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RE: virus: Interview with the pornogami Grand Master
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[Blunderov] Reading the Mermaid's post on the suggestive shape of
Florida the other day, my first thought was 'Gosh! I bet nobody would
ever be able to fold a piece of paper in such a way as to represent
that!' Seems I was wrong.
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2004/09/08/pornogami_interview/
Interview with the pornogami Grand Master
By Lester Haines
Published Wednesday 8th September 2004 14:12 GMT
Exclusive Our recent piece on pornogami - the art of teasing paper into
representations of copulating couples and human genitalia - certainly
proved a hit with readers.
Accordingly, we have secured an exclusive interview with the man who
literally wrote the book on the subject: Master Sugoi, author of
"Pornogami: a guide to the ancient art of paper-folding for adults".
Below, Sugoi explains the history of pornogami, its spiritual element
and offers a few tips for the wannabe pornogamist. Read on:
Give us a bit of background info about yourself.
Born in a log cabin on the top of Mount Fuji, the great Buddha of
laughter shined down on me and inspired my creativity upon my entry into
this world - or was it Toledo, Ohio? My memory of the event is a bit
hazy.
Tell us a bit about the history of pornogami.
Origami has been around for about 800 years in Japan, brought over from
Korea & China. Though Japan has a long history of Erotic art in their
woodblock prints and netsuke ivory carvings, I have never seen erotic
origami before. I may be a pioneer in this area, but I cannot say for
sure.
How and when did you first become interested in pornogami?
My sister was going to see Chippendales with her friends and they were
planning to bring large coins to drop in the boys' g-strings. I told her
I had a better idea and folded the money into peacocks and bow ties and
wondered to myself, can I make something a little more risqué? After a
few quick attempts, pornogami was born back in 1988. About five years
ago I made a video of my hands folding and sold it through eBay. The
video turned into a small book of seven figures I self-published and
sold on eBay. It was picked up by Green Candy Press and became a real
book just this past summer.
Estimate the number of pornogamists currently practising world-wide.
As you know, the Origamiunderground.com has become a big novelty site
known internationally and has probably brought more exposure to erotic
origami. I would have to guess the number of folders is in the
thousands, but only a few invent! I would estimate about 20 world-wide.
What do the Japanese make of pornogami?
Hmmm... They either love it or HATE it. The hip 20-somethings seem to
really like it, but traditionalists see it as a bastardization of an
ancient art. When I was selling the handmade book on eBay though my
first orders were for Japan.
Is pornogami in any way related to Feng Shui?
Nope, Not at all.
Does pornogami have a spiritual as well as a pornographic element?
The actual invention of a pornogami figure is spiritual indeed. To
become one with the paper, to caress it, ease it into position after
position, to coax it and convince it to do what you desire. If you go to
far it can be quite messy, but when Ki (spiritual energy) flows and the
folder becomes one with the figure, it can be quite satisfying.
Most people will never know the true pleasure of invention, but do enjoy
following the well worn path to sexual enlightenment. When folded with
your sexual partner, pornogami can be fun to teach, spark conversation
and hopefully passion. Some people are uncomfortable about talking about
their sexual desires and pornogami may be a way to break through the
frigid ice.
I find that they really get attention when I am in a bar or club and
want to get noticed. The money folds make an awesome tip your bartender
will never forget.
Is the pornogami acolyte at any stage required to change his or her name
to "Grasshopper" and walk on rice paper in a candle-filled temple like
that bloke in Kung Fu?
I am not supposed to tell you this, but they do need to fold a vagina
from a sheet of wet rice paper while nude during a new moon. Some go on
to copulate with the figure, but that practice if frowned upon - or
laughed at.
What's the age of consent for pornogami and do you think it should be
lowered to, say, 14?
I don't think teenagers would find genitalia of any interest. They are
so sophisticated these days.
What's the best way for the tyro pornogamist to get started and what's a
good sexual position for beginners?
It's really hard to fold when you are on top! I have bruises to prove
it, but while on one's back, I can recommend the basic breast fold, not
too difficult while one is "otherwise engaged".
What do you consider to be the most technically-challenging piece of
pornogami?
In my book it is the last figure called the 3-D Penis. It has veins and
can be seen from any angle even from the bottom. It's very sculptural.
Definitely my favorite. At some point I was calling it a Paper Dildo. In
any case, I am very proud of the figure but hesitate showing it to my
mother who is usually proud of everything I do.
You have written a book on pornogami. As with all proper interviews,
we'll now give you a chance to shamelessly plug it...
The book is available world-wide through Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, and
most major book sellers for about $15.00. If your bookstore doesn't
carry it they can order it, just ask. I actually prefer people to demand
their local store carries it. If you want a signed/inscribed copy you
can go to my website or you can e-mail Mastersugoi care of AOL.com.
Finally, do you have any plans to nominate pornogami as an Olympic
sport?
If it is coupled with gymnastics, I think that would be hot!
Agreed. With that lovely thought, we'll let you get back to your
pornogami. Thank you.
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