Loto 6 — Complete Guide

How to play Loto 6, the odds, the prize tiers and how to check your numbers.

About Loto 6

Loto 6 is one of Japan's best-known lotteries, followed by players around the world for its large jackpots and regular draws. To take part you choose 6 main numbers from 1 to 43, plus 1 bonus ball from a separate pool. Match all of them and you win the jackpot, which currently stands at an estimated ¥600 Million.

Lower prize tiers are awarded for matching fewer numbers, so there are several ways to win in every draw. The odds of landing the top prize are around 1 in 6,096,454, and the full prize breakdown for each draw is shown on this page. On this page you can look up the latest Loto 6 winning numbers, browse the complete draw history, and use our free checker to see what any line of numbers would have won.

How to play

  1. Pick your 6 numbers from 1 to 43, then choose your 1 bonus ball — or use Quick Pick for a random line.
  2. Compare your line against the latest Loto 6 draw, or any past draw in the history below.
  3. See instantly how many numbers you matched and which prize tier that falls into.

Prize tiers & odds

MatchOddsTheoretical prize
6 numbers 1 in 6,096,454 ¥600 Million
5 numbers 1 in 1,016,076 ¥100M
5 numbers 1 in 28,224 ¥2.78M
4 numbers 1 in 610 ¥60,030
3 numbers 1 in 39 ¥3,840

Prize amounts are theoretical estimates derived from the jackpot and each tier's odds — for information only.

Do "hot" and "cold" numbers help?

Our statistics pages show which Loto 6 numbers have appeared most and least often. They're a fun way to explore the draw history — but every combination has exactly the same chance in a fair draw, so past frequency does not change the odds of any future result. Use them for interest, not as a system.

Loto 6 FAQ

How many numbers do you need to win Loto 6?

To win the Loto 6 jackpot you must match all 6 main numbers drawn from 1 to 43 as well as 1 bonus ball. Smaller prizes are paid for matching fewer numbers.

What are the odds of winning the Loto 6 jackpot?

The odds of winning the Loto 6 jackpot are approximately 1 in 6,096,454. Lower tiers have much shorter odds.

How big is the Loto 6 jackpot right now?

The current estimated Loto 6 jackpot is ¥600 Million. Jackpots roll over and grow when there is no top-tier winner.

Where can I check the latest Loto 6 results?

You can find the latest Loto 6 winning numbers and the full draw history on this page, updated after every draw.

Can I check if my Loto 6 numbers won?

Yes. Use the free number checker on this page to enter your line and compare it against any Loto 6 draw — it shows your matches and the theoretical prize instantly.