
Crab [Beginner]
Blowfish [Intermediate/Advanced]
Wednesday | March 12 | Harubasho, Spring Sumo Tournament*
Sumo wrestler face [Beginner]
Sumo wrestler [Intermediate/Advanced]
*The tournament will be held on March 9-23
Thursday | March 13 | Animal in Osaka Castle
Tiger face [Beginner]
Japanese castle [Intermediate/Advanced]
Friday | March 14 | Expo Mascot/Symbol of the Past and Present
Myakumyaku [Beginner] (Yakko & Hakama origami)
Tower of The Sun [Intermediate/Advanced] (Crane origami)