apan Ingenious – Steve Cohen & Richard Kaufman

Japan Ingenious by Steve Cohen and Richard Kaufman is one of the most influential and celebrated collections of Japanese magic ever published. Featuring 21 award-winning magicians and a total of 67 highly refined effects, this book showcases the creativity, clarity and elegance that Japan has contributed to modern magic.
The material ranges from visual close-up miracles to clever card work, mentalism, sleight-of-hand innovations and ingenious gimmick concepts. Many routines come directly from performers who have shaped the style of Japanese magic worldwide.

For anyone searching for fresh ideas, new thinking and deeply polished effects, Japan Ingenious is a treasure — subtle, clever and beautifully structured. Richard Kaufman presents the material with crystal-clear explanations and precise illustrations, making every effect accessible and ready to study.

Whether you are a working performer or a collector of important magic literature, Japan Ingenious belongs in your library.

Contributing Magicians

Masao Atsukawa, Hiro Sakai, Tomo Maeda, Hideki Tani, Takanobu Ishida, Kuniyasu Fujiwara, Michiaki Kishimoto, Kazu Katayama, Ichiro Mori, Akira Fujii, Yuji Wada, Yasuyuki (Bona Ueki), Tomoyuki (Bona Ueki), Tomoyuki Takahashi, Katsuya Masuda, Shigeo Takagi, Tenkai Matsuura, Hideo Kato, Kenichi Kuroki, Ryu Susato, Kazuyuki Hase, Dr. Sawa.

Bulletpoints

• Contains 67 professional-level magic effects

• Features 21 renowned Japanese creators and performers

• Includes close-up magic, cards, mentalism, gimmicks and visual miracles

• Clear instructions and detailed illustrations by Richard Kaufman

• A modern classic for collectors and working magicians

Add this masterpiece to your magic library and discover why Japan Ingenious has become a worldwide classic.