Free Online Amidakuji

Amidakuji is a traditional Japanese lottery method that has been used for fair selection in various situations. From event prize distributions to role assignments and team divisions, it has proven useful in many scenarios.

With the recent increase in online communication, there's growing demand for "using amidakuji online." That's where Amida-san, a free online amidakuji service, comes in.

Features of Amida-san

1. Completely Free to Use

All basic features of Amida-san are completely free:

• Create and share amidakuji
• Support for up to 299 participants
• Real-time participation tracking
• View and share lottery results
• Smartphone compatible

No registration required - just share the URL and start immediately.

2. No Registration Required

While many online services require account registration, Amida-san can be used without registration:

• No email address required
• No password management
• No personal information needed
• Start using immediately

There's no hassle of registering every time you host an event, making it easy and convenient.

3. Works Great on Mobile

Amida-san features responsive design and works perfectly on smartphones:

• UI optimized for touch operations
• Clear display on mobile devices
• Compatible with PC, smartphone, and tablet
• Works on any browser

Since all participants can join from their smartphones, it's ideal for remote events.

How to Use Online Amidakuji

Step 1: Create Amidakuji

1. Visit Amida-san
2. Enter your event title
3. Set destinations (prizes, roles, etc.)
4. Click "Create Amidakuji" button

That's all it takes to create an amidakuji.

Step 2: Share URL with Participants

Share the created amidakuji URL with participants:

• Send URL via LINE or Slack
• Send URL via email
• Display QR code for sharing

Participants can join simply by accessing the URL.

Step 3: Participants Draw Lines

Each participant adds horizontal lines in their turn:

• Enter name
• Add horizontal line at preferred position
• Wait for next participant

By having everyone participate, you achieve a fair lottery that no one can manipulate.

Step 4: Execute Lottery

Once everyone has joined, the administrator presses the "Start Lottery" button:

• Visually confirm results with 3D animation
• Transparent process
• Results shared with everyone

Once the lottery is complete, check the results and you're done.

Use Cases for Online Amidakuji

Event Lotteries

• Prize winner selection
• Raffle drawings
• Gift distribution
• Participation prize allocation

Role Assignment

• Selecting party organizers
• Assigning project roles
• Duty allocation
• MC selection

Team Division

• Group work team formation
• Sports team division
• Project team assignment
• Pair programming partner selection

Order Determination

• Presentation order
• Karaoke turn order
• Game play order
• Speaking order

Free vs. Paid Version

Amida-san is basically free for all features, but we also offer Amida 3D (paid option):

Free Version (Basic Features)

• Create and share amidakuji
• Support for up to 299 participants
• Real-time participation
• View results

Amida 3D (Paid Option)

• Beautiful 3D visualization
• Ball-dropping animation
• More immersive lottery experience
• Enhanced event atmosphere

The free version provides sufficient functionality, so we recommend trying it first.

Differences from Traditional Amidakuji

Problems with Paper Amidakuji

• Participants need to be in same location
• Need to coordinate line-drawing order
• Difficult to record results
• Challenging to manage with large groups

Benefits of Online Amidakuji

• Remote participation: Join from anywhere
• Automatic management: System handles progress automatically
• Records preserved: Share and save results
• Large group support: Up to 299 participants
• Transparency: Everyone's process is visible

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Is it really free?

Yes, all basic features are completely free. No charges apply except for Amida 3D (paid option).

Q2: Do I need to register?

No registration required. Just share the URL and start using immediately.

Q3: Can I use it on smartphone?

Yes, it's compatible with smartphones, tablets, and PCs.

Q4: How many people can participate?

Up to 299 participants can join. Suitable for large-scale events.

Q5: Can I save the results?

Yes, you can always check the results by saving the URL.

Q6: Is it secure?

Amidakuji data is securely managed and cannot be seen by others. Only those who know the URL can access it.

Summary

Amida-san is a free online amidakuji service:

• Completely free (basic features)
• No registration required
• Mobile-friendly
• Large group support
• Real-time sharing
• Transparent lottery

It's useful in various situations including event lotteries, role assignments, and team divisions. Give it a try!