When it’s time to say goodbye to graduating seniors or colleagues who are leaving the company, it’s common to gather everyone for a farewell party.
In those moments, it’s nicer to part with smiles and laughter than with tears, isn’t it?
In this article, we’ll introduce some fun games that are perfect for farewell parties.
We’ve collected a variety of games—from quick, easy ones you can enjoy between courses to team competitions that help you feel a sense of camaraderie.
Through these games, we hope everyone ends the event with smiles and has a wonderful time together!
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Banquet and party games that liven up farewell parties (1–10)
NG word game
The “NG Word Game” is fun both for the people playing and for those watching.
It’s apparently such a hit that the morning variety show “Love it!” has featured it multiple times.
All you need to prepare are business card–sized pieces of cardstock and some double-sided tape—maybe that simplicity is part of its appeal.
For the NG words, pick ones you’re likely to say at a farewell party, such as “thank you,” “appreciation,” “got scolded,” or “senpai.” Be sure to designate a referee in advance to keep the game running smoothly!
Private Quiz
A “private game” that gets everyone hyped by revealing a bit of their personal side.
It doesn’t require any special prep and anyone can enjoy it easily, so it’s perfect when you want to send someone off with lots of laughs! Don’t overthink the prompts—try lightly personal questions like “What do you eat for breakfast every day?” or “What’s your phone’s lock screen image?” You might discover hidden or unexpected sides of each other that you wouldn’t notice in everyday life.
Through this game, your bonds will grow even stronger—so give it a try!
Ranking Battle
The TV show “Geinoujin Kakuzuke Check” has become a New Year’s tradition.
Although there are a few special broadcasts throughout the year, the New Year’s special is especially fun—it just feels more festive.
Let’s enjoy a rating-check game together, just like on the show.
Try to pick out the 1,000,000-yen ring, savor premium wagyu beef—there are plenty of ranking challenges to choose from.
The kani-kama versus real crab taste test is a classic! Make sure to appoint a solid MC—someone as dependable as Downtown’s Hamada.
It’ll make the farewell party instantly more fun.
Stand-up game
The “stand-up game,” a popular icebreaker at welcome parties, also comes in handy for large farewell or send-off gatherings.
The rules are simple: exactly the number of people matching the specified number stand up—nothing more.
If there are any local rules, make sure to align on them beforehand.
For groups that include wheelchair users, you can switch to a raise-your-hand version instead of standing.
It’s truly a game everyone can enjoy, from adults to children.
Use this game to fill your farewell party with smiles!
Gesture guessing game
It’s a game where you perform gestures that match a prompt and have others guess what it is.
The rules are simple and anyone can play, making it perfect for a farewell party with a diverse group.
It’s also fun to split into several teams and make it a team competition!
NG word game
Keep the smiles going even at farewell gatherings! The NG Word Game is a perfect activity to create a friendly atmosphere and liven up parties and thank-you banquets.
Players communicate while avoiding their assigned “NG words” (forbidden words).
The fun lies in the psychological battle—everyone probes nervously, and the tension of potential penalties adds an exciting twist.
All you need is paper and pens.
The more people you have, the more slip-ups happen during conversations, guaranteeing nonstop laughter.
It’s also a great idea to prepare some penalties in advance.
Share ideas with everyone and enjoy this wonderful game that’s sure to bring big smiles all around.
Three-letter shiritori
The three-letter shiritori game, perfect for farewell parties, is a unique activity everyone can enjoy.
Limiting words to three letters doesn’t just make it shiritori—it turns it into a brain workout that’s sure to energize participants.
Despite its simplicity, unexpected words pop up, and sudden flashes of inspiration and lively word exchanges make for a great time.
It’s also a good idea to think of various three-letter words in advance, just in case.
This is the ideal game to brighten farewells—whether for graduations or job changes—with smiles.
Intro Quiz
At a going-away party, you’d rather share a time full of smiles than sink into sentimentality.
An intro quiz is perfect for setting that mood.
This familiar game you often see on TV can be enjoyed easily on a smartphone.
The rules are simple: play only the intro of a song and guess the title.
When memorable melodies or nostalgic numbers come on, the excitement will soar.
It’s also a good idea to tailor the playlist to the participants’ ages and tastes.
Choose a wide range—from pop to anime songs to the latest hits—and everyone will have a chance to shine.
With an intro quiz, you’ll etch an unforgettable moment in time, accompanied by music.
Photo guessing quiz
If you want to send someone off in a warm, friendly atmosphere, why not spice things up with a photo guessing quiz? For example, borrow childhood photos of graduating seniors or your coworkers and have everyone guess whose childhood it was.
Some people look just the same as when they were little, some have a faint resemblance, and some have completely changed—just a single photo is sure to liven things up.
And if the photos feel nostalgic for their era and spark laughter or stories from that time, you might even discover new sides to that person!
Tongue Twister Championship
Tongue twisters are said to have existed since the Edo period.
Just how many TV shows have been saved by these tongue twisters? The key to getting everyone excited is to search online and prepare lots of unusual tongue twisters.
If you have a true/false machine that makes a “ding-dong!” sound, it’ll boost the mood even more.
You can probably find one in the novelty section of big-box stores, so check it out if you’re interested! It might also be nice to end the tongue twister segment by quickly saying, “Thank you, [Name].
Thank you, [Name].”