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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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Anime characters (1–10)
Elmo
Elmo is one of the most iconic and popular characters from Sesame Street.
He’s known for his red fur, his hurried movements, and his high-pitched, fast-talking voice.
Think of using a falsetto and speaking quickly, with slightly unclear enunciation—that’s the key.
His big, distinctive laugh is also memorable, so it might help to include laughter in the conversation.
Since he doesn’t have many signature catchphrases, it may be more important to rely on the speed and energy of the delivery.
Nyan-chu
Nyanchu is a popular character from NHK’s educational programs for children.
Having been active since the 1990s, he’s supported by a wide range of generations.
His distinctive raspy voice is something you wouldn’t expect from his cute look, modeled after a blue mouse costume.
The key to doing an impression is to add accents in the middle of sentences and speak with lots of energy.
He’s recommended for those confident in their low register or anyone who wants to try a unique character voice.
Try changing the first person pronoun “boku” or “watashi” to “mee,” and add “nya” at the end of your sentences when you speak.
Crayon Shin-chan
A classic, easy impression? It’s an impression of Shin-chan, the protagonist of the anime Crayon Shin-chan.
The voice actor changed in 2018, right? And when TV shows ask celebrities, “Can you do any impressions?” aren’t there a lot of people who do Crayon Shin-chan? I’m sure it’s that easy to imitate.
It’s also important to say lines that sound like something Shin-chan—a slightly precocious kindergartener—would say.
Doraemon
It’s practically the gold standard of impressions—maybe even the classic choice.
Let’s try doing a voice impression of Doraemon, the main character of the beloved, nationally famous anime Doraemon! You might think, “If I’m just listening, it seems doable,” but when you actually try it, you may not know how to produce the voice.
Don’t worry! Because the character is so well-known, there are plenty of impression videos and tutorials that teach you tips on how to make the voice.
And while I called it ‘national,’ Doraemon is popular not only in Japan but overseas as well, so it’s a reliable bit to have in your repertoire!
Anime characters (11–20)
Shinichi Kudo
From Detective Conan, here’s an impression of the protagonist, Shinichi Kudo.
The role and the voice quality are both cool, so if you’re unhappy with your natural voice, studying this might help you aim for a better one.
It can give others the impression that you’re sharp-minded, which could be useful in many situations.
Winnie the Pooh
I think many people have never tried doing impressions and consider themselves beginners.
But how about practicing and mastering some anime characters or universally known characters for those times when you absolutely have to do one? Disney characters, in particular, are familiar to everyone from small children to adults, so they can be used in many situations.
Here, we’re giving tips on how to do an impression of Winnie the Pooh.
Pooh’s way of speaking is a bit different from his cute appearance—he has a laid-back, slightly uncle-like tone.
This guide introduces the key points for speaking like that.
Lupin the Third
It’s an anime character that everyone, young and old, knows.
He’s playful and clumsy, but he also has a cool side where he really delivers when it counts.
For an easy Lupin impression, use a cheerful voice and say something silly—introductions are a classic.
If you want to take your impression a step further, why not try portraying Lupin speaking coolly in a serious scene? It requires acting skill, so it’s not something you can just pull off casually, but it might be very rewarding.
Stitch
Among Disney characters, Stitch is especially popular.
He’s a mischievous little rascal but so cute you can’t hate him—and he’s actually an alien.
In Japan, he’s voiced by Koichi Yamadera.
Stitch has a very distinctive, raspy voice.
The trick, apparently, is to kind of close your throat.
Give it a try—but be careful not to strain your throat!
Levi, Captain of the Survey Corps (Attack on Titan)
Humanity’s strongest, fastidious, sharp-eyed, and small in stature—yet the more you look, the more your heart skips: a cool and cute character.
That’s Captain Levi.
Not only anime geeks, but women all over Japan swoon over him.
If you could imitate him, you’d definitely get people screaming with excitement.
Anya
Both the manga and anime of SPY x FAMILY are hugely popular.
Among its characters, Anya—the girl who can read people’s minds—is adored by people of all ages.
That’s why doing an impression of the ever-popular Anya is sure to be a hit in any situation! Anya often mixes up words and speaks in a very childlike, innocent way—that’s her trademark.
Keeping that in mind, try saying lines like “Anya likes peanuts,” “Odekeke,” “Daijobumasu,” and “Chichi–Haha” in a cute voice! Don’t overthink it—just bring out as much of a childish vibe as you can, and even beginners will find it easy to try.
