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Last updated on December 5, 2024.
Akira Yoshizawa

Akira Yoshizawa was a Japanese origamist, considered to be the grandmaster of origami. He is credited with raising origami from a craft to a living art. According to his own estimation made in 1989, he created more than 50,000 models, of which only a few hundred designs were presented as diagrams in his 18 books. Yoshizawa acted as an international cultural ambassador for Japan throughout his career. In 1983, Emperor Hirohito awarded him the Order of the Rising Sun, 5th class, one of the highest honors bestowed in Japan.

March 14, 1911 - March 14, 2005
Geometry alone is not enough to portray human desires, expressions, aspirations, joys. We need more. — © Akira Yoshizawa
Geometry alone is not enough to portray human desires, expressions, aspirations, joys. We need more.
Over all, I want you to discover the joy of creation by your own hand. ... The possibility of creation from paper is infinite.
My origami creations, in accordance with the laws of nature, require the use of geometry, science, and physics. They also encompass religion, philosophy, and biochemistry. Overall, I want you to discover the joy of creation by your own handthe possibility of creation from paper is infinite.
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