Lecture Marathon 2020

Note : Not English Language First Lecture by Shingo Toho , Manager of Magic Bar Tejinaya Shinjuku Store The first lecture will be given by Shingo Toho, a highly practical magician with a legendary history of performing street magic across Japan. He will generously share his know-how, which keeps customers smiling every day as the manager of the magic bar Shinjuku Tejinaya! Starting with a trick using a birthday card gaff, the lecture will cover a wealth of practical know-how, including ideas for ambitious cards, methods for communicating with customers, and tips for classic force! If you’re struggling to get the reactions you want or to effectively convey your magic effects, why not take this opportunity to learn practical magic for commercial use? The 2nd Lecture Bar Magic Time: Presented by Manager and Owner Monsieur Pierre With his eccentric makeup and witty banter, he has been active mainly in Osaka for 20 years. He has appeared on numerous TV programs such as “Waratte Iitomo!” and “Tetsuko’s Room.” He has even competed on equal footing with the legendary Mr. Maric on a TBS special program, and he is truly one of Japan’s leading magicians, and he is finally unveiling his skills! He explains two impromptu tricks and the overwhelmingly romantic Anniversary Waltz! Take this opportunity to learn about his performance philosophy, where he says, “It’s not what kind of magic you do, it’s who does it that matters,” and his romantic and fun magic honed through daily practice! 3rd Lecture FISM2018 Parlor Division 3rd Place Winner: Sho Takashige He is the first Japanese magician in 24 years to win an award in the parlor magic category at the FISM World Championships. He is also a talented young magician who has made numerous media appearances! While his achievements are impressive, what is particularly noteworthy is his high level of mastery of fundamental techniques. He will lecture on world-class fundamental techniques and how to practice them, along with works that are full of his creativity and sense of style. In these times when unconventional works tend to attract attention, why not take this opportunity to reconsider the fundamentals of magic?JONIO, who participated in the 4th World Lecture Conference for the third consecutive time. A multi-talented performer with numerous contest awards, who also works as a performer, lecturer, and magazine editor-in-chief, will be appearing in this lecture marathon! His lectures, in particular, are highly regarded for their ability to articulate know-how. In addition to giving his own lectures, he will also serve as the project leader, overseeing quality control and moderating all sessions. Based on the logic of routine creation, he will explain practical and manageable routines. His advanced version of his signature anniversary waltz, “HALFUSION,” which can be done with a regular deck, is a must-see. 5th Lecture: Nesumoa, the Prodigy of the SNS Era While many magicians have shifted their activities online due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this new generation magician has quickly embraced social media and is thriving! Attracting attention from numerous world-renowned magicians, he is a leading figure in the digitalization of magic. While he is strongly associated with visually stunning and acrobatic performances, his most noteworthy insights are his strategies for going viral on social media and his self-branding know-how. He will also explain the equipment necessary for online activities. His lecture, perfectly aligned with the times, is highly recommended not only for digitally native young magicians but also for established magicians who believe that live performances are everything! The 6th Lecture: Specialist in Mental Magic / Number 1 in Japan for Lecture DVD Sales – Birdie He is a renowned and leading figure in Japanese mental magic. His unique style, which combines hypnotism and magic, has undeniably created an era. His theories, honed through daily practice rather than mere theoretical speculation, can also be applied to improving magic beyond mentalism. This time, he will explain some astonishing works backed by devilish theories. Why not take this opportunity to dive into the world of psychology, a world completely opposite to his visually quick and easy performances? Shinichi Maruyama , President of JCMA, ​​Winner of the Card Division at the 7th Lecture Asia Conference “Maruyama has to be the strongest…” “Cards will never betray me…” Known as a maverick in the magic world, and living a punk life, he finally makes his appearance! You’ve probably heard about his overflowing love for cards and the numerous works he creates with the primary goal of showing them to an audience. This time, he will be lecturing on practical magic with the theme of tips for making tricks look good. However, with Mr. Maruyama, you never know what kind of lecture it will be. Because he’s punk. Be sure to look forward to the ultimate lecture! 8th Lecture: One of Japan’s leading card magicians / Winner of the ‘Best Close Up Magician Award’ in 2013 and 2016 / Ars / Takeshi Taniguchi For the final episode, we’ll have Ars, Japan’s leading expert in card sleight, as our guest speaker! His unique technique, which he calls his “independent research project,” is unparalleled. Fitting for this project, which increases in difficulty over the course of a month, it boasts an overwhelming level of difficulty. But it’s not just difficult; we’ll also delve into the background of the technique, which was devised to make magic simpler and more mysterious. Enjoy the world of sleight, which opens up new possibilities in card magic.