[Entertainment/Performance] Impressions that women will nail (crowd-pleasing impersonations)
There probably aren’t many people who love doing impressions in front of others! On the contrary, more people likely find it hard to perform in public.
That said, there are times—at work gatherings, get-togethers with friends, wedding receptions, or parties—when you have to put on some kind of performance.
In this article, we’ve picked out impression material that’s likely to get laughs and is easy for women to try.
From bits that work regardless of age or gender to impersonations of various TV personalities—there’s something for everyone.
Keep these in mind as a handy reference for when the time comes!
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[Entertainment/Performances] Funny Impressions Recommended for Women (11–20)
3 o’clock heroine
The comedy trio “3ji no Heroine” is all the rage right now.
If you’re planning a group performance with multiple women, why not try their signature bit, “Overseas Drama Clichés”? Anyone who’s watched foreign dramas will definitely laugh, and even people unfamiliar with them should get it quickly if you add a brief explanation.
Regular clothes are fine for costumes, but to give it an overseas vibe, a slightly heavier makeup look might make it even funnier.
Use big gestures, speak loudly, and perform confidently without being shy!
Ayumi Hamasaki
Ayumi Hamasaki—known as “Ayu”—is such a popular subject that even professional impressionists perform her.
If you’re a woman who likes doing impressions, chances are you’ve tried imitating her at least once.
People with a slight lisp tend to be easy to imitate, and she’s one of those figures who’s comparatively approachable.
While singing like her is quite challenging, mimicking her speaking style lowers the bar.
If your voice has a slightly husky quality, all the more reason to give it a try!
Natsuko Yokozawa
Natsuko Yokozawa is a performer who excels at small skits that feel like they could happen in real life, such as relatable office-lady scenarios.
There are plenty of bits that will make women, in particular, chuckle.
How about trying to copy Yokozawa’s style? It’s a great conversational performance to keep the mood lively when you want something other than karaoke.
Chibi Maruko-chan
Among impressionists, Karl Kitagawa delivers truly high-quality performances and has a wide repertoire of material—he amazes me every time I see a new act.
He also serves as the leader of the group Chrisotts.
This is an impression of the nationally beloved anime Chibi Maruko-chan, and he covers not only the main character, Maruko, but almost all of the principal cast.
I can’t hide my astonishment.
If you can pull off an impression of this level of difficulty, you’ll outshine other acts by a wide margin.
Ponyo
Ponyo, the little fish girl from Studio Ghibli’s film Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea.
The movie itself, along with its theme song and characters, became hugely popular.
When doing an impression, try saying lines like “Ponyo loves Sosuke!” or “Ponyo will become human!” while channeling Ponyo’s adorable vibe.
Even if you only capture the general feel, anyone who knows the film will likely recognize it right away as “That’s Ponyo.” For the “loves Sosuke” line, it’s also fun to swap out “Sosuke” with the name of someone who’s there with you.
Hikaru Utada
Hikaru Utada, an artist who has been active energetically since the 1990s, is well-suited for impersonations due to her high level of recognition and the fame of her performances for each song.
Her slightly husky low register, distinctive vocal quality, as well as her dance and facial expressions provide many key points to capture, so why not practice while watching her music videos?
[Entertainment/Performances] Women-Recommended Crowd-Pleasing Impressions (21–30)
HANA
HANA is a seven-member girl group born from the audition project “No No Girls,” produced by Chanmina.
Their appeal lies in performances that showcase each member’s individuality and energetic stage presence that leaves a lasting impression.
With powerful tracks and catchy sounds, they’re drawing attention at live shows and events.
The key when imitating them is to incorporate the group’s signature poses and chants, and to highlight each member’s unique traits.
Adding simple moves everyone can do together or clapping along to the rhythm will naturally bring out smiles!
