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~ Kunihiko Kasahara (Author) "Simply folding a plain sheet of paper generates infinitely variable expressions that can be used in producing human facial emotional displays as well as in..." (more)
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With more than 250 projects of many different types and levels of difficulty, this bestselling, encyclopedic work contains traditional and modern paper-folding methods, and includes folds for the beginner and works calculated to challenge the experts.

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Kunihiko Kasahara is an internationally-renowned origami artist residing in Japan.

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  • Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: Japan Publications; 2nd edition (November 1, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 4817090014
  • ISBN-13: 978-4817090010
  • Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.1 x 1.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #159,329 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Truly wonderful, February 24, 2002
By Nels Lindberg (Seattle, WA United States) - See all my reviews
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Some of the folds are very difficult to understand, yes. However, with a little perseverence, many can be figured out. There's nothing quite like finishing an origami when you had to struggle through some difficult folds to do it. The few times a fold has me completely stymied, this book has such a wealth of material to choose from, it is always easy to set the paper aside and find another project, just as fascinating, hopefully more tractable. This book's greatest strength is its variety. In terms of subject matter, difficulty levels, and sheer number of fascinating forms, I have not yet seen a superior volume.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars delightful, March 3, 2004
By Christopher Satterfield (Orlando, FL United States) - See all my reviews
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This is a huge volume with a large variety of subjects presented. Going from memory, there are masks, dinosaurs, animals, boxes, modular polyhedrons, and more. It would be hard for one to leaf through this book and not find at least a few models that are "must-folds".

This may not be the best book for beginners. I played around with origami a bit as a child and this is the first book I've ever bought. I've had a few problems following the more complex diagrams, but usually after a test fold (where I end up completely mangling the paper) I can re-do the project with little difficulty. There is little-to-no indication of the difficulty of models, e.g. they certainly aren't arranged by difficulty, but its simple enough to determine that a project with 30 steps will be much more difficult than a project with 8 steps.

What I find especially inspiring in this volume is the author's scant text. He communicates the history and beauty of origami in a simple manner. His passion definitely shows through. I wouldn't have expected to develop such an appreciation from one volume. Folding has become a relaxing, meditative hobby for me, and I'd recommend this volume for anyone seeking the same.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Reprint of th 1988 book, August 7, 2005
This is essentially a reprint of the 1988 book with a new cover. That said, I have to admit that anyone who didn't purchase a copy of that volume at the time is indeed lucky to have the opportunity presented to them again in this book.

Kasahara jumps the student right into some very elaborate models. Most are purely delightful. I am particularly impressed with the masks and plan on making some of them in large paper for wall decore for friends this Christmas. Many of the designs are presented in other books on the subject, but Kasahara frequently goes one better or beyond. The Persian cat is probably one of the nicest models of a cat I've found.

One of the interesting things about this book is the author's marriage of origami to geometry and mathematics. The book has some of the most comprehensive discussions on the relationships of three dimensional geometric objects to one another that I've ever seen in an origami book. While I was more interested in the artist's rendering of new models and didn't get as deeply into the geometrics of the art, I have to admit, the discussions were very cogent and would be an asset to a math teacher.

Probably the most magnificent of the book's presentations is one based precisely on the above topic. The author presents an ingenious box which opens out successively into smaller boxes that create a huge tableux of fall, winter, summer and spring, complete with animals, trees, boats, mountains and houses. How better to reveal the true volume of a cube than by this means!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ecclectic Origami Masterpiece
This is a wonderful book full of all kinds of origami. Most of the models are simple to intermediate. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Matt Harnick

5.0 out of 5 stars Great all-around origami book
Origami Omnibus has a wide spectrum of models, so everyone can enjoy this book. I like it because it has easy models, but also hard ones that I am still working on. Read more
Published on June 16, 2003 by jesusfreakmgm

5.0 out of 5 stars The epitomous origami book
Near perfect. Nuff said. All idiots, please avoid. This is for high level folders only.
Published on January 18, 2001 by Eiyu Ichijouji

4.0 out of 5 stars Varies a lot
I really like Kasahara's books, and this one is no different, although it isn't necessarily a favorite, I find it very useful. Read more
Published on December 24, 2000 by Jennifer L. Paxton

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for any origami folder
This book is like the origami dictionary. It has all different types of stuff for everyone. Plus this book gives the most bang for the buck, it is huge and comprehensive, and... Read more
Published on July 21, 2000 by Eric Shieh

3.0 out of 5 stars Origami for "Some" People
This book is only for everybody with either one of the following:

1. incredible, massive amounts of patience 2. Read more

Published on February 14, 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinatingly complete and the virtual bible of Origami
I found this book to be one of my Origami favorites ever since I was a little kid. The Panorama Cube is a huge project but is also a brilliant work of art.
Published on October 25, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book for experienced folders.
This lengthy and very informative book looks at origami maths as well as many polyhedrons and animal models. Some advanced folding and some easy models are included. Read more
Published on March 9, 1999 by lampona

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book for every type of folder!
I am glad to see that this book is again in print! This book contains enough models for the beginner and novice alike. Read more
Published on October 29, 1998 by Matt Slayton

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