No need to fear impossible requests!! A roundup of impersonation repertoire recommended for men
Of course, there are drinking parties like year-end and New Year parties, but even in everyday conversation, people sometimes ask you to do impressions!
I think most people get flustered when someone suddenly says, “Hey, do an impression!”
So in this article, I’ll introduce some impressions that men should add to their repertoire.
Some of them even have tips on YouTube, so take your time practicing.
If you can do a few impressions, you’ll be able to handle sudden requests at drinking parties, and they’ll also come in handy as a party trick to show off during entertainment segments!
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No fear of sudden requests!! A roundup of recommended impersonation repertoire for men (21–30)
Shinji Tanimura
If you’re in a place with many older folks, impressions that are classics for that crowd are a sure bet.
Invite some like-minded friends and do an Alice impression—you’ll probably get a great reaction.
When it comes to Tanimura impressions, the go-tos are Korokke and Akira Shimizu.
The “tape gag,” elevated to an art form, is a must! If you want big laughs, go for the exaggerated upturned-nose face.
If you can play the guitar, singing the songs straight can make the contrast unexpectedly cool.
And if everyone sings “Sarai” together at the end, it might turn into a moving finale!
Shinichi Mori
Shinichi Mori, with his distinctive husky voice, is often impersonated using famous songs and the like.
Although he’s an excellent singer, he’s also widely known as someone people imitate.
Apparently, even his ex-wife, Masako Mori, has imitated him.
If you’re a beginner who isn’t quite confident about how similar your impression sounds, start with a pattern that everyone will recognize, like “introducing the name.” Filming or recording your own impressions will help you improve quickly.
Hiroshi Abe
Speaking of Hiroshi Abe’s signature works, the drama “Dragon Zakura” comes to mind! How about fully becoming lawyer Kenji Sakuragi and performing the drama’s famous lines as an impression? However, the lines from a high school–set drama can be a bit stiff.
If you want to liven up the party, don’t just copy them as-is—adapt the situations into everyday scenarios that feel familiar to the year-end/new-year party crowd, and make them funny and playful! Try some makeup to give your features a deeper, more chiseled look to resemble Hiroshi Abe even more, and give it a go.
Noriyuki Makihara
Noriyuki Makihara, one of Japan’s leading artists who created songs like “Sekai ni Hitotsu Dake no Hana” and “Tooku Tooku.” Many people do impressions of him, too.
He has a distinctive voice, and since Makihara sings nothing but masterpieces, doing an impression of him is sure to get everyone excited!
Norio Wakamoto
When it comes to impressions that are popular with men, anime characters are essential.
Among them, one of the most recognizable and beloved voices is surely that of Norio Wakamoto.
He’s famous for roles like Cell in Dragon Ball Z and Anago in Sazae-san.
Try doing an impression from your favorite anime!
Ryuichi Kawamura
Ryuichi Kawamura is well known for his distinctive persona and singing style.
On impression shows, Croquette’s exaggerated take with twisting body movements is especially memorable.
On the other hand, many impressionists focus on imitating his voice rather than his appearance.
For copying his look, the key is to raise your eyebrows and open your mouth wide.
For mimicking his singing, aim for a scooping, upward inflection, and use a deep, slow vibrato on long notes.
Lately, the entertainer Tamatamu has been showcasing high-quality impressions on YouTube, so feel free to check them out for reference!
Antonio Inoki
Just by raising your index finger and shouting “How are you doing?!” you can easily imitate Antonio Inoki.
“One, two, three—Daa!” works too.
Since you only have to say a few simple words, it’s handy when you’re short on material.
It’s also recommended to go all-in on the pro wrestling BGM and costume for your impression.