[For Men] Ideas for Entertainment and Performances to Liven Up a Birthday Party

rhythm-based comedy bit

Omoshiro-sou 2023 winning act: Champions “Don’t just tap me like that.”

How about adding a rhythm-based bit to a birthday party everyone can enjoy? If you perform an original rap to Joyman’s track, you can express love and gratitude to someone special.

Just moving your body to the music will naturally bring out smiles.

It doesn’t take much prep and you can start right away, so it’s easy to try even on busy days.

It also works great as a surprise, instantly boosting the atmosphere of the venue.

Even if you’re shy about performing, you’ll likely have fun once you get into the rhythm.

I tried making Russian cream puffs!

I tried making Russian cream puffs!

A game where you prepare a batch of cream puffs with just one filled with something extremely spicy like mustard, everyone eats at the same time, and you try to guess who got the spicy one.

You can buy sets in party goods sections, but you can also make your own by swapping the fillings in regular cream puffs.

It’s also a game that men in particular can enjoy for the reactions—not only to spiciness, but to unexpected fillings as well.

two-person robe (Nininbaori): a comedic act where two people share one kimono-like garment, with the rear person acting as the arms for the front person

SixTONES [Hot Pot Party]: A chaotic turn with two-person haori (one-person puppet)!!

It’s an entertainment act called “Nininbaori,” but you don’t actually need a haori coat.

A slightly oversized jacket will do just fine.

The method is simple: two people form a pair and stand one behind the other.

The person in front sticks only their face out of the coat, while the person in back puts their hands through the sleeves, extending their left and right hands.

Then the “hands” in back feed the “face” in front or put on their makeup.

Many people have probably seen comedians on TV using piping-hot oden as a gag to get laughs.

If you have the birthday “star” play the “face” role, it’s guaranteed to be a hit.

Board breaking

Karate Board Breaking 2013

It may seem difficult without training, but with some preparation you can break it even without any martial arts experience.

Of course, you can go all out if you like, but be very careful to avoid injury.

If you manage to break it well, you could become a hero.

plate spinning

Plate Spinning Course – Basics – (1) How to Spin a Plate

It’s a simple act you can do with just a plate and a stick, but it also requires technique, so it’s sure to be a hit.

If you get creative with lines like “Congratulations!” or “We’re spinning more than usual today,” it will really enhance the celebratory mood.

Blind tasting

Sushi Taste Test: Kamaitachi’s Yamauchi’s palate put to the test! Can he guess the sushi toppings while blindfolded?

Blindfolded food-guessing games are surprisingly exciting, aren’t they? When your sight and sense of smell are blocked, even foods you usually eat without thinking can feel challenging.

You can have fun by preparing a variety of ingredients—the crunchy texture of “oh-French” baguette and the creamy feel of cheese, for example.

And when someone guesses wrong in a clumsy, adorable way, you can’t help but smile.

It’s hard not to recommend it, since the birthday star and everyone gathered can share an unforgettable time.

A blindfolded tasting that deepens friendships while being fun—definitely give it a try!

PPAP

PPAP (Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen Official) Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen / PIKOTARO (Pikotaro)

In August 2016, the performance by Pikotaro—portrayed by comedian Kosaka Daimaou—was released on YouTube and drew worldwide attention.

It later became a staple for party entertainment and grew so well-known that it needed no further explanation.