BIBLIO is the largest independent book marketplace in the world, with over 100 million books.

Skip to content

Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move
Stock photo: cover may vary

Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move Paperback - 2010

by Keisuke Saka; Eri Hamaji (Translator)

Add to wish list

Reader reviews for Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

From the publisher

Originally published in Japan, Karakuri is an introduction to the simple mechanisms, such as gears, cranks, cams, and levers, used to bring to life these amazing moving paper models or automata. Included are pull-out pages for you to use to construct your own moving models of the different types of gears. These models serve as the basis for designing your own karakuri or may just be admired on their own.

Detailed explanations, accompanied by diagrams, explain the physics behind how karakuri move and operate, so you really learn about the properties of the different types of gears and cams. And to inspire you, also included are four fun, full-color karakuri models designed by the author, a well-known paper engineer. Printed on pull-out pages and easily assembled, the projects include a whimsical tea-serving robot, an amusing penguin perched on an iceberg and trying to fly, a delightful peek-a-boo-playing teddy bear, and a mesmerizing train that goes around on a track and through a tunnel!

With complete directions, fourteen full-size models, and the science behind the craft revealed, Keisuke Saka's book is a unique introduction to an ancient art and a perfect gift for creative and imaginative minds.

Details

  • Title Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move
  • Author Keisuke Saka; Eri Hamaji (Translator)
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition [ Edition: first
  • Pages 144
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher St. Martin's Griffin
  • Publication date 2010-03-16
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Illustrated, Table of Contents
  • ISBN 9780312566692 / 0312566697
  • Weight 1.5 lbs (0.68 kg)
  • Dimensions 11.04 x 8.48 x 0.61 in (28.04 x 21.54 x 1.55 cm)
  • Age range 13 to 17 years
  • Grade levels 8 - 12
  • Category Crafts / Hobbies
  • Library of Congress subjects Handicraft, Paper toy making
  • Dewey Decimal Code 745.592

About the author

KEISUKE SAKA is a paper engineer and graphic designer based in Japan. He co-owns a design firm, has exhibited his paper models at a number of museums, and has published many automata kits.

More Copies for Sale

Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move
Stock photo: cover may vary

Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

by Saka, Keisuke

  • Used
  • Very good
  • Paperback
Condition
Very good
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780312566692 / 0312566697
Quantity available
1
Seller
Item price
A$13.82
A$8.15 Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
St. Martin's Griffin, 2010-03-16. paperback. Very Good. 8x0x11.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$13.82
A$8.15 Delivery to USA
Karakuri : How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

Karakuri : How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

by Keisuki Saka

  • Used
  • Acceptable
  • Paperback
Condition
Acceptable
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780312566692 / 0312566697
Quantity available
1
Seller
Item price
A$19.24
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
St. Martin's Press, 2010. Paperback. Acceptable. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$19.24
Free Delivery to USA
Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move
Stock photo: cover may vary

Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

by Saka, Keisuke

  • Used
  • Very good
  • Paperback
  • first
Condition
Very good
Edition
First Edition
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780312566692 / 0312566697
Quantity available
1
Seller
Item price
A$21.20
A$7.09 Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Griffin, 2010. First Edition. Paperback. Very Good. 8x0x11. Trade Paperback in stiff wrappers. Internally Clean, has a good binding, no marks or notations. Includes paper models that move - all are present and intact. Prompt shipping.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$21.20
A$7.09 Delivery to USA
Karakuri : How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move
Stock photo: cover may vary

Karakuri : How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

by Saka, Keisuke

  • Used
Condition
Used
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780312566692 / 0312566697
Quantity available
1
Seller
Item price
A$25.21
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
St. Martin's Press. Used - Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$25.21
Free Delivery to USA
Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move
Stock photo: cover may vary

Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

by Saka, Keisuke

  • Used
  • Paperback
Condition
Used
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780312566692 / 0312566697
Quantity available
1
Seller
Item price
A$26.20
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Griffin, 2010-03-16. paperback. Used: Good. 8.48x0.58x11.09. Buy with confidence. Excellent Customer Service & Return policy.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$26.20
Free Delivery to USA
Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move
Stock photo: cover may vary

Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

by Saka, Keisuke

  • Used
  • Good
  • Paperback
Condition
Good
Edition
0
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780312566692 / 0312566697
Quantity available
1
Seller
Item price
A$26.26
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Griffin, 2010-01-01. paperback. Good. 21.6x1.3x27.9. Buy with confidence. Excellent Customer Service & Return policy.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$26.26
Free Delivery to USA
Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

by Saka, Keisuke

  • Used
  • Very good
  • Paperback
Condition
Very good
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780312566692 / 0312566697
Quantity available
4
Seller
Item price
A$36.71
A$16.35 Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Paperback. Very Good.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$36.71
A$16.35 Delivery to USA
Karakuri
Stock photo: cover may vary

Karakuri

by Saka, Keisuke,

  • Used
Condition
New
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780312566692 / 0312566697
Quantity available
5
Seller
Item price
A$29.27
A$5.66 Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
like new.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$29.27
A$5.66 Delivery to USA
Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move
Stock photo: cover may vary

Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

by Saka, Keisuke

  • New
  • Paperback
Condition
New
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780312566692 / 0312566697
Quantity available
6
Seller
Item price
A$33.19
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Griffin, 2010-03-16. paperback. New. 8.48x0.58x11.09. Buy with confidence. Excellent Customer Service & Return policy.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$33.19
Free Delivery to USA
Karakuri
Stock photo: cover may vary

Karakuri

by Saka, Keisuke,

  • New
Condition
New
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780312566692 / 0312566697
Quantity available
5
Seller
Item price
A$36.57
A$5.66 Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
new.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$36.57
A$5.66 Delivery to USA