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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!

One-shot gags that will get laughs: recommended skits/acts for men (21–30)

Two outfits and a stomachache

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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!

Sheh!Iyami (Osomatsu-kun)

Mana Ashida strikes a full-powered “Sheh!” pose! — Y!mobile TV commercial
Sheh! Iyami (Osomatsu-kun)

The “Sheh!” pose, made famous by TV commercials, is a gag many people know, and it really gets the crowd going.

Just making a surprise entrance, shouting “Sheh!” and striking the pose can liven up the atmosphere, but you can amp it up even more by adding variations—raising both hands, lifting one leg, changing your facial expression, and so on.

The key to showing off your Sheh is timing, volume, and confidence.

It’s also a great idea to prepare props like glasses or a hat to further energize the venue.

What about Kisama?Daigo of Chidori

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What about Kisama? Chidori Daigo

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!

self-introduction gagShooting Star Chuuei

If you introduce yourself and crack a quick gag at the same time, people will definitely remember your name right away.

For a model of a self-introduction gag, how about Chuei from the comedy duo Nagareboshi? Use his gags as inspiration and try creating your own original one.

OK, Shaka Jizo! Ziyaa!emperor

[Koutei] 👌🏻 OK Shaka Jizo 🤞🏻 Ziya★
OK, Shaka Jizo! Ziyaa! Koutei

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!

At your feet and at your handsMoriseiju

“Ashimoto ni Otemoto” [MV] / Moriseiju
At your feet and at your hands Moriseiju

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.

flash mob dance

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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!