# Dying Fish Karakuri Moving Paper Sculpture By Cowbag | Published 2007-03-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dying-fish-karakuri-origami-gets-clever References: [brooklyn5and10](http://www.brooklyn5and10.com/doomedbysaka.html) Doomed is an original Japanese karakuri by Keisuke Saka who is considereed one of Japan's best paper engineers. This karakuri has the fish flapping helplessly on the [cutting board](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-knives). Saka only uses a few moving parts in his designs - but yet this still has a darkly humorous feel as the fish tries to escape the [sushi plate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noble-fresh-cart)! Just follow the illustrated instructions to cut out, fold, glue and assemble. One word on warning, its iresitbale ot adults, so if you are bying one for an adult it might make sense to get two. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Papercraft Sculptures:** Advancements in papercraft can lead to more intricate and creative sculptures. - **Humorous Art:** Incorporating humor into art can provide a unique and engaging experience for audiences. - **Do-it-yourself Kits:** DIY kits provide opportunities for individuals to engage in creative activities and can be a profitable market. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Arts and Crafts:** Innovative papercraft products can drive growth and interest in the arts and crafts industry. - **Home Decor:** Humorous and unique art pieces can help differentiate a home decor brand and attract customers. - **Toy and Game:** Do-it-yourself toy and game kits have the potential to increase revenue and appeal to a wider audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sushi Boat Blocked Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funamori-platter-set.md) - [Kumiko Craft Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timevase.md) - [Paper-Made Origami Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hanging-origami-lamp.md) - [Kinetic Art Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-machine.md) - [Flat-Pack Paper Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tsubomi.md) - [Challenging Precise Layered Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sakura-puzzle.md) - [Folded Paper Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clara-von-zweibergk.md) - [Hyper-Realistic Flesh Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito.md) - [Ominous Interior Sushi Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-restaurant.md)