Celebrities who are easy to impersonate: Popular impressions that are often mimicked and get the crowd going
Impersonating celebrities is a classic way to get the crowd going at company parties and mixers.
It’s also popular as entertainment or even for self-introductions, and plenty of people probably want to give it a try themselves.
That said, it can be hard to decide which celebrity to impersonate, and ideally you’d want to know some impressions that are easy to learn!
So in this article, we’ll introduce lots of simple, approachable celebrity impressions that are sure to liven up any event.
We’ve picked well-known celebrities regardless of gender, so choose the impression that suits you best and take your time practicing.
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Hiroyuki Nishimura
Impressions of Hiroyuki, who’s famed as the “Reiwa Debate King,” are also very popular.
Famous impersonators include Yanō from Garibenz and Osada from Chocolate Planet, and I think they really capture his traits well.
For appearance, a center-part hairstyle and a slightly grown goatee are good.
Hiroyuki’s speaking style is distinctive: for example, the way he stretches the ending in phrases like “So, about XX—” is a staple.
At the same time, try to create the vibe that he’s looking upward with just his eyes as if searching for the next words.
It’s not exactly the nicest expression, but he often says “XX is stupid,” with a laugh.
If the time and place are appropriate and the timing is right, slip it into the conversation.
DJ KOO
TRF, the dance unit that took the 1990s by storm.
They might have been the pioneers of the so-called Komuro sound.
For younger people, there are probably many who don’t know TRF but do know DJ KOO.
For a good impression when doing an impersonation, start with the look: flashy neon-colored outfits, long blonde hair, and oversized sunglasses to nail the appearance.
Then all you need is an electronic instrument that boosts the DJ vibe—like a sampler.
There are sampler apps, too.
If you can shout the signature line “___ DO DANCE!” at just the right moment, you’re golden!
Takeshi Kitano
As a comedy talent, Beat Takeshi, and as a film director and actor, Takeshi Kitano—he’s active across a wide range, isn’t he? How about trying an impression of Takeshi? Impressionists like Kunihiro Matsumura often do impressions of him, and they’re very striking.
If it’s Beat Takeshi, you could go all-out with a goofy, over-the-top vibe, and if it’s Takeshi Kitano, how about mimicking a character from one of his films, like an impression from Outrage?
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Ano-chan, who could be called the most in-demand female talent right now.
Calling her “Ano-chan” feels more natural than “Ano-san,” doesn’t it? For impersonation points: for appearance, go with a short bob and makeup that emphasizes the tear bags; for speech, a slightly slow pace with a bit of a lisp.
If you stick to these basics, you won’t go too far off.
If you’re not confident in talk segments, you could lean on karaoke and perform her hit song “Chu, Diversity.” Lately she’s been doing a show with Shimofuri Myojo’s Soshina, so it’d also be fun to team up with someone who can impersonate Soshina and perform as a duo!
Kazuki Enari
This is an impression of an actor I want to impersonate because of his distinctive facial expressions.
It’s an impression of Kazuki Enari, who has been highly active in Japanese dramas and stage productions since his child-actor days.
He’s associated with a round face, droopy eyebrows, and a small puckered mouth, so even just a facial imitation would probably get a big reaction.
And if you add that famous catchphrase that comedian also used, it would be practically perfect!
Matsuko Deluxe
Lately, more and more people have been doing impressions of Matsuko Deluxe.
Among them, the best role model is Futoshi Hojo.
With just a quick glance, you might mistake him for the real person.
The topics the real Matsuko gets most fired up about are women’s figure skating and idol news from Hello! Project.
If you say something super niche like, “MidorI Ito’s choreographer David Wilson was perfectly in sync with her, but the choreography I really loved was by Viktor Lishkin,” you’re good to go! If you’ve got a body type similar to Matsuko’s—on the chubbier side—definitely give it a try!
IKKO
IKKO originally worked as a hair and makeup artist, but thanks to her strong on-screen persona, she quickly became a household name on TV.
Just hearing the phrases “Dondake~” or “Maboroshi~” is enough for everyone to recognize IKKO.
Matsuo Shun from the comedy duo Chocolate Planet, who rose to fame by impersonating IKKO, also helped make her character especially easy to imitate.
Key elements include the hairstyle, outfit, and false eyelashes.
Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi
Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi is an artist known for his manly, high-energy performances and a large base of passionate fans.
His signature songs include “Kanpai” and “Tonbo.” If you’re going to impersonate him, start with the look: a leather jacket, sunglasses, and an acoustic guitar to get closer to Nagabuchi’s vibe.
His singing style—pronunciation and vocal delivery—varies by era, so focusing your impression on a specific period can be interesting.
He’s highly recognizable among men in their 50s and older, so give it a try!
Mikuru Asakura
Impressions of Mirai Asakura—who draws attention for his success in RIZIN and running BREAKING DOWN—are hugely popular.
If you use Razor Ramon RG or Choshoku Milk as references, you might get even closer to the real thing.
For an appearance-based approach, those Asakura-style sunglasses are a must.
He’s said to favor brown and blue tones.
If you set up a stage like the Breaking Down set that’s often parodied on variety shows, your impression will have even more impact.
Over-the-top lines like “I just ran 100 km in training” also make for a good laugh.
Hoi Kenta
Hoikenta, who has had a long career as an impressionist entertainer, is best known for his impersonations of Sanma Akashiya.
Recently, though, a different side of him drew attention on the variety show “Chidori no Oni Renchan.” When he performed T.M.Revolution’s “HIGH PRESSURE” at karaoke, his distinctive vocal techniques—like the memorable “karada guu”—really stood out, so it’s recommended to focus on recreating that aspect.
As seen in his Chris Peppler impression, his naturally low and beautiful voice is also a charm point, so leveraging that to create contrast could work well too.
