- 1). Select the soil for your dorodango. The best soil for a dorodango is a fine-grain dirt with a slightly sandy consistency. Collect approximately two cups of soil.
- 2). Sift the soil through a sieve to remove any rocks, large dirt grains or other imperfections.
- 3). Place the soil in a bowl. Slowly add water while mixing the soil with your hand. Stop adding water when the mud reaches the consistency of a firm dough.
- 4). Pack the soil into a firm sphere, smoothing out imperfections and squeezing as much water out as possible.
- 5). Rub the ball with your hands, continuing to smooth and refine the shape. Continue rubbing until the ball feels mostly dry to the touch, and has a light, "filmy" appearance.
- 6). Pat your hands against the ground. Notice that very light-particle dust will cling to your palms and fingers. Rub your palms around the ball, spreading this dust onto the surface. Repeat this process 250 times.
- 7). Place the ball in a sealed kitchen storage bag. Place the bag in a cool, dry place for four hours, or until condensation forms on the inside of the bag.
- 8). Remove the sphere from the bag. Rub the ball an additional 250 times with fine dust, and return it to the bag. Repeat the process of sealing and rubbing until the sphere no longer condenses when left in the bag.
- 9). Polish your dorodango with a fine cloth until a shine develops on the surface. Store your finished dorodango wrapped in fabric in a cool, dry location.
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