Punishment games that hype up a group date

Speak in standard language.

Differences between Kansai dialect and standard Japanese

For people who usually speak in a dialect, standard Japanese can feel quite unnatural, right? If it’s hard for one person, it could be fun to have two or more people as the penalty players and make them converse only in standard Japanese.

If they make mistakes, you could loop the penalty and keep it going.

Outside the Kansai region, having them speak in Kansai dialect could also liven things up.

Chugging senburi tea

Sugita Legend. Chugging senburi tea in one go 🍵 It tastes like a female voice actress. #shorts #TomokazuSugita #Gintama

Now it’s become a staple for punishment games: senburi tea.

Senburi is known as the most bitter medicinal herb, and when it’s made into a tea, that’s senburi tea.

The name “senburi” is said to come from the idea that it’s still bitter even after being shaken a thousand times.

wear cat ears

Please die of cuteness as Inori Minase reluctantly puts on cat ears ❤ [Video]

The cat-ear punishment game is a classic bit that mixes cuteness with embarrassment.

Regardless of whether it suits someone, having anyone wear them—no matter their gender—creates a funny gap that gets laughs.

If you add a rule to meow like a cat, it’s sure to get even more exciting as the embarrassment kicks in.

It also makes for a fun punishment game that leaves memories when you use it for photo time or social media posts.

Having costume items instantly changes the vibe, so it’s easy to incorporate into plans or events, and you can expect it to work well as a mood booster.

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Gently bumping foreheads and gazing into each other’s eyes

The situation where you gently bump foreheads and gaze into each other is a romantic scene you often see in dramas.

This activity recreates that rare situation so the person can really feel the embarrassment that comes from being so close.

Just bumping foreheads alone doesn’t clearly convey the closeness, so make sure to lock eyes and let them feel just how near you are—closer than they imagined.

If your embarrassment builds too much beforehand, you might get carried away and turn it into a real headbutt, so it’s best to stay as calm as possible until the moment you touch.

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Confessing love with a funny face

Words that convey your feelings to someone tend to be paired with a serious expression, which in turn emphasizes the determination and emotion behind them.

This piece explores what happens when we deliberately remove that “serious expression” from such earnest expressions of feeling and see what kind of atmosphere emerges.

It’s important to really distort your facial expression—enough to call it a funny face—and deliberately highlight the gap between your expression and your words.

The key point to watch is whether your feelings will still get through to the other person when you speak earnestly while making a goofy face.

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Think of your own catchphrase and introduce yourself.

[AKB48] I’m going to introduce some funny member catchphrases without permission!!

How about coming up with your own catchphrase and introducing yourself with it? That way it works as an embarrassing-style penalty game, and it could also be a chance to get to know each other better.

Who knows—this might even help you make more friends! If you try it, think up a catchphrase inspired by your distinctive traits, the things you like, or your hobbies.

For a laugh, it’s also fun to deliberately give yourself an over-the-top, grandiose tagline.

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Say your ideal date plan

[Admiration] I asked my younger girlfriend about her “ideal date plan” lol

Talking about your ideal date plan is a theme that brings out the true feelings and spark of romance.

Depending on what you share, people can catch a glimpse of your views on love and your preferences, which naturally draws interest.

The more specific the plan—like spending a whole day at a theme park or having a heart-to-heart in a quiet café—the easier it is to get excited, and it can spark playful jabs and laughter.

If your story is engaging enough to captivate those around you, you might even get unexpected empathy or surprising reactions.

It’s a perfect topic for expanding the conversation and enjoying romantic talk.

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To speak of what love is

What is love? [Psychiatrist Shion Kabasawa]

It can be pretty embarrassing when you’re sober, but it’s a penalty game where you suddenly have to talk seriously.

To keep it from dragging on and making things awkward, it’s best to set a time limit of about three minutes.

You can also learn about the person’s inner self and views on love, so if it goes well, it might even boost their impression of you.

impromptu/impossible-on-demand impersonation

The 1st Crazy YouTuber Impersonation Contest!!

An easy penalty game you can do right away is an on-the-spot impression.

Make the loser of the game do an impression of a popular target—like an anime character or a celebrity—whether they want to or not.

If it’s spot-on, the crowd will go wild, and the funny thing is, even if it’s nothing like the original, it still gets everyone hyped.

Tell the story of your first love.

[Unreleased Footage] Motoki and Zakao's First Love Story

At group dating events, many people are curious about what kind of romances the others have experienced.

In such situations, making it a penalty game to share a first-love story can get them to reveal the kinds of relationships they’ve had.

Let’s have them candidly talk about their views on love—things you can’t tell just from appearances.