Watch these tutorials to see how junk and paper are transformed into Studio Ghibli magic:

You can find free or community-made templates on sites like MyPaperCraft.net to print and assemble yourself. Experts recommend using 220g couche paper for these projects, as standard printer paper is often too weak to hold the weight of the castle's complex structure.

Cardboard serves as temporary supports and caps for turrets. To create the "cottage-core" aesthetic, shingles for the houses on the castle's back are often hand-cut from old cereal boxes using pattern-edged scissors.

The phrase refers to a popular video by the creator , who built a highly detailed, 21-inch tall miniature of Howl's Moving Castle using repurposed household trash. While the castle's main body is made from plastic containers (like kimchi tubs and nut jars), paper and cardboard are essential for creating the "wizard architecture" and smaller details. How Paper and Cardboard are Used

If you prefer working exclusively with paper rather than "junk," there are several ways to build the castle: Sankei offers laser-cut Miniatuart Kits

Thin paperboard strips (from cereal boxes) are used to blend different container shapes together, creating a seamless, organic look for the castle's hull.

For a more substantial project, some DIY paper models can reach up to 50cm (20 inches) in height, available through retailers like the Ghibli Store .

In junk modeling projects like this, paper-based materials provide the flexibility needed for intricate textures: