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Cut, score, fold and glue a five-roof castle inspired by Japan’s Himeji Castle. Add two smaller keeps, a cherry tree and a name stand to a colourful garden scene.
31 A4 pagesGarden displayHistory and quizPDF in English
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- Castle templates and garden display
- Illustrated assembly instructions
- History, maps and quiz
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Use the 31-page Paper Construction edition. Read the assembly guide before printing the castle and garden templates, then gather the materials specified in the kit.
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Build a little landmark with a lot of history! 🏯
Cut, score, fold and glue a five-roof castle inspired by Japan’s Himeji Castle. Add two smaller keeps, a cherry tree and a name stand to a colourful garden scene.
✓ 31-page A4 PDF
✓ 24 construction pieces across 8 template pages
✓ Detailed garden display board
✓ 20 illustrated assembly stages
✓ Maps, timeline, castle facts, quiz and reference sheet
This is a stylised interpretation, not a scale replica. The pack explains which features come from the real castle and which are simplified or invented.
An advanced project for ages 14+; allow around 3–5 hours plus drying time. Finished main castle: approximately 17.7cm tall. Display board: 29.7 × 21cm.
Print at 100% / actual size on A4 paper. Use the cardstock weights in the PDF that your printer supports. You’ll need scissors, paper glue, a ruler and a blunt scoring tool. Adult supervision is recommended for cutting and scoring. Includes portrait and landscape pages; print single-sided.
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Get ready for Himeji Castle
- Use the 31-page Paper Construction edition. Read the assembly guide before printing the castle and garden templates, then gather the materials specified in the kit.
- Read the included instructions and choose the pages or size for your project.
- Keep your downloaded PDF so you can return to it later.
A little practical help
What settings should I use?
Read the printing guide in your chosen product first. Check the paper size, orientation and scale in the print preview. Plot Twist and Japanese Writing Paper specify A4 at Actual Size; Castles of England uses landscape A4 pages. Print one page and check it before making the full batch.
Which paper should I choose?
Start with a sheet your printer supports. Test your pens or pencils on it before printing a batch. For cards or keepsakes, check the printer’s paper-weight limit before using thicker stock. Do not assume a home printer can handle every craft paper.
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