Ichiro Araki – Master Cards DVD

Ichiro Araki – Master Cards DVD

Ichiro Araki is recognized as one of the greatest card workers the world has ever known. Filmed on location in Japan, Master Cards showcases Araki’s incredible card and coin magic, blending traditional Japanese finesse with modern sleight-of-hand. With clear explanations (translated by Ben Salinas), this DVD provides rare insight into the artistry of one of Japan’s most respected magicians.

Featured Effects & Techniques

• The Return of Angels: A refined ace assembly with bold transformations between red and blue-backed cards.
• Twisting Ace Plus: Araki’s take on the classic Twisting the Aces, ending with a color-change surprise.
• An Hors d’Oeuvre: A visual and simple transposition of four Aces and four Kings.
• Araki-Hofzinser Aces: A spectator-driven routine where a chosen ace and card switch places in an unexpected way.
• Acrobatic: A visual production of a four-of-a-kind as the deck is tossed between hands.
• Jewelry Force: A deceptive force reminiscent of the Classic Force, with subtle variations.
• The Araki Pass: A beautifully deceptive and practical handling of the pass.
• Araki-Erdnase & Invisible Passes: Refinements and variations on classic sleights.
• Side Steal, MA-Double Lift, and More: Araki’s insights on fundamental moves.
• Color Changes: Including the Electric Change, Shadow Change, and variations for visual transformations.

Why This DVD?

Master Cards offers over a dozen professional-level effects and sleights from Ichiro Araki’s working repertoire. With his reputation as a technical innovator and performer, this DVD is both a training resource and a glimpse into the genius of a true master of sleight-of-hand.