Conquer “Do something funny!!”: One-hit gags that fire up the office
At company drinking parties and the like, many new hires and younger employees have probably heard someone say, “Do something funny!!” A lot of people have likely panicked when suddenly put on the spot like that.
For those who’ve never done a one-shot gag before and those who want to overcome the dreaded “Do something!!” at the next party, this article introduces one-shot gags that will liven up company gatherings! To deliver a crowd-pleasing one-shot gag, your best bet is to imitate and perform the popular, classic gags of well-known comedians.
Use these famous, sure-fire gags to get the room pumped up!
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Overcome “Do something funny!!” One-Shot Gags That Hype Up the Office (21–30)
Nooo!Tom Brown
Tom Brown is a duo made up of Tsukkomi performer Nunokawa and Boke performer Michio, who have even competed in the M-1 Grand Prix.
Their popular bit features Nunokawa holding back the increasingly out-of-control Michio and stopping him with a “Nooo!” If you feel like you got a little too heated at work, trying this might help ease the tension a bit—or it might get you in trouble instead.
Either way, it’s not something you should do on the job… But at a drinking party, when a coworker is getting a bit too wild, a firm “Nooo!” might be just the thing!
Self-introductionPekopa Shoinji Taiyu
Pekopa, who won “Omoshiro-so” in 2019.
How about imitating the self-introduction of Taiyu Shoinji, whose uniquely over-the-top character leaves a strong impression? Shoinji originally played in a band, and his moves like a visual kei vocalist and his suave lines are addictive.
Shake your head and swing your arms while saying “Shu-shu!!,” introduce yourself with slick one-liners, and finish with a whistle and “Kiza~~!! Pyuu,” and you’ll nail it! Whether people know Pekopa’s bits or not, they’re sure to laugh at the gloriously overdone character!
Conquer “Do something funny!!”: One-shot Gags That Hype Up the Office (31–40)
Ear delinquentsViking Kotoge
If you’re looking for a sudden, off-the-wall one-shot gag with no real context, how about trying the “Ear Biker Gang”? You make your ears into motorcycle handlebars and rev them up, imitating the engine sound with your mouth—“vroom vroom.” If that’s all you do, it’s just loud, so finish it off with a punchy line—that’s the flow of the gag.
The success might hinge on what you say at the end.
If you’ve got nothing to do and nothing comes to mind, go for it—don’t be shy, give it your all!
One, two, Saegusa, good job.
It’s a phrase used in a TV commercial that Katsura Sanshi appeared in at the time.
They fit “San-shi” (three-four) to “San-e” (San-shi/‘Saigusa’) and then “go-kurō-san” (good job/thanks for your hard work) to “five,” and with a rhythmic count, Katsura Sanshi promotes Toshiba’s television.
To emphasize how clear the picture is, his movements and facial expressions convey a bright, lively mood.
While incorporating his signature gag—‘Irassha~i’—with its characteristic hand and facial motions, let’s sing it rhythmically.
Wait for three minutes.
Shofukutei Nikaku, the master familiar from NHK’s “Seikatsu Shōhyakka,” appeared in a Bon Curry commercial around the time the period drama “Lone Wolf and Cub” was on the air.
In the actual series, the lead was Kinnosuke Yorozuya, but for some reason it’s Master Nikaku in this commercial.
Unlike the main show, the ad has nothing but a comical vibe, which makes it even funnier.
This is Koyuki.Ganbareruya Yoshiko
Recently, Yoshiko from the comedy duo Ganbareruya has even been appearing in dramas.
Her trademark seems to be impersonations of actresses’ faces that make the most of her long hair! That said, her impressions are total power plays (lol)! She’ll strike a fitting angle and expression and say, “I’m Koyuki,” and you just can’t help but laugh.
It doesn’t matter at all if it doesn’t look alike—in fact, the more beautiful the actress, the better the reactions you can expect from those around you! It’s a good idea to ask your coworkers in advance to make sure you get proper punchy comebacks.
Right!/I suppose so!/Probably!/Isn’t it!/It will, right!
The manzai duo Q, from the Titan talent agency, has a hilarious routine called “It Must Be ○○!” Here’s how it goes: the funny man, Nibiro, claims two completely unrelated things have something in common and names them—like “the Grim Reaper and pizza.” Then the straight man, Makoto Shimizu, replies with a subtle shared trait: “They both use a scythe spatula!!” It’s both funny and impressively well-crafted.
Another key to the laughs is Shimizu’s dead-serious expression when he delivers “It Must Be ○○!” Also, keep an eye on his sharply pointed finger!