Ranking of popular skits and performances for entertainment segments

manzai (a traditional Japanese stand-up comedy duo performance)61rank/position

[Milk Boy] [Wedding Reception Entertainment] [Wedding Performance] A real stand-up comedy act by a dedicated real estate salesperson!

Manzai is a type of entertainment that can instantly change the atmosphere of a venue.

As soon as the two performers take their positions and a snappy conversation begins, everyone’s eyes are drawn in, wondering what’s about to start.

As the back-and-forth between the boke and tsukkomi continues, the laughter builds, creating an atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable laughing.

Adding a touch of inside jokes lets listeners nod along—“I know exactly what you mean”—and enjoy it even more.

Ending with words of appreciation carries that warm, laughter-filled mood into a heartfelt message, making it a performance that will leave a lasting impression on everyone who attended.

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kojifumi

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greetingPekopa62rank/position

Pekopa deliver a full-power live self-introduction! Reiko Shiota says, “I’m worried about their necks,” while Rie Tanaka comments, “That could even work in gymnastics.”

Pekopa is a comedy duo popular even among elementary school kids.

Their material is basically sketch comedy, but if you want something for a quick gag, why not imitate their signature greetings? You could copy Shuhei, the boke, with his funny and cute pose-filled greeting, or Ta-yu Shoinji’s sharp, snappy greeting.

Either way, it’s sure to get everyone excited.

Shoinji’s greeting is hard to pull off at speed once you’ve memorized it, but if you master it, it’s guaranteed to kill!

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sasashina

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I got carried away.Yuriyan Retriever63rank/position

Yuriyan Retriever - Comedy Bit: “Impression of an American”

Yuriyan Retriever, a female comedian who’s now a TV favorite.

She’s known for a variety of gags, but the easiest one to copy is “Choshi notchattē” (“Got a little carried away”).

For men, you can introduce yourself using the name of a handsome actor or artist and then immediately drop this line—perfect.

It also seems like you could adapt it to all kinds of situations!

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Hane Keisuke

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Kendama64rank/position

Hikakin vs. Seikin Kendama Showdown! (Unexpected incident during the Q&A)

When you think of Hiroshi Mikami, you think of kendama.

He’s also made headlines for attempting Guinness World Records on the annual Kohaku Uta Gassen, and according to Mikami, “the kendama gets people more excited than the songs.” It wouldn’t be a bad idea to use kendama as entertainment.

You could practice hard and show off a difficult trick, or you could stage a show like the Guinness challenge on Kohaku and see “how many people can succeed in a row,” which would really get the crowd going.

It might be a fun surprise to prepare an extra-large kendama especially for a big guy.

It’s a friendly, approachable toy, so be sure to make it an activity that involves everyone around you!

Doburokku65rank/position

[MV] Doburock / New “Maybe, Just Maybe”

Doburock is a two-man comedy duo with professional-level singing skills and impactful bits that bring the house down.

Despite belonging to Asai Kikaku, a talent agency known for its no-dirty-jokes policy, they won King of Conte 2019 with a risqué routine—proof of the high quality of their material.

Thanks to hit bits like their signature “Moshikatte Dakedo” and the fact that they’ve released multiple CDs, they’re widely recognized, making their acts easy to imitate at parties and weddings—perfect for entertainment segments or performances.

However, because many of their jokes are surprisingly risqué, it’s important to choose material that suits the audience and setting.

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Hoshino Takashi

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