Entertaining Performances and Acts Recommended for Men That Will Liven Up the Party

tambourine performance

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In the Nishitan Clinic commercial, the tambourine act performed by the comedy trio 3ji no Heroine is even funnier because they do it with such serious expressions—you can’t help but laugh.

The original tambourine act actually comes from the comedian Gonzo.

He even appeared on Asia’s Got Talent in 2015 and brought the house down.

If you want to perform it as a party piece, it does take some practice, so it’s recommended for men who enjoy practicing.

If you have a similar build to Gonzo, you could even copy his routine wholesale.

Kendama

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When you think of Hiroshi Mikami, you think of kendama.

He’s also made headlines for attempting Guinness World Records on the annual Kohaku Uta Gassen, and according to Mikami, “the kendama gets people more excited than the songs.” It wouldn’t be a bad idea to use kendama as entertainment.

You could practice hard and show off a difficult trick, or you could stage a show like the Guinness challenge on Kohaku and see “how many people can succeed in a row,” which would really get the crowd going.

It might be a fun surprise to prepare an extra-large kendama especially for a big guy.

It’s a friendly, approachable toy, so be sure to make it an activity that involves everyone around you!

Juggling

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A friend from the tennis club was deftly juggling tennis balls like doing otedama, and he actually got better at juggling than at tennis, so he performed it as a sideshow at the school sports festival.

Juggling is something you always see in street performers’ acts.

It looks simple, but it really takes endless repetition of basic drills until you’re sick of them to achieve that level of skill—at least that’s what I can’t help thinking.

I don’t think you can master it in a day or two, but how about practicing juggling and performing it someday? Life is long.

It wouldn’t hurt to have at least one thing you acquire through training.

Persistent men, give it a try!

Joiman

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The popular comedy duo JOYMAN—if you watch TV, you probably know them.

Their signature bit features Shinya Takagi, the funny man, doing a rap, while Kazushi Ikeya, the straight man, gives his reactions.

You can recreate that routine as-is, or come up with new rhymes on the spot to suit the situation.

Since the structure is one rhyme per word, it’s easy to improvise.

And don’t forget to master the side-step.

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balloon art

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When you think of the most common thing you see at event spaces in department stores or malls on holidays…

yes, balloon art.

There are always lots of little kids gathered around the balloon art performers, and they whip up dogs and airplanes in just a few minutes and hand them out one after another.

I think it really works as entertainment, too.

These days there are people who teach on video sites, so it’s definitely something you can learn.

A style where two men, like a manzai duo, banter while working together to make a single piece would probably go over well, too.

breakdancing

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What do you think of when you hear JO1, BE:FIRST, INI, Da-iCE, and DISH//? The answer is: they’re all male dance-vocal groups.

Right now, these dance-vocal groups are hugely popular in Japan, rivaling those in Korea.

Inspired by their success, many kids are actually taking dance lessons.

So, beginners are more than welcome! Let’s all put on a breakdance performance together! With guidance from experienced dancers, I’m sure we can come up with a routine that really hypes up the crowd.

Have the advanced parts handled by experienced members, the simpler sections by beginners, and finish with everyone together—that classic pattern is sure to get the audience excited!

Magic

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Magic is a popular act for livening up parties.

Table magic using playing cards or coins is easy to prepare and practice, so it’s something you can try casually.

Performing close to the audience lets you see their astonished expressions up close, which is part of the charm.

If you include a surprise element, the whole venue is sure to light up with smiles! Just be sure to prepare thoroughly in advance so you don’t slip up during the actual performance.

Captivate everyone with a memorable show that blends astonishment and laughter.

two-person robe (Nininbaori): a comedic act where two people share one kimono-like garment, with the rear person acting as the arms for the front person

If you don’t laugh, I’ll prostrate myself in apology [MY finished with a two-person haori skit].

A form of entertainment enjoyed since the early days of television, and still seen on TV even in the Reiwa era, the uniquely Japanese two-person act known as “Ninin-Bayashi” (literally, “two-person haori”).

Even if the act feels overdone and familiar, it’s still hilarious when performed by a big, burly guy! Whether it’s hard-to-eat soba noodles, ketchup-laden omurice, or piping-hot oden, every bite becomes a highlight.

Machami—Masami Hisamoto’s—solo version, the “one-person Ninin-Bayashi,” is also a riot, so if you’re confident, definitely give it a try!

Catching a live blade with bare hands

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The common manga trope of catching a live blade even while blindfolded seems impossible for an ordinary person, but what’s the truth? There’s a similar technique in Yagyū Shinkage-ryū, and it appears that the stage-show version evolved from that.

You often see this “catching a live blade” bit in comedy sketches too—if you pull it off, the crowd goes wild, and if you fail, it still gets laughs, so it’s perfect for anyone looking to hype up the mood.

Since it’s heavy on performance elements, it’s especially recommended for guys with a background in theater!

Group gymnastics

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Are you familiar with Big Smalln, a comedy trio affiliated with the Manzai Association? Their act is one of a kind: a short man, a tall man, and an average-sized person perform a show that progresses like group gymnastics.

So, how about men who are confident in their physical strength trying some acrobatic formations? Perform nostalgic basics like assisted handstands, the cactus, and the Babel tower—just like you showed at elementary school sports days! With three people, you can even perform the Kabuto and the Mammoth.

Please be careful to avoid injuries.