A sure-hit party trick to fire up the company crowd for new hires [2026]
Isn’t it common for new employees to be asked to do a quick party trick at company drinking parties and the like? Your heart probably races every time you attend, wondering when it’ll be your turn.
Even if you want to prepare something in advance, you might worry, “What if it doesn’t land?” In this article, we’ll introduce some classic one-shot party tricks.
We’ve picked a wide range—from timely comedy bits to sure-fire, crowd-pleasing standards.
If you’re unsure what to do, please use this as a reference!
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One-Hit Gags to Liven Up the Office, Recommended for New Employees [2026] (61–70)
air guitar
As an easy party trick that requires no preparation, I recommend air guitar.
As the name suggests, air guitar is a one-shot gag where you “play the guitar without actually holding one,” but skilled performers move as if they’re really playing.
It’s not funny if you’re shy about it, so be sure to perform confidently!
tablecloth trick
The tablecloth pull is a classic party trick.
You can do it with glasses and plates on a regular table, but if you want to make it more of a gag, why not try it on someone’s stomach or head? Tell them, “Don’t move no matter what,” drape a cloth over them, set a glass of beer on top, and then—pull the tablecloth.
If you fail, the person standing in for the table will get wet, but if you succeed, you’ll get a huge round of applause.
And even if you fail, everyone will burst into laughter with a “I knew it!” vibe.
It’s perfect for people who get nervous about having to succeed and would rather get laughs even if they mess up!
Pizza man
Are you familiar with Tsuntsuku-Tsun Expo, a young comedy duo from the agency Grape Company, which also represents Sandwichman? If you’re a comedy fan, you probably already know their “Pizza Man” bit.
If the two of you are going to do a quick gag together, how about perfectly copying their “Pizza Man” routine? It’s packed with elements that will help you out—there’s the pathos of the salaryman and a fun tune introducing pizza.
First, watch it over and over to memorize the bit.
It’s a slightly nonsensical gag world, so the trick is to perform it confidently without feeling embarrassed!
Things you can do with a 10-yen coin
We’ll introduce various things you can do with a 10-yen coin! Beyond using it as money, there are many other ways to put a 10-yen coin to use.
For example: opening a snack bag, cleanly removing a bottle cap, or even using it as a makeshift heat sink for a computer! They’re low-key party tricks that require a bit of setup, but if you write down what you’re doing in a notebook and show it as you go, you can present them like an assembly line.
It’s recommended for those who aren’t confident at speaking! Playing some music while you perform is a nice touch, too.
Hanako Okabe’s food review
Hanako is a comedy trio that has achieved strong results in numerous prize competitions, including winning King of Conte in 2018.
A highly recommended bit for a one-shot gag they do is food reporting.
Just doing a straightforward food report isn’t funny, but if you study a wide variety of food reports—especially Okabe from Hanako’s reports—and first learn to deliver an absolutely perfect food report, it works great.
Also, prepare a person to play the role of explaining that food report.
By having that person commentate on the food report performed by the one playing Okabe, you can get another good laugh!
Hanzawa Naoki’s facial expressions
Following the massive success of season 1, the drama Hanzawa Naoki became a huge hit in season 2 as well.
A host of acclaimed actors appeared, and their striking, idiosyncratic performances became a hot topic.
Alongside those performances, what captivated many viewers were the facial expressions! Of course, the actors were earnestly committed to their roles, but the intensity that arose made it impossible not to notice how they used their faces.
From right after the broadcast, many comedians began doing impressions, and it’s no exaggeration to call it a go-to one-shot gag now.
If you’re going to try it yourself, rewatch Hanzawa Naoki and study the comedians who imitate it—then go all in, even to the point of overdoing it!
Chanting the Heart Sutra
When it comes to party tricks, flashy gags that get laughs in an instant or bits that incorporate current trends are popular, but isn’t it also fine to go for serious performances that elicit a gradual, growing laugh? For example, with the Heart Sutra, delivering a full recitation with an intense, almost terrifyingly convincing expression could really hype up the crowd.
Of course, it’s recommended not only as a party piece to get laughs, but also as a sincere side performance.