[Collection of Realistic Craft Works] "Making Things Seriously Unseriously" to be Released June 30, 2026

Wani Books Co., Ltd. (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, President and Representative Director: Akio Takahashi) released "Making Things Seriously Unseriously - Collection of Realistic Craft Works -" (Author: odasan) on June 30, 2026 (Tue).

[Looks Just Like the Real Thing!?] A Collection of Works That Are Fun to Look At, Fun to Make, and Fun to Use

This is the first collection of works by odasan, who is popular on Instagram for DIY creations that look just like real food.

This book compiles works that transform everyday items into delicious and fun creations with a playful spirit.

You're sure to be captivated by these works, so realistic they'll make your brain glitch!

And they're highly practical too!

Featuring 39 items in total, from popular works previously released to new creations not yet posted on social media, including the "Electric Jam Pan," where an electrical switch becomes a jam bun. The book also offers a deep dive into the behind-the-scenes of the creation process, including the inspiration and dedication behind each piece, which can only be read here.

Recommended for summer vacation free projects and starting DIY!

We're also revealing how to make the works, adapted for beginners. Nine items, including new works exclusive to this book, are explained with full process images. odasan's tips for achieving a higher level of quality by making them look identical to the real thing are also introduced.

Enjoy them by simply looking at the hyper-realistic creations, or try making them yourself. Experience these wonderfully cute and amusing works that will make your heart race and bring a smile to your face, in your own way!

[Gallery] - "Electric Jam Pan," which has been viewed over 10 million times - "Denmusubi," an onigiri-shaped electrical switch made by kneading each grain of rice - Popular snacks made giant! "Yukino-yado Mirror" - A popular donut reimagined in odasan's style, "Tamagetake Donut-shaped Aroma Diffuser"...etc.

[How to make] - Easy for beginners! "Madeleine-style Magnet" - Versatile with toppings! "Toast-shaped Memo Block" - Made with just 2 ingredients! "Simple Version Memorization Toast" - Challenge a realistic DIY work! "Hamburger-shaped Mosquito Coil Holder"...etc.

Alfort Mirror Koala's March Shaped Sharpener Cheese Almond Shaped Kitchen Timer

Trash Pops Fruit Roll Cake Shaped Carpet Cleaner Wall Has Ears mini

Choco Mochi Chip Cookies Stick Dango ~Mitarashi ver.~ Madeleine

Book Information

"Making Things Seriously Unseriously - Collection of Realistic Craft Works -"

Author: odasan

Release Date: June 30, 2026

Price: 1,870 yen (tax included)

ISBN: 978-4-8470-7666-4

Publisher: Wani Books

Amazon

https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4847076664

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odasan A playful DIYer. Posts DIY creations on Instagram that transform everyday items with plenty of humor. Her food-motif works, which look remarkably similar to the real thing, are particularly popular. Her "Electric Jam Pan," where an electrical switch becomes a jam bun, became a hot topic and won an Excellence Award at the Japan DIY Awards 2024, a DIY competition. Her other works, "Electric Pan" and "Honde Pan," also received awards. The following year, in 2025, she won an Excellence Award for her "Hamburger-shaped Mosquito Coil Holder." With the motto "Fun to make, fun to see, fun to use," she continues to create works that are not only realistic but also actually usable.

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