Origami, the Japanese art of paper folding, dates back over ten centuries. To make your very own samurai helmet, all that is required is a 20 x 20 inch square piece of paper (as shown above, newspaper or wrapping paper will do the trick, as long as you make it square). Using the symbol key, simply follow the instructions below. Make sure each fold is as precise as possible and soon you'll be on your way to looking like a fierce warrior. Symbol key Arms & armor around the world    Explore the galleries    Who takes care of the armor?    Activities    Knights Home     Credits     Help Home | Works of Art | Curatorial Departments | Collection Database | Features | Timeline of Art History | Explore & Learn | The Met Store | Membership | Ways to Give | Plan Your Visit | Calendar | The Cloisters | Concerts & Lectures | Educational Resources | Events & Programs | FAQs | Special Exhibitions | My Met Museum | Press Room | Met Podcast | Site Index | Now at the Met | MuseumKids Photograph Credits Copyright © 2000–2008 The Metropolitan Museum of Art. All rights reserved.  Terms and Conditions | Privacy Policy.