Akiyoshi's Illusion Pages
The lab page of the psychologist whose completely static images refuse to stop rotating, added to for over twenty years.
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How to get the most from it
Akiyoshi's Illusion Pages sits in Optical Illusions under Weird, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- Use a laptop or desktop computer — we file it as desktop only.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something mesmerising and brainy.
About this category: Illusion collections and perception demos. The good ones keep working after you have been told exactly how they work.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Watching something hypnotic for a while
- Giving your brain a workout
- A quiet break at your desk
- Trying it with zero commitment
Akiyoshi's Illusion Pages: quick answers
Is Akiyoshi's Illusion Pages free?
Yes. Akiyoshi's Illusion Pages is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Akiyoshi's Illusion Pages?
No. You can use Akiyoshi's Illusion Pages without signing up for anything.
Does Akiyoshi's Illusion Pages work on a phone?
Not well. We file Akiyoshi's Illusion Pages as desktop only, so open it on a laptop or desktop computer.
Is Akiyoshi's Illusion Pages safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Akiyoshi's Illusion Pages take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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