Mizuho Bank announced the winning numbers for the 1963rd Lotto 6 draw and the 6636th draws of Numbers 3 and Numbers 4 on January 9, 2025. This annual spectacle brings excitement to many hopeful players across Japan, eager for the chance to win big.
For the Lotto 6 results, the main numbers drawn were 03, 04, 20, 29, 35, and 38, with the bonus number being 06. Unfortunately, no one matched all six numbers for the first prize. Nevertheless, five winners hit the second prize, taking home 15,889,400 yen each, and 161 players won the third prize, earning 532,900 yen each. A total of 9,398 players matched four numbers to win 9,600 yen, and 169,569 players matched three numbers to claim 1,000 yen. Notably, the total carryover for this draw stood at 485,899,223 yen, keeping players hopeful for the next draw.
"The winning numbers for the Lotto 6 are 03, 04, 20, 29, 35, and 38, with bonus number 06," reported Mizuho Bank. This emphasizes the competitive nature of the draw, where participants vie for substantial sums based on lucky number combinations.
Transitioning to the Numbers draws, the results were equally compelling. For Numbers 3, the drawn number was 207, resulting in 630 winners from the Straight category, each garnering 39,900 yen. The Box category had 424 winners who received 6,600 yen each. The Set option saw 193 winners under the Straight title taking home 23,200 yen. Various prize amounts highlighting the accessibility of smaller wins keep alight the lottery’s widespread participation.
For Numbers 4, the winning number was 5802. This draw proved lucrative for 253 Straight winners, each receiving 316,000 yen. The Box method garnered 346 winners who claimed 13,100 yen, illustrating how the different types of bets can lead to diverse wins.
"For Numbers 3, the drawn number is 207, and for Numbers 4, the drawn number is 5802," reported Mizuho Bank, giving players insight on their recent chances.
The rules for these lottery draws are straightforward yet engaging. For Lotto 6, participants choose six numbers from 1 to 43, and the prize structure defines the winnings based on how many numbers players match. The highest prize can reach up to 200 million yen, or even 600 million yen with carryover. Each subsequent number match earns tier-based winnings, making every draw anticipation-filled.
For Numbers 3 and 4, players select three or four numbers, respectively, from 0 to 9, and can choose different betting methods—Straight prizes require numbers to match in the exact order, whereas Box bets allow for any order. The draws occur Monday to Friday, excluding holidays.
The buzz surrounding these announcements is palpable, as millions await their chance to strike it rich. Overall, the excitement generated by the lottery continues to be a hallmark of community engagement, investing hopes and dreams with every ticket purchased.
Interested participants can always check Mizuho Bank's official lottery site for the latest results and detailed rules, ensuring everyone stays informed on how to play and win. With each draw offering substantial carryovers and bewitching possibilities, who knows what luck awaits the next hopeful player?