Anakarakuri by Tenyo Magic

Use code Tenyo15 for an exclusive 15% discount on Tenyo effects, valid through the end of July! This enchanting piece of magic, traditionally known as Karakuri Byobu or Obi Karakuri in Japan, is a paper-based mechanism that creates astonishing visual effects through a series of simple folds and reveals. Though seemingly a flat sheet, it transforms in ways that defy logic, making pictures appear or change. Effect: The spectator selects two cards. Unknown to the magician, these selections are the Eight of Hearts and the Queen of Hearts. The magician introduces a curious piece of paper patterned with red and white squares and filled with heart-shaped cutouts. Both sides are shown clearly before he proclaims, "This will help me reveal your cards." He folds the paper and reveals two hearts, asking the first spectator: "Is that your card? The Two of Hearts?" “No,” comes the reply. The magician folds the paper again—this time revealing four hearts. "The Four of Hearts, then?" Again, th