A collection of questions that will liven up conversations with friends. Talk themes to deepen your bond.
Looking for conversation starters that naturally liven up chats with friends? With social media everywhere, there should be plenty of shared topics.
Still, it’s not always easy to think of them, and figuring out how to ask the first question can be tricky.
So this time, we’re introducing a set of classic questions that can help deepen your conversations with friends or even spark them in the first place.
These are all questions that can reveal new sides of the other person, help you share values, and bring you closer.
Give them a try in your next conversation!
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Classic conversation topics that always excite friends (1–10)
What’s your favorite dagashi (cheap Japanese candy/snack)?
When it comes to topics anyone of any age can enjoy, talking about the snacks we were obsessed with as kids—especially our favorite dagashi (cheap candies and snacks)—is sure to get everyone excited! Not only which dagashi you liked, but also stories like how you’d get another one if you got a “winner” stick, or how there was always that one snack you could never leave out of your field trip treats! Depending on the region or generation, there might even be dagashi some people don’t know.
You could also talk about how much those small bagged snacks that are still sold at convenience stores cost back then, or share stories about the lady who ran the neighborhood dagashi shop—there’s plenty to keep the conversation going.
What do you want right now?
The things people want differ—some may be practical items for everyday life, others might be hobby tools.
Given that, how about asking people to talk about the one thing they want most right now, explaining why they want it and what makes it appealing? Ask them to share what sparked their interest, whether it’s something they’d recommend to others, and to express their desire from various angles.
By having each person speak passionately, you might just inspire those around them to want it too.
What games did you play when you were a child?
This session is about talking about the games and play activities we enjoyed as children and exploring the trends that emerge from them.
Through games, we can reminisce about those days, and if others share similar memories, the sense of connection will make the atmosphere livelier.
If there are many participants, it could also be interesting to look for trends based on the types of games people played.
You might discover things like, “People who played this kind of game tend to have this kind of personality,” or “They share these common traits.”
Classic conversation topics that get friends excited (11–20)
What should we order at the yakiniku place?
Let’s talk about the cuts you always order when you go out for yakiniku, as well as your favorite cuts.
Don’t just announce your favorite—explain why you like it, too, and aim to win over more supporters.
If you choose a classic cut that everyone knows, you can discuss its appeal from a deeper angle, which might make it easier to bring people from other “factions” on board.
If rarer cuts come up, it’ll likely deepen everyone’s understanding of yakiniku and make the conversation more fun.
If you expand the topic to something like “the best yakiniku you’ve ever had,” you might even discover new possibilities for enjoying yakiniku.
What do you care about when it comes to cup ramen?
Cup ramen is easy to make—just add hot water—and one of its charms is the wide variety, from classic flavors to inventive ones.
How about asking people about their personal preferences for this familiar food? You might discover not only their favorite types but also surprising ways they like to customize it.
Since the cup ramen available can vary by region, it’s also a great chance to notice differences in places people have lived and in their cultures through the conversation.
Who is your favorite manga or anime character?
Learning what each other likes is essential for deepening your relationship going forward.
Among those topics, the easiest to ask about casually—and the most exciting—are favorite manga and anime.
If you find out you like the same series or the same character, the conversation is sure to heat up.
And if you don’t know the work the other person likes, you can ask, “Could I borrow the manga?”—which also gives you a perfect excuse to hang out again!
Who’s your top fave?
Let’s talk about the things we’re especially passionate about in life—our “oshi” (favorites).
While the term is often used for idol groups, it might be nice to think more broadly and consider other genres as well.
By sharing the deeper aspects of each person’s hobbies, your relationships may grow closer.
Explaining in detail what first made someone your favorite can deepen your love for them and could even become a chance to spread the word to others.