[For Adults] Fun Things to Do on a Rainy Day
Rainy days can make not only children but also adults feel a bit down, can’t they?
With activities and outing options limited, many people may not know how to spend a rainy day.
In this article, we introduce ways for adults to enjoy rainy days.
We’ve gathered a variety of recommendations—from things you can enjoy at home to activities you can do by stepping out to indoor facilities.
Find something you like and make rainy days enjoyable!
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[For Adults] Fun Things To Do on a Rainy Day (1–10)
cuisine
These days, more and more people enjoy cooking at home regardless of gender.
In our modern world, you can quickly search for recipes on your smartphone, and there are plenty of simple, time-saving recipes that use only a microwave.
So why not enjoy some cooking on a rainy day? Beyond regular meals, this could be a great chance to try making sweets as well.
People feel happy when they eat something delicious.
If you can create that with your own hands, you’ll feel a sense of accomplishment—and it will surely be a fulfilling time.
DIY
Some of you may enjoy DIY as a hobby.
Carefully choosing materials, assembling everything, and adding decorations to complete a single piece can be hard work, but it’s also a lot of fun.
So on a rainy day when you have time, why not try some DIY at home? One great thing about DIY is not only that you can create something exactly to your taste, but you can also make it in the perfect size you need.
If you ever think, “It would be convenient if I had something like this…,” go ahead and try making it yourself.
There are plenty of video channels that share how-to guides for free, so it’s also a good idea to look for similar ideas and use them as references.
board game
As a rainy-day indoor activity, why not try some board games? When it comes to board games, Reversi and The Game of Life are probably the most famous.
People of all ages have likely played them at least once.
Recently, games like Werewolf, Penguin Party, and ito have become popular—despite their simple rules, they offer psychological battles and strategic play, and there are also many cooperative games where you work together toward a common goal.
Choose based on the ages and number of players, and have a great time together!
[For Adults] Fun Things to Do on a Rainy Day (11–20)
Watching movies and dramas
For those who love being active outdoors, rainy days can feel gloomy.
But that’s exactly when you can slow down and enjoy some cozy time at home.
There are many ways to spend it, but one recommendation is watching dramas or movies.
Since dramas usually have about 10 episodes and movies run around two hours, it can be hard to make time for them in a busy schedule.
That’s why they’re perfect for a day when you have to stay inside because of the rain.
Why not take this chance to watch something you’ve been meaning to see or check out the latest buzzworthy releases?
Go to the aquarium
Aquariums are popular both as date spots and as places for families to have fun.
Since you mainly walk around viewing indoor tanks, they’re perfect for outings on rainy days.
Just watching fish swim gracefully in large tanks is soothing, and it’s sure to refresh both mind and body by taking you out of your daily routine.
Even if you don’t usually visit aquariums, why not take advantage of a rainy day and give it a try? Some aquariums also have areas where you can eat and places to rest, so it’s nice to take your time and stroll through at a leisurely pace.
Bowling
Bowling is an indoor activity that lets you move your body and have fun.
It’s a simple game—aim a ball at ten pins and knock them down—so kids and adults alike can enjoy it! You can go to a bowling alley with friends, or if you’re playing with small children, try setting up pins made from water-filled plastic bottles and using a rubber ball to enjoy it at home.
It’s a simple game, but competing to see how many pins you knock down can be surprisingly exciting.
When you manage to knock down all the pins in one try, share the joy with your friends! And if you prefer a more disciplined approach, head out solo to practice and improve your score.
Music appreciation
If you want to spend a relaxing day at home when it’s raining, I recommend listening to music.
Playing your favorite genres like J-pop or K-pop is great, but to make a rainy day even more enjoyable, how about listening to “rainy day songs”? If you search online, you’ll find plenty of rankings, and there are also CDs compiled specifically for rainy days under names like “Ame no Uta” (songs about rain).
Look for tracks that make the calm mood of a rainy day even nicer, and enjoy some music appreciation on a rainy day.