Make Your Own Capybara — From Scratch
There’s something deeply satisfying about making a cute thing with your own hands. And when that cute thing is a pair of round, mochi-shaped capybaras? Even better.
The Hamanaka Needle Felt Kit “Mofumofu Village — Kokkori Daifuku Kapi & Little Ringo” (H441-642) is a Japanese craft kit that lets you create two capybara mascots and two tiny red apples using needle felting. It’s part of Hamanaka’s “Mofumofu Village” (もふもふビレッジ) series — a line of beginner-friendly needle felt kits featuring adorable animal designs.
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What You’ll Make
From one kit, you get the materials to create four pieces:
- 1 large capybara — approx. 3 inches (7.5 cm) tall, the “Kokkori Daifuku Kapi” (a relaxed, daifuku mochi-shaped capybara)
- 1 small capybara — approx. 2.4 inches (6 cm) tall, a mini companion
- 2 “Little Ringo” apples — approx. 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter, bright red felt apples
The finished capybaras have a wonderfully round, almost dumpling-like shape — soft caramel-colored bodies with small brown ears and nose, and tiny black bead eyes. They look like something between a real capybara and a freshly steamed mochi.
What’s Included — And What’s Not
In the kit:
- Aclaine fiber (Hamanaka’s proprietary acrylic needle felting material)
- Eye parts and nose parts
- Recipe (step-by-step instructions)
CAUTION
Important: Felting needles and mat are NOT included. You’ll need a felting needle (Hamanaka H441-023) and a felting mat (Hamanaka H441-015), or the Aclaine Starter Set (H441-047) which bundles both. You’ll also need scissors and craft glue. These are standard needle felting tools — if you’ve done any felting before, you likely already have them. If this is your first project, the starter set is a good investment since it covers multiple kits.
The kit is rated ★★☆ (Easy) on Hamanaka’s difficulty scale, making it a solid choice for beginners who are new to needle felting.
Note: This kit is designed for ages 15 and up, as felting needles have sharp tips that require careful handling.
What Is Needle Felting?
Needle felting is a craft technique where you use a barbed needle to repeatedly poke loose fiber until it compacts into a solid shape. No sewing machine, no thread, no glue for the main structure — just a needle, fiber, and patience. It’s popular in Japan as a relaxing, meditative craft, and the results can be surprisingly detailed for something made entirely by poking.
Hamanaka’s Aclaine is their proprietary acrylic fiber designed specifically for needle felting. It’s a clean, easy-to-handle alternative to traditional wool roving, and it felts quickly — meaning less poking to get a firm shape.
About Hamanaka
Hamanaka Co., Ltd. is one of Japan’s leading craft supply manufacturers, headquartered in Kyoto. They produce a wide range of craft materials — from knitting yarns and embroidery supplies to their popular needle felting kits. Their “Mofumofu Village” series features multiple animal designs, including a Shimaenaga (Snow Fairy) kit (H441-602) if you want to expand your handmade animal collection.
This particular kit was designed by Hattori Midori, a needle felt artist who creates the character designs for the Mofumofu Village series.
About the Seller
This listing comes from Yasu Japan Store (yasu2020), a Japan-based seller on eBay with an excellent track record:
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Feedback | 99.8% positive |
| Ratings | 2,357 feedback |
| Detailed Ratings | 5.0 / 5.0 across all categories |
| Member Since | February 2020 |
| Response Time | Usually within 24 hours |
| Returns | 60 days, seller pays return shipping |
The seller holds a Japanese antique dealer license (#431060040320, Saitama Prefectural Public Safety Commission), which indicates a registered, legitimate business.
Listing Details
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product | Hamanaka Needle Felt Kit — Mofumofu Village Kokkori Daifuku Kapi & Little Ringo |
| Model | H441-642 |
| Brand | Hamanaka |
| Designer | Hattori Midori |
| Finished Size | Large capybara ~3 in (7.5 cm), Small ~2.4 in (6 cm), Apple ~1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Difficulty | ★★☆ Easy |
| Age | 15+ |
| Material | Aclaine (acrylic fiber) |
| Made In | Japan |
| Price | US $38.58 |
| Ships From | Japan |
Who Is This For?
- Craft enthusiasts looking for a new needle felting project with a capybara twist
- Beginners to needle felting — the Easy difficulty rating and included recipe make this accessible
- Capybara fans who want something handmade and one-of-a-kind on their desk
- Gift givers who want to give the experience of making something, not just a finished product — the “gift of crafting”
- Fans of Japanese craft culture interested in trying an authentic Japanese maker’s kit
One kit, two capybaras, two tiny apples, and an afternoon of meditative poking. Not a bad deal.
Disclaimer: Product information and pricing are based on the eBay listing as of March 2026. Prices, availability, and shipping details may change at any time. Always check the listing page for the latest information.