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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)

Gian

How to do a Gian voice impression!!!
Gian

There are several anime that could be called national treasures, but among them, Doraemon is probably a super-anime known by every generation, isn’t it? The switch to a completely new voice cast was shocking, but that was already back in 2005.

Among the main characters, Gian really stands out with his strong personality.

How about mastering an impression of Gian? He’s the kind of character who gets laughs anywhere—an absolute crowd-pleaser, right? Once you get the hang of it, be sure to hold a Gian Recital!

Nyan-chu

Taught by the person behind the character: How to do Nyan-chu’s gravelly voice [Kyosei Tsukui]
Nyan-chu

If you’re at a party with parents of small children, an impression of Nyan-chu—the popular puppet character from NHK’s E-TV—is a great pick! According to his voice actor, Kyosei Tsukui, the key to Nyan-chu’s distinctive gravelly voice is to add vibrato without constricting your throat.

It’s a technique you wouldn’t expect from a raspy voice that sounds like it’s being forced out.

Check out his own explanation video for reference, and practice patiently while being careful not to strain your throat!

No fear of sudden requests!! A roundup of recommended impersonation repertoire for men (31–40)

B’z

[B’z Impersonations] Top 3 Best Performers Ranking
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

[Voice Impression] Gintoki Voice Imitation Lesson! How to sound like Gintoki lol
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

Razor Ramon RG “T.M.R. Aruaru”
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.

Ken Shimura

[HD] Ken Shimura impersonation – Ken Shimura during the Drifters/God skit
Ken Shimura

Ken Shimura, a comedian who has led Japan’s comedy scene since his days with The Drifters, has many famous signature bits like “Baka Tono” and “Hitomi Bāsan,” making it easy to capture his essence in impressions.

The scariest thing about doing impressions is not being recognized, but with Ken Shimura, there’s no chance of failure.

Chiharu Matsuyama

Kon Chiharu “Chiharu Matsuyama impression” BS Ozora
Chiharu Matsuyama

Chiharu Matsuyama is beloved as a one-of-a-kind singer for his distinctive personality and vocal prowess.

He’s also known for his deep love of his home, Hokkaido.

How about trying an impression of him using a few of his signature songs? It would definitely get the crowd going, especially among people of the same generation or at gatherings of that era! Not only his singing style but even the way he holds the microphone is distinctive.

Once you get the hang of it, it’s all about practice, no matter which song you choose!