In 1945, a 2-year-old girl was caught in the bomb explosion that destroyed the city of Hiroshima; due to the aftereffects of the blast, she was diagnosed with leukemia when she was 12. Having heard of a Japanese legend that stated that anyone who folds 1,000 origami cranes is granted one wish, the girl then… Continue reading Origami Story: The Crane by Hiroshima Girl

A long time ago, twins were born to a family of craftsmen. Stars twinkled above them as each was blessed with an unknown gift. As they grew, their family and relatives wondered what the gift was. Titanic strength? Unparalleled intelligence? Or perhaps great fortune? One day, a travelling origami artist visited the village. With her… Continue reading Origami: We are all Folded – by Sunny Yin