Hidden talents that will wow the office [2026]
What do you do when you’re expected to perform something at a company party or event?
Many people probably worry because they don’t know what to do, right?
In this article, we’ll introduce perfect party tricks to liven up the venue.
We’ve gathered a wide range of ideas, from classics to something a bit out of the ordinary.
It’s great to try something you’ve never done before, or choose something you did as a child or are especially good at.
Use this article as a reference and help create a fun atmosphere!
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Party-Pleasing Hidden Talents at Work [2026] (21–30)
cheering squad
What’s being featured is a signature of the Tokyo University of Agriculture cheer squad: the Daikon Dance.
Dressed in their squad uniforms, they begin their cheer in a crisp, electrified atmosphere, but the sight of them performing while holding a daikon radish in each hand feels familiar and even brings a chuckle.
If you have a gathering or party with alumni from the university, why not showcase this beloved cheer from your alma mater? Performing it in its formal version will evoke nostalgia, and incorporating playful elements—like the daikon—can turn it into a lively crowd-pleaser.
manzai (a traditional Japanese stand-up comedy duo performance)
Manzai is a classic staple of comedy-style party entertainment! It does take time to come up with material and practice together, but it’s a crowd-pleaser across all generations.
Set a theme that fits the occasion—New Year’s parties, year-end parties, farewell and welcome parties, or after-parties—and sweep everyone up in laughter.
Since manzai relies on quick back-and-forth dialogue, perform with clear volume and pace that are easy to follow, while making sure the tempo doesn’t drag.
Kendama
Many people have played kendama when they were little, right? Though kendama is a traditional Japanese game, it’s surprisingly deep and makes a perfect party trick.
If you try challenging moves or combos, it’s sure to get everyone excited!
belly dance
A person with a face drawn on their belly dancing… When I was a kid I wondered, “What on earth is this?” but as an adult, belly dancing like that ends up feeling pretty funny.
You can blast a snappy pop tune and dance, or go for something more laid-back like performing Yasugibushi.
It helps to plant a hype crew in advance.
Getting into body painting and drawing an incredibly realistic human face would probably be a hit, too.
Drawing a caricature of a senior colleague or the company president is a surefire winner!
tablecloth trick
The quintessential party trick: pulling a tablecloth.
You lay a tablecloth on a table, place dishes and glasses filled with drinks on top, and then yank out only the cloth without knocking anything over.
If you pull it off, you’ll get a round of applause!
pantomime
Pantomime is a performance in which you act as if there’s a wall where nothing exists or make a light bag look heavy.
Many people have probably tried the wall pantomime.
It takes some time to learn properly, but if it goes well, it can be quite a hit.
tongue twister
One of the hidden talents that announcers and voice actors often showcase on TV shows is tongue twisters.
They’re recommended for people confident in their articulation.
Even if you can’t do it like a pro, with practice and the right choice of words, you can probably make things quite exciting.