SHOCKING PASSCASE T-309

Slide the gimmick inward toward your body, about half an inch.

A white sheet of paper instantly transforms into

real money! One playing card visibly changes into
another card! A message appears on a blank page!
Using the enclosed passcase, you will be able to
instantly transform one item into another with the
flick of a finger.
Magic creator Yuji Enei developed the unique concept behind this trick,
and illusionist Syouma applied the concept to a passcase. The result of
their collaboration is this wonderful passcase that looks like a natural
object, yet allows you to perform eye-popping magic.
The gimmick contains a center hinge that allows you to twist the window
end 180°. Rotate this end to the right.
Created by Yuji Enei and Syouma
English instructions by Steve Cohen
Illustrated by: Nariyuki Yoshihara

PERFORMANCE VIDEO

Before proceeding with the following instructions, we

recommend you first watch a performance video to see
how this trick appears to the audience. To access the
video online, please scan this QR code, or visit the fol-
lowing web page.
https://tenyo.jp/magic/videopage/11891sp.html

THE SECRET

The window panel of the passcase rotates 180°. The rotation occurs rapidly
due to a special gimmick. The item contained in the front of the passcase
is switched with the item hidden in the rear of the passcase, creating the
illusion of an instant transformation.

ENCLOSED PROPS

Gimmicked passcase
Loop a rubber band around the double notch located on the overlapped
panels on the right.

Rubber bands

Important Note:
A strong magnet is embedded in the passcase. Do not allow credit cards,
bank cards, or other magnetic-sensitive devices to contact this product.

SETTING THE GIMMICK

Hold the passcase with the transparent window end closest to you.

Stretch the rubber band around the back and hook it, from below, around
the double notch on the left.

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The wrapped rubber band holds the gimmick to the right.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Be sure to hold the passcase vertically during preparation. If you hold
it diagonally, the weight of the passcase itself can cause the magnet to
prematurely disengage.
Do your best to avoid sudden movements when transferring the passcase
from hand to hand. Handle the passcase slowly, not rapidly.

Vertical
position
Slide the upper end of the passcase back to its original position. Now twist
the window end of the gimmick to the left, stretching the rubber band. When
the window end is fully turned to the left, the two magnets will come into
Side view
contact with each other.

If the magnet rises up from its position, it will not function correctly.
Push down on the round sticker to reinsert the magnet to its deepest
possible position.
Sticker Push down
(magnet
located
below)

BLANK PAPER TO PRINTED CURRENCY

There are many possible ways to use the passcase, but first you will learn
how to transform a blank sheet of paper into a printed banknote.

Preparation
You will need a banknote, and a sheet of blank paper the same size as your
banknote. (We show a 1000 Japanese yen in the illustrations but please
use your local currency.) Fold the banknote in quarters vertically so it is
rectangular in shape.

Caution:
The first time you try this, the window end will rapidly flip back to its original
position as soon as it is released. This is due to the initial strength of the
rubber band. We recommend you rotate the gimmick numerous times to
stretch out the elasticity of the band. After several times, the stretched band
will not be strong enough to separate the magnets. (However the magnets
Rotate the gimmick panel of the passcase, and lock it into position with
are easily separated by pulling apart with your fingers.) The passcase is
the magnets.
now set for performance.
Insert the folded banknote into the window end that faces inward toward
Hold the upper end of the passcase in your left hand, window end pointing you. Fold the passcase in half to close it, and insert the passcase in your
downward. The gimmick is set with the rubber band stretched, as described pocket or bag.
above. You are now ready to make the window end flip. To do this, rapidly
flick the right side of the window end with your right finger. This action causes
the magnets to release, and the window end will automatically rotate 180°
thanks to the rubber band. Practice this handling numerous times so you
can discover the best spot to flick, and how much strength is necessary
to release the gimmick.

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Caution: Important Note:
If you leave the gimmick in its set position for too long, the elasticity of Hold the passcase slightly lower than your audience’s sightline. Positioning
the rubber band will not work properly. It only takes a moment to set the the passcase in this way will prevent the slight horizontal gap from being
gimmick, so we recommend preparing the passcase immediately before visible at its center.
you plan to perform it.
Flick the right end of the passcase with your right finger. This provides the
Performance impetus to rapidly rotate the window, and the banknote will now be visible
in the window on the spectator’s side. To your audience it appears as if
Show both sides of the blank paper to your audience. Fold the paper in
the bank paper has instantaneously transformed into a printed banknote.
quarters to match the banknote. Hold the passcase with the empty window
* There is a slight discrepancy in the passcase’s appearance when compared
facing toward your audience. Insert the blank paper into the window slot.
to its initial condition. However, your audience will only be focusing on the
printed banknote so all other details will be naturally ignored.

Audience view

Open the passcase by raising the inner flap upward. To ensure the gimmick
remains securely closed, pinch the left end of the gimmick with your left
fingers while opening the passcase.

Audience view

Fold the upper panel inward toward yourself, folding the passcase in half.
Remove the banknote from the window end, and place the passcase away
Pinch here with fingers in your pocket. Feel free to cover the slight gap with your fingers to hide
it from view.

Reposition your hands once you are certain the gimmick is secure. Hold
the upper panel of the passcase with your left fingers.

Unfold the banknote to show your audience it is genuine currency.

Audience view
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VARIOUS HANDLING IDEAS MAINTENANCE

As long as it fits into the passcase, you can experiment with many different ● If you will not be performing this magic trick for an extended period of
objects. Use your imagination to discover intriguing magical transformations. time, we recommend you remove the rubber band and store it in the
enclosed bag.
For example:
● The rubber band has the potential to break if used repeatedly. Please
● Transform a playing card
discard the broken band and replace with one of the replacement bands
provided in this package. Similar bands can be purchased by looking for
polyurethane hairbands sold in many stores. (The strength and size may
differ depending on the manufacturer, so be sure to experiment before
performing in front of an audience.)

● Instantly fill empty passcase with coins

● Transform a receipt into money

● Turn one drawing into another drawing
● Transform a blank card into your business card

● Make a message appear on a miniature birthday card

etc.

FINAL NOTES

A passcase is an everyday item many people possess. Think of a natural

way to introduce this item in your own life so it does not appear as a magic
prop you happen to have with you. We are sure you’ll find ways to surprise
people as you go about your day.

©2024 Tokyo, Japan

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