One-shot gags for men that are sure to be a hit at parties and performances
Opportunities to perform a quick gag as entertainment at drinking parties or wedding receptions—if you’re a man, you might have more of these than you’d expect, right?
If you always keep a few routines up your sleeve, you’re probably fine.
But if you’re thinking, “I’ve never done a one-shot gag before…,” you’re likely in a bind!
So in this article, we’ll introduce plenty of one-shot gags recommended for men.
We’ve picked things that will really hype up a male-only crowd and bits that are especially funny when performed by men.
Keep the vibe of the room in mind and give them a try!
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What about Kisama?Daigo of Chidori
Daigo from the comedy duo Chidori—who you often see on variety shows and in TV commercials—suddenly blurts out the line “Kisāma wa?” in a SmartNews ad.
He’d been talking normally up to that point, so plenty of people probably burst out laughing at such an out-of-left-field remark.
If you try slipping this line into a casual conversation at a party—just like in the commercial—it’s sure to get a laugh! When the moment’s right, go ahead and give it a bold try!
OK, Shaka Jizo! Ziyaa!emperor
Koutei, a comedy duo that won the 2020 ABC Comedy Grand Prix, has been getting a lot of attention.
Among their material, they each have a catchphrase-like gag they often shout: Shimoda’s “OK Shaka Jizo!!” and Kujo’s “Zii-ya!!” Plan it in advance with a friend you’re close to so that when you say “OK Shaka Jizo!!,” they immediately fire back with “Zii-ya!!” It doesn’t make any sense at all, but the sound and rhythm are catchy and addictive! Try copying their funny faces and hand gestures when you say it, too!
baseball gag
If there are a lot of sports fans, how about trying some baseball jokes? This article introduces a total of 10 bits, including gags that use players’ names.
Many of the jokes feature famous players, and there are also bits that even people who don’t know much about baseball can understand.
Some routines use well-known anime songs, so they should appeal to a wide audience.
Each bit is short, which makes them easy to remember—another nice plus.
If you only rely on one routine and it doesn’t land, you’ll be in trouble, so memorize plenty of short gags!
toast speech
Let’s get everyone involved, lead a toast chant, and liven up the party! The hallmark of this style is that everyone repeats the leader’s words.
The content can be tailored to the occasion, but having people repeat the phrases helps unify everyone’s hearts and gets them in the mood to enjoy the event! The trick is to include lines that are just a little embarrassing to say out loud—that’s what makes it fun.
A toast chant is usually done at the beginning, but it can also be used mid-party as a quick performance to re-energize the room—highly recommended!
“National Treasure” impression (impersonation)
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♪ Original song – kokuhoumovie – Official account of the film “National Treasure”
It’s a one-shot gag that riffs on the film “National Treasure,” which portrays the life of a kabuki actor walking a solitary path.
The action is simply folding laundry, but with a glossy, smoldering gaze, deliberately precise fingertips, and a little bite of the towel when halving it…
Anyone who’s seen the film will be doubled over with laughter.
The bit works if you fold laundry while channeling the film’s depiction of an onnagata (male actor in female roles), so anyone can perform it as long as they commit to the role.
I recommend folding the towel slowly on purpose.
Two outfits and a stomachache
@pmwkga The moment the whole classroom freezes after a one-shot gag lol#StomachacheBroRecommendationOne-shot gag
♬ Original song – Yuuki – I Can Walk on Stilts
It’s a gag where you step forward asking, “What hurts?” and, while showing two pieces of clothing, you say “stomachache.” The joke hinges on the Japanese pun: two is ‘tsū,’ which sounds like ‘fukutsū’ (stomachache).
Since you only need two garments, you can pull it off anytime—just borrow a friend’s jacket if needed.
The content is simple, so you can perform it for anyone.
However, it’s a very short gag, so it’s crucial to deliver it briskly and with confidence.
When you say the punchline—‘stomachache’—show no embarrassment; strike a funny pose and declare it with flair!
At your feet and at your handsMoriseiju
How about trying Moriseiju’s easy party trick, “At Your Feet, Your Chopstick Rest,” which you can do anywhere with just a single disposable chopstick? It made a splash when it appeared on the New Year’s Day show “Welcome to Omoshiro-so!” in 2017.
Even though it’s simple, there are multiple places and patterns for placing the chopstick rest, so you do need to learn the moves well while keeping time with the music.
Don’t you feel like rhythm-based bits rarely flop? And once you hear “At Your Feet, Your Chopstick Rest,” it totally sticks in your head—super addictive, and guaranteed to get everyone hooked.
gorgeous
How about Gorgeous, who became popular for his eccentric costumes and dad jokes delivered with a globe in hand? It’s funny when he points to the globe and says, “Right here!” His unforgettable look and gags are sure to liven up the venue.
I’ve just received 〇〇!Milk Boy
The comedy duo Milkboy, who won the 2019 M-1 Grand Prix, have a bit they use as an opening in their manzai where they say, “We just received [blank]!” The choices they make—ranging from tiny things to huge ones—are so spot-on they make you chuckle.
And when they immediately follow it up with, “You can never have too many of these,” it really makes you want to retort, “No one needs that!!” (lol).
At drinking parties, it’s fun to prep some material beforehand, or just improvise and adapt it on the spot!
flash mob dance
Flash mobs that bring unexpected emotion to proposals and parties are a tempting choice for entertainment.
Yamauchi from the comedy duo Kamaitachi pulled off a huge gag by attempting a flash mob all by himself at his partner Hamaie’s wedding.
We wouldn’t recommend it unless you’re very brave… Since it’s mainly dancing, it may require a longer practice period than other performances.
It’s reassuring if you have a few people with dance experience.
For company events, it might be fun to divide into teams—like a junior team and a veteran team—and perform that way!