How to make a Dorodango (made by Japanese), Shiny Mud Ball

If you feel inspired and want to try creating with the same tools and materials I use,
you can get the official Dorodango Kit here:
For customers in the United States:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNLW4X61
For customers in other countries:
https://m8wmjp-3y.myshopify.com/products/noriko-s-original-dorodango-perfect-kit-create-japanese-polished-clay-balls-unique-meditation-and-art-therapy-gift
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The Dorodango recipe is below!

[ Recipe ]
• Fine soil: 40g
• Clay powder: 110g
• Water: 20g
• Water for wetting: 50g
• Olive oil: 3 drops
• Clay for dusting: 1 teaspoon

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🌎 Enjoy Dorodango Anywhere with the “Noriko Method”! 🌍

This is my original method, developed over many years of hands-on research, to make Dorodango accessible even in places without clay-rich soil.
The basic recipe is shared openly and includes enough information to host your own in-person workshops.

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[ Helpful Notes for Crafting Outside Japan ]
Japanese soil is naturally sticky and contains fine particles called silt.
To recreate similar conditions:
・Add a few drops of olive oil to the polishing water
・Use fine sand as a substitute for silt
・Use only clay for the outer layer if sand is too coarse

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[ Try It Yourself! ]
Feel free to gather your own colors and give it a try!
And if you want a smooth start, I’ve prepared a special kit filled with polishing cups I personally tested — each one can bring out a beautiful shine!
I also sell finished Dorodango pieces, so come take a look if you’re curious!
You can find it here:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShinyDorodango!

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[ Contact ]
For questions or workshop inquiries, feel free to contact me via my website or Instagram DM:
https://www.instagram.com/shiny.dorodango

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✅ Personal use is warmly welcome:
・Share photos or videos of your finished Dorodango on social media
・Teach friends and family just for fun

⚠️ For any commercial use (such as in-person workshops):
Please kindly credit it as the “Noriko Method” and mention my account.

🚫 Not allowed without permission:
・Sharing or posting tutorial videos online
・Using the method in online courses or digital materials
・Selling the method or offering paid versions