Ranking of Popular Magic Tricks
Magic tricks are a popular attraction at all kinds of events.
Even if you’re not a professional magician, there are plenty of popular tricks that, with a bit of practice, will make the audience go “Wow!”.
In this article, we’ll introduce these popular magic tricks in a ranked list.
If you’re considering performing magic at an event, be sure to use this as a reference!
Simple tricks are suitable for all ages, so they’re also recommended for kids interested in magic.
Experience the joy of amazing and entertaining everyone with your own skills!
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Magic/Conjuring Popular Trick Rankings (71–80)
A banknote that should have been cut but isn’t71rank/position
You thrust a knife into a banknote sandwiched in paper, yet when you pull it out, the bill is pristine with no hole! It’s an astonishing magic trick, but the method is simple.
First, prepare a sheet of paper folded in half.
Fold the banknote in half the same way, align the creases, and place the bill between the paper.
Holding it with the crease on top, insert the knife from below, but shift the bill to one side so that you only pierce the paper.
Be mindful of your finger movements while performing so it doesn’t give away that you moved the bill to one side.
Growing Fingers72rank/position
When it comes to finger magic, the multiplying fingers trick is highly recommended.
It requires almost no props and can be performed anytime, anywhere, which is part of its charm.
Simply stacking your palms together can draw people into a world of wonder.
It’s easy enough for children to mimic right away, making it a sure hit at parties and events.
It’s also fun to use accessories creatively to enhance the visual illusion.
These small miracles created at your fingertips can turn everyday moments into special memories.
As entertainment that people of all ages can enjoy, be sure to give it a try.
Eraser that makes stars appear73rank/position
No special preparation needed—here’s an eraser trick where a star appears.
All you need is a very ordinary rectangular eraser.
Beforehand, draw a star on one side.
Once you’re ready, let’s begin! First, show the eraser to your spectator, subtly turning your wrist so it looks like you’re showing both sides while actually showing only the blank side.
Then simply flip the eraser over, and it will seem as if a star suddenly appeared.
Of course, you can use a symbol other than a star if you like.
A rubber band penetrates a plastic bottle.74rank/position
This is a magic trick where a rubber band, seemingly doubled and firmly wrapped around a plastic bottle, slips off in an instant as if it passed through the bottle.
The way you wrap the rubber band is set up so it can come off, so be mindful of wrapping it smoothly and presenting it in a way that doesn’t reveal the preparation in front.
Since the method involves having a small loop set on your thumb, it’s important to handle the bottle so the audience can see the whole bottle while keeping the hand that’s gripping it out of view.
To make the wrapping smoother, it’s recommended to choose a bottle that makes it easy to catch the rubber band.
A glass that won’t spill water even when turned upside down75rank/position
We’re introducing a glass that won’t spill even when turned upside down—sure to amaze everyone.
The trick is to place a sheet of kitchen paper over a glass filled with water and then flip it over.
You might think it would spill, but thanks to surface tension, it doesn’t.
This would be a real crowd-pleaser in places where you’re not supposed to get things wet.
Depending on the balance, you can swap the kitchen paper for tissue paper or use a larger container instead of a glass.
Since accidents can happen, be sure to rehearse before performing it in front of others.
A 5-yen coin moving along a rubber band threaded through its hole76rank/position
It’s a magic trick where, on cue, a five-yen coin placed on the lower part of a rubber band moves upward on its own.
The key points are exactly where you grip the rubber band and the delicate, undetectable motion that keeps spectators from noticing you’re moving it.
Instead of holding one end of the band, you pinch it somewhere along its length, then cover it with your palm to make it look like you’re holding the end.
After that, gently relax your grip to gradually release the band; as the band is released, the five-yen coin moves upward.
Make sure to focus on easing your grip little by little and evenly so the motion doesn’t look unnatural.
A coin that disappears from your fingertips77rank/position
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One of the basic techniques in magic is the palm.
Palming means secretly concealing an object in your hand.
As ideal practice for this, let me introduce a trick where a coin vanishes from your fingertips.
You use a single 10-yen coin, holding it as if pinched between the thumb and index finger of your right hand.
Then, with a brief wave of your left hand, the coin disappears.
All you’re doing is hiding the coin in a position outside the audience’s line of sight, but when you try it, you may find it surprisingly difficult.
Still, it’s a versatile technique, so it’s certainly worth mastering.