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Many people have probably experienced being suddenly asked at company parties, banquets, year-end or New Year gatherings to “Do something funny!” even without any warning.
If you’re thinking, “I can’t do a one-shot gag, and I’m not good at jokes…,” then impressions are perfect for you!
It’s great if your impression sounds similar, but even if it doesn’t, going all in can still get everyone excited.
Plus, once you master an impression, you can pull it out in any situation—super handy!
In this article, we’ve gathered easy, recommended impressions of anime characters everyone knows and popular celebrities.
Pick the ones that fit your voice and personality, and give them a try!
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Celebrities (21–30)
Emiko Uenuma
When it comes to the empress of Kansai, it has to be Emiko Uenuma.
She appears on countless variety shows and is a familiar face that people living in Kansai can’t do without.
How about trying an impression of Emiko Uenuma? Recently, Masumi from the female comedy duo “Tensai Pianist” has been doing it with the seal of approval from Uenuma herself.
You often see it on comedy shows.
Learn the tricks from her and show off a kind of impression-of-an-impression of Emiko Uenuma! The outfit and makeup are key, too.
Akira Nakao
Mr.
Akira Nakao, when you watch TV, you often see a lot of comedians doing impressions of you, right? And since many of them introduce themselves by saying “I’m Nakao,” it makes it easier, doesn’t it? Even if the impression isn’t that similar, once they say their name, you can tell who it is (lol).
And speaking of Mr.
Nakao, there’s that neck accessory—the twisted scarf! If you put on a jacket, wrap that twisty scarf, and wear sunglasses, even if the impression isn’t that close… you can probably pull it off!
Haruka Ayase
Haruka Ayase is active in a wide range of fields—dramas, movies, and commercials.
If you’re a woman, how about trying an impression of her? You often see people doing impressions of her on comedy shows, right? For the look: clear, translucent skin, long black hair, and a slightly troubled expression—use makeup to create downward-slanting, figure-eight eyebrows.
Her slightly nasal voice is also distinctive.
Mimicking lines from the popular drama “JIN” or from her commercials would work well too.
Singers / Artists (1–10)
Shinichi Mori
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Shinichi Mori, the father whose sons Taka and Hiro are also drawing attention for their remarkable success, is well known for his distinctive raspy voice, a favorite among impressionists.
His famous line is probably, “Good evening, I’m Shinichi Mori.” If you naturally have a husky voice, it’s a perfect chance to do an impression! Adding a brief pause between “Mori” and “Shinichi” makes it sound even more convincing.
Mori has many hit songs like “Ofukuro-san” and “Fuyu no Riviera,” so he’s sure to liven up any karaoke gathering.
LiSA
The powerful, emotionally charged ballad Homura, which became a big sensation as the theme song for the film Demon Slayer: Mugen Train.
LiSA is a popular artist known for her strong vocals and expressive delivery.
Simply imitating her tone and gestures—full of energy and passion—will spread smiles all around.
By incorporating poses like a deep breath before singing, cheerful waving, and gestures that reach out to the audience, you can more easily convey LiSA’s on-stage presence.
milet
Milet’s mysterious, commanding voice and distinctive singing style are truly captivating.
Just slightly exaggerating her way of speaking or singing can instantly lighten the mood.
When she sings, she skillfully balances breath and voice and delivers richly emotional performances, so if you keep that unique phrasing—and her cool, mysterious vibe—in mind as you imitate her, you’ll make a strong impression right away.
Create that familiar atmosphere everyone recognizes, and craft a warm, smiling moment!
Yuri
If you slightly exaggerate Yuri’s voice and speaking style, and pay attention to the unique pause and expression at the start of a song, everyone will quickly think, “Oh, that’s so Yuri!” The key to getting the crowd excited is to enjoy the vibe rather than trying to imitate perfectly.
Try raising or lowering your tone a bit, and play up the gestures Yuri often uses—exaggerating them makes it easier for the audience to get it.
Pick a song everyone knows and lift the mood with that gentle atmosphere!