A roundup of magic tricks perfect for one-shot gags. Become the hero of the party!
When you’re asked to do a party trick at a gathering, what kind of act do you perform?
There are lots of possibilities—from comedy bits like gags or impressions to more physical, street-performance-style acts like handstands.
In this article, we’ll introduce magic tricks that are perfect as quick party pieces.
Since these are one-off tricks, we’ve selected ones that are short and can be done using items you have around you.
Be sure to learn a few of these tricks and show them off at your next party!
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A roundup of recommended magic tricks for one-shot gags. Become the hero of the party! (1–10)
A rubber band passes through
A magic trick where you have the other person hold a stretched rubber band, then you pass the rubber band you’re holding over it and loop it around your index finger and thumb so the two bands cross.
No matter whether you push or pull, the bands stay crossed—yet if you give a gentle puff of air… the rubber band slips free and passes right through.
Even though you could feel the pull from the band you were holding and were watching it the whole time, it mysteriously goes through.
In fact, when you pull the band, you firmly pinch the upper index-finger band with your middle finger and, in an instant, slip your finger into the lower loop to let it pass through.
If you practice that split-second move, you’ll master a magic trick you can perform anytime, anywhere!
Coin vanish and appearance
Classic coin magic is highly recommended to have in your repertoire.
In particular, vanishing and production routines with coins are classics that never fail to elicit gasps and surprise from spectators.
Another plus is that magic coins—or even everyday 500‑yen coins—are compact and easy to carry with you at all times.
The basic method involves secretly holding the coin with the inner palm or finger pressure in what’s called a classic palm, keeping it hidden from view based on angles, and producing it at the right moment.
Practice refining your presentation!
A magic trick where the marks on disposable chopsticks increase
A mysterious magic trick where the single mark that was supposed to be on a disposable chopstick suddenly multiplies in an instant.
Prepare one chopstick and draw just one mark of your choice on one side.
Then draw lots of the same mark on the other side, and you’re set.
First, show the side with only one mark, and when you appear to flip it to show the back, actually don’t flip it—use a hand motion that makes it look like you did.
This way, it looks like there’s only one mark on both sides.
Then, after shaking the chopstick a few times, actually flip it with your fingers to reveal the back covered in marks.
Be careful not to expose the back too early and make sure your movements look natural!
A roundup of recommended magic tricks for quick one-shot gags. Become the hero of the party! (11–20)
A snapped rubber band restored to its original state
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It’s a magic trick where you twist a rubber band with your fingers, pretend to tear it, then snap the torn ends together and it appears to return to a complete loop.
The way you hold the rubber band is the key point: the part that looks torn is around the middle, and a continuous section of the band, hooked by the finger placed on top, is actually overlapping it.
By showing the “tearing” within a small area, you avoid making the viewer feel anything is off about having a finger resting on top.
From the moment you take out the rubber band, it’s already hooked onto the upper finger, so the way you display it and the angle you use to conceal that fact are crucial.
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It’s a magic trick where you enter the numbers from 1 to 8 into a calculator in order, give it a light shake, and the 8 instantly jumps from the far right to the far left.
In reality, the numbers are pre-entered to form an addition, and at the moment you shake your hand, you press “=” to complete the calculation.
The setup is already done the moment you take it out, but by clearly showing yourself entering the numbers from 1 to 8, you make people believe there’s no trick.
As long as you prepare the calculation layout, you can present various forms and movements, so it’s fun to look for number arrangements that create a mysterious appearance.
I can’t pour the juice into the cup.
It’s about pouring juice into a cup, where the flow stops partway through and then resumes on a cue.
After opening the can, adjust the gap of the opening by changing the direction of the pull tab; in this state, if you turn the can upside down, the flow will stop.
Showing the action from the moment you open the can makes it feel more mysterious, so be mindful of smooth movements and hand coverage so people don’t notice you’re changing the pull tab’s direction.
After you finish pouring, quickly change the tab’s position and let them check the can to confirm there’s no gimmick—this also works well.
It’s recommended to practice so you can move the pull tab with one hand.
You can eat it, and it will return to normal 6
It’s a routine where you gradually reduce the number 6s lined up on a calculator as if you’re eating them, then finally restore them to their original form with a cough.
Use your phone’s slide-to-undo feature to bring the numbers back, and prepare a calculation in advance so you can return to the starting state at the end.
Pay attention to details like positioning your fingers so it looks like you’re pinching and sliding, and covering your hand so people don’t notice you pressing the equals key with your pinky.
Since careful observation can make the phone feature and the method easier to spot, it’s best to perform it smoothly as a quick gag.