[Simple Impressions] Fun Classic Bits Even Beginners Can Do [2026]
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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Singers/Artists (21–30)
ThrillerMichael Jackson
Let’s try doing a Michael Jackson impersonation! Speaking of Michael Jackson, he was a genius dancer, and what comes to mind is the “moonwalk.” That’s not something you can easily imitate, right? So how about trying an impersonation of “Thriller” instead? “Thriller” is one of his signature works, too.
It would be great to perform it with a big group!
Voice of the SeaUrashima Taro
Urashima Taro is one of the characters appearing in au’s Santaro commercial series.
He is played by Kenta Kiritani, an actor known for numerous works such as Crows Zero and ROOKIES.
The song Umi no Koe, sung by Kiritani as Urashima Taro, became hugely popular when it aired in the commercial.
Key points for doing a vocal impersonation of this big hit are to slightly constrict your throat and create a rough, husky tone to emulate Kiritani’s rasp.
Keep these two points in mind, and try singing while imagining the scene of playing a sanshin on the beach!
Kei Tani
How about imitating Kei Tani, who played trombone in the comic band Hana Hajime and the Crazy Cats? Among his jokes, “Gachōn” is arguably one of the signature gags of the Showa era.
People born in the Heisei era and later might not get it, but for those born up through the late 1960s, it’s a surefire bit.
B’z
B’z has produced a variety of hit songs, and vocalist Koshi Inaba’s powerful high-tone voice really sticks in your ears.
Precisely because their songs are so well-known, even capturing a bit of Inaba’s vibe can liven up the moment.
His one-of-a-kind voice hides various techniques—like a blend of chest voice and falsetto—so listen closely and challenge yourself to replicate it.
On impression shows, a “B’z squad” sometimes appears, so going for strength in numbers can create a comedic atmosphere—highly recommended.
Masayoshi Yamazaki
Masayoshi Yamazaki’s uniquely nasal singing voice is part of his charm.
An impression of him, beloved across generations, will come in handy in situations where people of various ages gather.
It might even serve as vocal training.
Highly recommended especially for those confident in their singing ability!
Singers/Artists (31–40)
Akiko Wada
For those trying impersonations for the first time, I highly recommend Akiko Wada! When you hear Akiko Wada’s name, many people probably think of Mr.
Shachihoko.
If you listen to Mr.
Shachihoko without seeing him, it really sounds like Akiko Wada herself is talking (lol).
Try copying that confident style of impersonation yourself! It’s sure to be a huge hit with everyone from kids to adults.
Baseball players (1–10)
Ichiro
At the ‘Impressions Too Subtle to Convey’ competition, Nichiro does an imitation of Ichiro.
If you constantly observe and mimic Ichiro’s genius movements, you can eventually reproduce them as your own.
A genius’s movements may seem difficult at first glance, but once you grasp the key characteristics, it becomes possible through steady accumulation.
