A one-liner gag that gets everyone hyped at a group dating party
At drinking get-togethers like group dates, it’s common to be with people you’re meeting for the first time, so you want to lighten the mood or liven things up a bit, right?
Some of you are probably looking for one-liner gags you can use in those moments!
In this article, we’ll introduce a bunch of handy one-liner jokes, focusing on signature bits from popular comedians.
We’ve selected a wide range—from things you can slip in naturally at a drinking party to trending material.
These won’t just make people around you laugh; some can also spark conversation.
Add them to your repertoire and try them out at your next group date.
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One-liner gags that liven up a group dating party (1–10)
I’ve just received 〇〇!Milk Boy
This is a phrase Milkboy uses as an opener before getting into their manzai routine.
It leads into the line, “You can never have too much of this,” and the bit plays like they’re receiving small items from the audience—things you’d never be inconvenienced by having more of.
Choosing the right items is key: name things people tend to toss without thinking, and use that shared recognition to get laughs.
After miming receiving the items, they transition into the routine by pretending to put them in their pocket—but it’s also funny to pretend they’ve been given something obviously too big to fit in a pocket.
Endless self-introductionDonguri Takeshi
One comedian who’s gained popularity with one-shot gags is Donguri Takeshi, who performs as a solo act.
Among his material, his self-introduction gags are perfect even for a group date setting.
In addition to his catchphrase-like shout of “Sakeru cheeese!!”, he often does a self-intro bit that links his own name to a phrase ending with the syllable “don.” For example: “On your marks, get set, go! Donguri Takeshi!!” Why not try combining a line that ends with the first sound of your own name with your self-introduction to add a dash of humor?
Alright, I’ll let you off the hook for today.Ikeda no Medaka
Speaking of Ikeda no Medaka, a veteran comedian active in Yoshimoto Shinkigeki, he’s known as the “tiny old man” and has a whole arsenal of gags.
If I had to pick one that would go over well at a group dating party, I’d say… it’s a tough call, but probably: “All right, I’ll let you off this easy today.” If you tailor it to the situation and add his signature tearful delivery, it can be really effective.
One-shot gags that hype up a group dating party (11–20)
How to defeat 〇〇So Takei
These days, Sosuke Takei holds something like a commentator’s position and is active across a wide range of scenes, but when he first started appearing on TV, his signature bit “How to Defeat ___” under the title “King of Beasts” was really popular, wasn’t it? The blank was usually filled with an animal’s name, and he would explain the animal’s physique and habits, identify its weak points, and show how to take it down—made all the more entertaining by his unique way of speaking.
Sometimes the blank would be a person’s name, and he’d similarly list their characteristics and target their weaknesses.
At a group mixer, you could improvise it as “How to Defeat the People Here,” or you could prepare “How to Defeat a Famous Person Everyone Knows” in advance.
vocal imitation
From station-wide announcements and the bullet train’s departure chime to the clacking of the tracks and in-car announcements—sound mimicry that recreates everything using only your voice.
By realistically reproducing everyday sounds we often hear—not just those of Shinkansen and trains—you’re sure to grab attention at any venue! Plenty of videos by creators and comedians have been uploaded, so be sure to study them to learn how to achieve a high level of polish.
It’s also a great idea to add acting and present it in a sketch-comedy style.
wotagei
Wotagei is a performance known for being done by fans at idol concerts.
Recently, videos of wotagei set to popular songs have been released, and it’s even become a staple party trick.
So if your company is holding a party or a social gathering, why not put on a wotagei performance? Even first-timers can make it look impressive with a bit of practice—perfect for a quick show.
If older attendees who may not be familiar with wotagei will be there, try choosing a song that was a revival hit or otherwise well-known to their generation.
one-shot gagYes! Akito
Yes! Akito began his career as a comedian in 2012.
He works as a solo performer, and his skill is beyond question—he even made it to the finals of the 2022 R-1 Grand Prix.
His signature style is high-energy, firing off one-liner gags one after another.
Since his material is all about quick, snappy delivery, borrowing from his repertoire is a great choice when you want to get a quick laugh and liven up the mood in no time!