--- product_id: 4150116 title: "Genuine Origami: 43 Mathematically-Based Models, From Simple to Complex" price: "€ 774.03" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/4150116-genuine-origami-43-mathematically-based-models-from-simple-to-complex store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Genuine Origami: 43 Mathematically-Based Models, From Simple to Complex **Price:** € 774.03 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Genuine Origami: 43 Mathematically-Based Models, From Simple to Complex - **How much does it cost?** € 774.03 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/4150116-genuine-origami-43-mathematically-based-models-from-simple-to-complex) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Genuine Origami: 43 Mathematically-Based Models, From Simple to Complex [Maekawa, Jun] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Genuine Origami: 43 Mathematically-Based Models, From Simple to Complex Review: My favorite origami book so far - Not only does this book have a great array of models, it includes the theories and principles behind them, which is something that most books of this nature lack. Each model if focused around understanding a particular technique, ranging from the most fundamental to advanced. Another thing I like about this book is rather than just exposing the reader/folder to one type of origami, there are models for different types so you can learn about multi-piece, 3 dimensional, modular, tessellation, and even teabag folding. There is also a model for each of the Chinese zodiac which I found to be really cool. The diagrams are all very clear and easy to follow showing 2 toned paper (as most origami paper is), which tends to be a fundamental problem among origami books. I'd also like to point out that Genuine Origami caters to all levels. A beginner can pick this up to learn the basics and get started with some really neat models and still be learning from it much later. I would say I'm fairly intermediate and I still have quite a bit to absorb from this book, and I still enjoy the simple models as well. Review: methodical and consistent - This is an almost flawless origami text. The author knows his subject well and includes references to the history of the techniques he's teaching. The symbols used throughout the book are neatly catalogued and explained at the beginning of the book, and at the same time methodically "unpacked" as one goes from the simple models at the beginning toward complex at the end. He shows an understanding and respect for pure forms (no cutting, single-color vs. inside-out etc.) but at the same time doesn't get hung up in the dogma. It's great for any level from beginner to advanced. A note to beginners: every set of origami instructions, even the ones in this book, will seem obtuse & mind-boggling when you first work through them. But trust me, Maekawa is perfectly consistent throughout this book so if you stick with it you will get used to his notation and be an expert before you have done even half of the models. My only gripe might be that at times the English translation is just a tiny bit awkward, but far from enough to deduct a star: it's always very clear on a technical level. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,404,969 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #733 in Origami (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (97) | | Dimensions | 10 x 0.4 x 7.1 inches | | Edition | 1st | | ISBN-10 | 4889962514 | | ISBN-13 | 978-4889962512 | | Item Weight | 1.1 pounds | | Language | English | | Print length | 160 pages | | Publication date | November 1, 2008 | | Publisher | Japan Publications Trading | ## Images ![Genuine Origami: 43 Mathematically-Based Models, From Simple to Complex - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/515pK6LSZmL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My favorite origami book so far *by S***N on May 20, 2010* Not only does this book have a great array of models, it includes the theories and principles behind them, which is something that most books of this nature lack. Each model if focused around understanding a particular technique, ranging from the most fundamental to advanced. Another thing I like about this book is rather than just exposing the reader/folder to one type of origami, there are models for different types so you can learn about multi-piece, 3 dimensional, modular, tessellation, and even teabag folding. There is also a model for each of the Chinese zodiac which I found to be really cool. The diagrams are all very clear and easy to follow showing 2 toned paper (as most origami paper is), which tends to be a fundamental problem among origami books. I'd also like to point out that Genuine Origami caters to all levels. A beginner can pick this up to learn the basics and get started with some really neat models and still be learning from it much later. I would say I'm fairly intermediate and I still have quite a bit to absorb from this book, and I still enjoy the simple models as well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ methodical and consistent *by R***G on December 27, 2015* This is an almost flawless origami text. The author knows his subject well and includes references to the history of the techniques he's teaching. The symbols used throughout the book are neatly catalogued and explained at the beginning of the book, and at the same time methodically "unpacked" as one goes from the simple models at the beginning toward complex at the end. He shows an understanding and respect for pure forms (no cutting, single-color vs. inside-out etc.) but at the same time doesn't get hung up in the dogma. It's great for any level from beginner to advanced. A note to beginners: every set of origami instructions, even the ones in this book, will seem obtuse & mind-boggling when you first work through them. But trust me, Maekawa is perfectly consistent throughout this book so if you stick with it you will get used to his notation and be an expert before you have done even half of the models. My only gripe might be that at times the English translation is just a tiny bit awkward, but far from enough to deduct a star: it's always very clear on a technical level. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Origami Must Have! *by M***G on September 29, 2017* This book is AMAZING! I’ve had it on my “wish list” for ages because I love Maekawa-san’s rabbit. After borrowing Genuine Origami from an online library, I knew I would need far longer than 3 weeks to accomplish this book. So I decided I must own a copy. First, I have a CAUTION. The title says “simple to complex.” Simple does not mean easy. The giraffe which looks almost rudimentary was my most difficult model in the fundamental section. It has a sink fold, an asymmetrical inside reverse fold, and two tuck folds that are so tiny I needed tweezers. I folded SEVEN giraffes before I had one that is presentable. The point isn’t to fold a giraffe. Rather it is to present a model which allows you to focus on one or two specific techniques or principles so you can hone those skills. This book isn’t for the novice folder. If you are still trying to master inside and outside reverse folds, you aren’t ready for this book. If you are familiar with folds like rabbit ear, petal, squash, and sink, you might be ready to give it a try. Even if you don’t want a mouse, start from the first model. Maekawa-san refers to Genuine Origami as a textbook. Start from the beginning. That said, before I started the book, I did fold the rabbit, which is an intermediate model. However, I first tried the rabbit four years ago. After pouring over the diagrams and watching several YouTube tutorial videos, I got as far as the head before I gave up. Recently I decided to give it another go. After watching more YouTube videos, I was able to fold a decent rabbit. If I had worked through the book from the beginning, I wouldn’t have needed four years. Also even though Maekawa-san indicates using 15 cm paper for the first models, I started with 17.6cm and even 24cm paper. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/4150116-genuine-origami-43-mathematically-based-models-from-simple-to-complex](https://www.desertcart.be/products/4150116-genuine-origami-43-mathematically-based-models-from-simple-to-complex) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-05-03*