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[Preschool] Great Dance Songs for Sports Day: Perfect for Younger Children

Sports day is an important event where we can see children’s growth.

For many younger kindergarteners, it may even be their very first sports day.

For teachers, dance is essential to help all the children join in and have fun together!

So here, we’ve gathered recommended dance songs for younger kindergarteners.

There are lots of cute options, including theme songs from NHK programs and anime, as well as songs about fruits and insects.

Choose lively tunes that bring out the children’s innocence, and have everyone dance together to enjoy sports day!

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Friend Ponkurton

Friend Ponkurton [Shimajiro Channel Official]
Friend Ponkurton

The song that brings a heart-thumping time together with lively music was born in March 2016.

Included on the soundtrack for the film “Shimajiro and the Picture Book Kingdom,” it’s notable for Omi Minami’s bright voice and its rhythmic melody.

With themes of friendship and bonds with companions, it features a fun structure where the tempo gradually changes.

It appears on the album “Shimajiro no Wao! The Movie: Shimajiro and the Picture Book Kingdom + TV Version ‘Shimajiro no Wao!’ Original Soundtrack,” and is used in both the film and the TV program.

It’s perfect for singing and dancing together at nursery school or kindergarten parent-child events, and it’s a track that kids who watch ‘Shimajiro no Wao!’ will enjoy.

Etiquette Man

Etiquette Man [Shimajiro Channel Official]
Etiquette Man

This is a character song that blends fun and learning, and it’s hugely popular with children.

Set to a bright, poppy melody, it clearly teaches important everyday manners and etiquette.

Takashi Fujii’s friendly singing and dancing really capture kids’ hearts.

The song has been broadcast on Shimajiro no Wao! since September 2017 and is also included on the DVD Shimajiro no Wao! Shimajiro to Dance! Dance! Dance!.

It’s a track that lets parents and children enjoy moving their bodies together while learning easy-to-practice topics like table manners and cough etiquette.

Kupurupā is a secret word!

Movie tie-in dance song “Kuprupa Is a Secret Word!” [Shimajiro Channel Official]
Kupurupā is a secret word!

This is an insert song from the film that, with its bright, poppy sound and lyrics that capture children’s hearts, conveys the importance of friendship and cooperation.

Using the “secret word” as their motto, Shimajiro and his friends embark on an adventure that communicates the value of bonds and a spirit of kindness.

With its rhythmic groove and dance, it’s designed for kids to enjoy together.

The song appears in the March 2019 film Shimajiro and Ururu’s Hero Land, where it’s used memorably alongside the adventure in Hero Land.

It also comes with a fun group dance, making it a recommended track for preschools and at home.

Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5

Yo-kai Watch: Yokai Exercise No. 1
Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5

The ending theme of a TV anime, sung by Dream5 and beloved by both children and adults, is creating a buzz.

This work charms listeners with its fun, upbeat style that portrays everyday little happenings—like oversleeping or being picky about food—as the doings of yokai.

Their 12th single, released in April 2014, was a tie-in with a TV Tokyo anime, and with choreography by Lucky Ikeda, it became a huge topic among children.

It’s a song that kids can enjoy moving their bodies to together, with easy-to-learn choreography that makes it a hit at nursery and kindergarten events.

It’s also recommended for parent-child recreation and as a dance for sports days.

Carrot NinjaKeroponzu

Let’s show it off in an orange ninja outfit! Introducing the “Carrot Ninja.” The combination of carrot and ninja is unique and fun, isn’t it? Why not take this opportunity to arrange a dark-colored ninja outfit into orange and green and try wearing it? As the name suggests, “Carrot Ninja” is a ninja themed around carrots.

The lyrics also express the characteristics of carrots, so it seems like a great chance to learn more.

There’s even a spot in the middle of the song where lively shout-outs become the highlight!

strollSakushi: Nakagawa Rieko / Sakkyoku: Hisaishi Joe

♪ Stroll – Let’s walk, let’s walk, I’m feeling great~ ♪ <with choreography> [Studio Ghibli film “My Neighbor Totoro” opening theme]
strollSakushi: Nakagawa Rieko / Sakkyoku: Hisaishi Joe

This bright, cheerful march-style song is perfect for connecting with your child.

It was included on the album “My Neighbor Totoro Image Song Collection” released in November 1987, and is also well known as the opening theme song of Studio Ghibli’s animated film “My Neighbor Totoro.” The lyrics were written by children’s author Rieko Nakagawa, with music composed by Joe Hisaishi.

Its appeal lies in a simple melody that conveys a positive feeling and warm, heartfelt lyrics.

Because it’s easy to sing while moving energetically, it’s also recommended for musical play in preschools and kindergartens.

It’s a wonderful piece you can enjoy together—holding hands, interacting, and facing your child as you share the experience.

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The Villains’ Halloween “Into the Frenzy”Tokyo Dizunīrando

The Villains Halloween “Into the Frenzy” — Mainly Featuring Dancers — 2024/9/30
The Villains’ Halloween “Into the Frenzy”Tokyo Dizunīrando

This dance number is themed around Disney villains and is perfect for Halloween events.

The charm lies in fully embodying a villain to enjoy a different vibe than usual.

The choreography, which suits fierce expressions and slightly exaggerated gestures, is sure to draw the audience’s attention.

Costumes in black or purple will enhance the mood and heighten the Halloween spirit.

Dancing in unison as a group adds impact, spreading thrills and fun throughout the venue.

Included as a centerpiece for a school sports day or recreational event, it’s a piece that lets both adults and children step into an extraordinary world.