A Korean university student has won the grand prize at an international magic competition in Japan.

Dong-Pusan College University said Wednesday that Ryu Hyun-min, who studies magic entertainment at the school, won the top prize for the close-up sector of UGM World Magic Seminar that was held in Japan for two days starting August 2nd.

In close-up magic, the audience sits in close proximity to the magician, who uses items such as cards and coins to perform tricks.

Eighteen magicians competed in the close-up contest at the event.