Entertainments and performances to liven up cherry-blossom viewing: spring mini games
When it comes to spring, the number one event is definitely cherry-blossom viewing (hanami)!
You can relax with your favorite drink while gazing at the beautiful cherry blossoms, or enjoy a get-together or party with everyone.
But when you’re asked to provide some entertainment or a performance—or you want to plan something yourself—it’s not always easy to come up with ideas on the spot.
So in this article, we’ll introduce activities and performances that will liven up your hanami!
We’ve also picked out games you can enjoy even when it’s hard to be loud.
One of the real joys of hanami is enjoying the beautiful cherry blossoms in between doing these activities and performances.
Here’s to a hanami that everyone can enjoy and get excited about together!
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Entertainment and performances to liven up cherry-blossom viewing: Spring mini games (11–20)
cosplay
By doing cosplay at a cherry blossom viewing party, you can attract attention not only from your own group but also from others there, and help liven up the atmosphere.
Indeed, since it’s a festive gathering, it seems acceptable even if strangers are the ones doing it.
Swallow your embarrassment, muster your courage, and give it a try.
In addition to the classic cross-dressing, it also seems good to become an anime character that suits hanami.
Hige Dance
The Hige Dance caused a huge boom among both children and adults in the 1980s.
Kato Cha and Ken Shimura performed without speaking, showcasing vaudeville-like tricks while dancing to music—their comedy and the satisfying, laugh-inducing routines were a joy to watch.
The Hige Dance, which brightens people’s moods and brings fun, is a perfect sideshow for occasions like cherry-blossom viewing parties! It’s a hit whether it’s an adults-only hanami or one with children.
Liven things up with the easy-to-understand and entertaining Hige Dance!
Russian roulette
It’s a simple game where there’s just one item among a set of identical-looking foods that tastes drastically different.
The fun comes from seeing how the unlucky person reacts when they pick the odd one out.
You can use store-bought items, or make your own by adding seasonings—both sound enjoyable.
The classic twist is to make one item extra spicy or sour, but don’t overdo it, as it could affect health; striking the right balance is important.
Since the game combines the selection phase with a built-in forfeit, one of its biggest appeals is how easy it is to prepare.
one-shot gag
If each person has a go-to one-shot gag, you can go about life with peace of mind, right? When you get put on the spot—especially at things like cherry-blossom viewing parties—it really pays to have something prepared in advance.
You’ve probably also had moments where you thought, “If only I’d had a clever little trick up my sleeve then.” Whether you have one already or not, it’s a good idea to keep a one-shot gag that suits you at the ready!
karaoke
Songs with cherry blossoms—there’s something truly evocative about that combination, isn’t there? Karaoke livens up any setting, and even without an outlet, a battery-powered karaoke machine can set the mood.
Singing with a slight buzz can feel great, too, so by all means, give it a try with some cherry blossom-themed tunes!
singing with self-accompaniment
Even without electricity or a karaoke machine, you can enjoy music anywhere with just an acoustic guitar.
Take a look at a chord book or chord progression website and have fun singing your favorite songs! Singing outdoors with live accompaniment will make for a wonderfully pleasant time!
Entertaining Performances and Sideshow Acts to Liven Up Cherry-Blossom Viewing: Spring Mini Games (21–30)
Nanjamonja
One of the classic board games where memory and quick reactions are key.
As long as you have cards with characters drawn on them, you can easily make your own and enjoy it.
Participants take turns flipping over cards and give each appearing character a name using their imagination.
When a card that already has a name appears, everyone tries to recall and shout the name, and the fastest person earns a point.
As the game progresses, there are more names to remember and the difficulty increases.
Incorporating the names of people present could make it even more exciting.