Marble & Padlock Hanayama Brain Teaser Puzzles

Put your brain in gear and see if you can figure how to solve these two metal disentaglement puzzles from Hanayama Puzzles of Japan (and distributed by BePuzzled/University Games in the United States). The object of both puzzles is to separate the pieces. Equally as challenging is re-assembly. Truly solving all Hanayama puzzles means that you actually know which moves take-apart the puzzle and then which moves allow it to be re-assembled. Hanayama puzzles are excellent brain teasers for ages 12 to 105 years. A few bright 8 to 11 year olds may also enjoy, provided they realize absolutely NO force is required to solve this tricksters. Puzzles are small, pocket size, measuring approximately 1.5 inches long. Recommended for ages 12 to 105 years. Reminder. NO FORCE is ever required to solve the puzzle. Just a series of clever moves.

PADLOCK is a level 5 difficulty; MARBLE is rated as a Level 4 challenge. (on manufacturer’s scale of 1 to 6, where 1 is easier and 6 most difficult). Individuals may experience the puzzles differently. Bonus 2 Red Velveteen Drawstring storage pouches. Measure approximately 3 x 4 inches laying flat. Bundled Items. Official Hanayama Puzzles are packaged in the dark green box with see-through front.