Lovely Christmas

Perfect for Christmas! A roundup of surprise ideas

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Since discovering music during my school days, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. I have experience writing articles for sites like Utaten. 2000s J-pop and 2010s K-pop were especially the soundtrack of my youth. With the mindset that “good is good,” I enjoy music across genres. Thanks to past work environments and their influence, I was exposed to lots of classic rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs), which may have broadened the scope of what I love. At RAG MUSIC, I currently focus on K-pop and J-pop. I strive to edit with a feel for the scene and an eye for hit potential.
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Deputy Editor of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. I’m Sasashina, a mom currently raising an elementary schooler and a preschooler. During my student years at Kyoto College of Science and Technology, I studied a wide range of fields including sound, lighting, and video technology, building a foundation in comprehensive stage production and creative expression. After graduation, I joined a music production company, where I still work, consistently building experience in production and engaging in a variety of music-centered tasks. Currently, I mainly handle articles for children, drawing on what I’ve learned about parenting and what I feel and discover through daily interactions with my kids. I hope my work can be of help to you, even in a small way!

Who are you planning to spend this Christmas with?

If you’re someone who wants to share a fun time with family, friends, or a significant other, this article’s theme is just for you.

From here, I’m going to introduce lots of surprise ideas that are perfect for Christmas!

I’ve gathered a wide range—from dreamy, feel-good ideas that will make you swoon to laugh-out-loud gags that are all about humor.

Let’s make the once-a-year big event as exciting as it can be!

Be sure to read all the way to the end!

Perfect for Christmas! A roundup of surprise ideas (21–30)

surprise balloon

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surprise balloon

How about a surprise using balloons? Prepare balloons in different sizes and colors, as well as alphabet-shaped balloons that spell “MERRY CHRISTMAS.” Inflate them with a hand pump and decorate them in a spot where they definitely won’t be found.

Try covering the room’s walls, the sofa and the surrounding area entirely with balloons, or stuffing the car trunk full—set it up while imagining the place that would surprise them the most.

Since balloons are very delicate, we recommend having extras on hand in case some pop during decorating.

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street piano

[Piano Prank] What if Santa suddenly played the piano…!? Mariah Carey / All I Want for Christmas Is You (Lovers’ Christmas) [Street Piano]

street piano

Street pianos are often used for everyday practice and performances.

While everyone plays freely, if you put thought into your outfit and song selection, you can create an event-like atmosphere that gets passersby excited too.

I recommend choosing cheerful Christmas songs that everyone knows.

It might also be good to prepare a few pieces so you can match the mood of the place.

It’s a Christmas surprise that can make everyone happy!

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A puppy is home!

What if Santa’s Christmas present were a puppy?! — Surprise!!

A puppy is home!

A puppy as a gift from Santa! If your family is considering getting a dog, Christmas could be a great time to start.

Every year when Christmas comes around, you’ll remember the day they joined your home, and your whole family can cherish them throughout their shorter life compared to humans.

Whether it’s a dog or any other pet, please be sure to have thorough discussions in advance and carefully consider whether to welcome a pet, so that it doesn’t lead to irresponsible ownership.

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Surprise egg

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Surprise egg

When it comes to Christmas, nothing beats waking up to presents.

Add a surprise twist with a Surprise Egg! It’s simple: just put the gift inside a large, egg-shaped wrapping.

When it’s time to open it, have the kids rip that egg-shaped wrapping to shreds.

Inside are lots of the toys they’ve been looking forward to! It’s a simple idea that just incorporates “ripping the wrapping paper,” but it’s a huge hit—especially with preschool and kindergarten-aged children!

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Santa is here!

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Santa is here!

On Christmas morning, finding presents by your pillow is such a delight.

Even adults get excited thinking that Santa brought Christmas gifts in the middle of the night.

And if children could actually meet the Santa who gives them presents, they would surely be astonished.

How about such a surprising gift? Santa appears from a big box! It will become a lifelong memory for the kids.

All you need is a simple setup: prepare a large box in a room filled with Christmas decorations, and have a real Santa pop out from inside.

Be sure to give it a try.

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In conclusion

I think there were ideas ranging from those for couples to ones that would delight small children.

As something that applies to all of them, it might be important to have the mindset of “doing whatever it takes to make Christmas exciting.” Go all in on the surprise to make the other person happy!