에피소드 15 : Origami
Ms. Kim: "Lily, do you know what origami is?"
Lily: "Is it that paper folding thing from Japan?"
Ms. Kim: "That's right! Origami is the traditional Japanese art of paper folding. The word 'origami' itself comes from two Japanese words: 'ori' which means 'folding', and 'kami' which means 'paper'."
Lily: "Wow, so it's really old?"
Ms. Kim: "Yes, it has a fascinating history. While paper was invented in China, it was Buddhist monks who carried paper to Japan around the 6th century. At first, paper was very expensive, so origami was mainly practiced by the wealthy elite for ceremonial purposes."
Lily: "Ceremonial purposes? Like what?"
Ms. Kim: "Well, folded paper was used in religious ceremonies and to decorate gifts. For example, a folded paper butterfly called 'gohei' was often used in Shinto rituals. As paper became more affordable over time, origami gradually spread to other social classes and became a popular form of entertainment."
Lily: "So, it wasn't always just for fun?"
Ms. Kim: "Exactly. Over centuries, different origami traditions and techniques developed in Japan. By the Edo period (1603-1868), origami had become a significant part of Japanese culture, with many classic models like the paper crane becoming well-known."
Lily: "The paper crane! I know that one. People fold lots of them for good luck, right?"
Ms. Kim: "You're absolutely right. The paper crane, or 'orizuru', is a symbol of longevity and happiness. Legend says that if you fold a thousand paper cranes, your wish will be granted. This tradition became especially poignant after World War II, symbolizing hope and peace."
Lily: "That's a beautiful story."
Ms. Kim: "It is. And origami continues to evolve today. While traditional origami focuses on folding a single sheet of paper without cutting or gluing, modern origami explores more complex designs and modular origami, where multiple folded units are combined to create larger structures. It's amazing how much you can create with just a simple piece of paper and your hands!"
Lily: "It really is! Can you teach me how to fold a paper crane next?"
Ms. Kim: "I'd love to, Lily. Let's get started!"
( N.B. 위 콘텐츠는 Google AI Studio 로 제작한 것입니다 )