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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!

No fear of sudden requests!! A roundup of recommended impersonation repertoire for men (21–30)

Noriyuki Makihara

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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!

Ryuichi Kawamura

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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

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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.

B’z

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B'z

B’z, the artists behind countless hit songs, are legendary.

Vocalist Koshi Inaba’s voice is uniquely high-pitched, making it pretty tough to imitate, but when you pull it off, the energy is absolutely unbeatable! Definitely give it a try.

Gintoki Sakata

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Gintoki Sakata

Gintama, a manga that was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump, was adapted into a TV anime, and from there the TV anime, the theatrical films, and even the live-action movies ignited its popularity all at once.

How about doing an impression of its protagonist, Sakata Gintoki? This type of impression suits people with naturally good voices.

If people often tell you, “You have a great voice,” definitely give it a try! It’s even better if your voice gets lower when you put on a cool air.

There are tons of famous lines, but I think the coolest one is: “The things you wanna protect—you can protect ’em even without thinking about wanting to protect ’em.”

T.M.Revolution

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T.M.Revolution

T.M.Revolution is the solo project name of singer Takanori Nishikawa, and since his debut in 1996 he has consistently drawn attention not only for his songs but also for his music videos and costumes.

His signature track HOT LIMIT looks like it would be tough to recreate the costume for, but if you really commit to the impression, you’ll surely be remembered among your friends as a brave hero.

Norio Wakamoto

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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!