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"What if..." questions are fascinating! Unique prompts that spark lively conversations

Keyboard playerSAKI
I’ve been playing the Electone since I was six, mainly performing Disney music, anime songs, and music from dramas and films. I post performance videos on YouTube and social media, and I also give concerts. Building on my Electone experience, I took up synthesizer and piano during my student years and performed at school-sponsored events. As a writer, I’ve covered not only music-related topics but a wide range of genres, so I hope to draw on my experience to deliver articles that make readers think, “I want to try that!” or “I want to listen to that!”
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

Haven’t we all wondered at least once, “What if…?” Just one imaginative question—like what if you won the lottery, could go back to the past, or could dive into the world of your favorite story—can make a conversation instantly livelier! In fact, these what-if questions aren’t just fun; they can also reveal someone’s values and unexpected sides of their personality.

In this article, we’ve gathered a wide range of “what-if questions” you can use at hangouts with friends, when chatting with someone you’re interested in, or just to kill a bit of time.

Be sure to check out these uniquely tempting prompts that you’ll find yourself eager to answer!

"What if..." questions are fascinating! Unique prompts that liven up conversations (21–30)

If you were to travel abroad, where would you go?

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If you were to travel abroad, where would you go?

According to data from the Japan Tourism Agency, about 510,000 Japanese people traveled abroad in 2021.

Of course, not all of them were tourists, but as you can see, many people go on overseas trips every year.

So, is there a country you’d like to visit? “This would be the perfect place for a first trip abroad”—that’s quite a romantic conversation topic, isn’t it? The United States, France, India, China, and so on… the atmosphere of the cities, the scenery, the history, and the food vary completely by region.

You’ll definitely have a lively conversation with lines like, “I’d choose here,” and “I’m more into this place!”

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What should you do if you happen to encounter a ghost?

Do ghosts exist? (More below)

What should you do if you happen to encounter a ghost?

If you were to run into a ghost… just imagining it might give some people the chills.

Assuming you don’t have the power to lay a ghost to rest, what would you do? Run away, look for a psychic, or just wait for it to pass? Some of you might not even be able to accept the premise of “what if you met a ghost,” because you don’t believe they exist.

Finding that out about people can be fun, too! I wonder if there are people who actually want to meet one, on the other hand?

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“What if …?” questions are fascinating! Unique prompts (31–40) that will liven up any conversation

What would you like to do if you could become a cat?

I want to become a cat.

What would you like to do if you could become a cat?

Why are cats so irresistibly cute, right? They can be a bit aloof or dig their claws into you, and then suddenly they’ll rub up against you, hop onto your lap, and meow… Just imagining it makes many cat lovers’ hearts skip a beat.

So here’s the question: if you yourself turned into a cat, what would you do? Roam around as you please, nap whenever you like… it’s the kind of lifestyle that’s easy to envy, isn’t it? Cats are just an example, of course—dogs, birds, or any other creature are perfectly fine too!

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In conclusion

The question “What if ___?” is appealing not so much for the answer itself as for the process of expanding our imagination. A fun prompt can draw out unexpected honesty and lighten the mood. Try tossing these out casually as a bit of spice for a get-together with friends or a quick small talk!