[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!

Playlist

[Preschool] Great Dance Songs for Sports Day: Perfect for Younger Children
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Color Explorersicchī・naru		Stimulating children's curiosity with colorful music
2	SmileKamisiraishi Moka		Hanakappa’s Energetic Dance
3	Colorfulyuzu		A cheer song by Yuzu that makes children's smiles shine
4	PopcornSuzuki Tsubasa, Fukuda Ryūzō		A sports day song that brings children’s smiles and energy
5	Happy Jam Jamshimajirou, torippi, mimirin, ramurin		Shimajiro's ending song
6	As expected, super hyped!momokurochan Z		A dance song to liven up the sports day!
7	A I U E O musicGReeeeN		A rhythmic piece that plays with the Japanese syllabary (gojūon)
8	Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento		An upbeat song that brings out children's smiles
9	Rocket Penguinroketto kureyon		A fun song about penguins swimming in the sea
10	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		WANIMA's lively 'Picnic'
11	Furu Furu Fruitshimajirou		A fun children's song where you can dance and sing fruit names
12	Abracadabra spellchibi maruko-chan & baku chuu mondai		Ending theme song of Chibi Maruko-chan
13	I wish you lots of happinessnaniwa danshi		An uplifting song for children shining at a sports day
14	Fruit punch!gaagaaS		An energetic fruit punch dance song
15	hontosumika		sumika to perform the theme song for the Doraemon movie
16	Asleep or awakePorukadotto Sutingurei		Ending theme of the new chapter of Pokémon
17	SuttakatattattaKeroponzu Puppeezu		A children’s play song that turns morning routines into fun movements
18	Tattayuzu		Yuzu’s cheer song makes me want to move my body
19	March of the RoadHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A lively march song perfect for a sports day
20	together; along with; bothWANIMA		Let's liven up the sports day with WANIMA's upbeat dance track
21	Donuts! Do~nuts!?Suzuki Tsubasa		Donut Dance is perfect for a sports day
22	Baby Shark		Let's liven up the sports festival with a smash-hit shark-themed song
23	Odoru Pompoko RinAdo		Ado covers the opening theme song of Chibi Maruko-chan
24	mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism		Official HIGE DANDism “Mixed Nuts” is perfect for a sports day
25	Chinpun kanpun punfuwari oneesan		Introduction to Fuwa-ri Oneesan's dance song
26	Buff and super muscular!!Shinzawa Toshihiko, Yamano Satoko, Mori Mami		A workout song for dancing like a macho man
27	A I U E O musicGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s “Aiueo-ngaku” is a dance song suited for school sports festivals.
28	Pokemon 123Poketto Monsutā		Pokemon opening theme song
29	We GrapesSakushi: Fukuda Sho / Sakkyoku: Suzuki Tsubasa		A childcare dance with a grape motif
30	Jamboree Mickey! Let’s dance!Tōkyō Dizunī Rizōto		Participatory kids' dance by Disney
31	Under the SeaRitoru Māmeido		Under the Sea is a song suitable for sports day events.
32	Happinessarashi		Arashi cheer song, dance for sports day
33	[Dance] Children’s Kabukihiromichi & tanizou		A Japanese-style dance song with Kabuki elements
34	Do-su-ko-iShinzawa Toshihiko, Yamano Satoko, Mori Asami, Yamada Riiko, Matsuie Makiko		Sumo-themed exercises for children
35	PopopopoposeGReeeeN		A lively, fun-to-dance-to song for children
36	SmileMori Nana		Boosting Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s commercial with “Smile” sung by Nana Mori
37	Mischief Monster: Kaboom!hiromichi & tanizou		A lively children’s song—let’s dance with monster moves!
38	[Dance] Is it a banana?Taniguchi Kunihiro		Let's enjoy the monkey's banana dance.
39	Donsukapanpan Cheer SquadYokoyama Daisuke / Mitani Takumi		The cheer/encouragement song from NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” (With Mother)
40	We are little pirates.hiromichi & tanizou		A song that sparks children's sense of adventure
41	La La La ExercisegaagaaS		A gymnastics song that kids can enjoy dancing to
42	Ta-da-da-da-daaa!		A bright, uplifting song that gives you courage and is fun to dance to.
43	Animal Exercises 1-2-3okazaki hiromi		A fun exercise song with animal movements
44	Muscatyuzu		Yuzu's 'Muscat' is a bright, upbeat song.
45	Happy SongTokyo Dizunīrando		Dance music of Tokyo Disneyland
46	Sign of LovePUFFY		The popular “Sign of Love” on TikTok is a cute dance.
47	Nyan-Para☆DanceMiyahara Hitomi		Cute kids dance in a cat pose
48	Mickey Mouse MarchJimī Dotto		Let's dance to the Mickey Mouse March!
49	Aloha e komo maiDizunī		The cheerful welcoming song of Lilo & Stitch
50	Start SongFukuda Sho / Suzuki Tsubasa		An energetic opening song by two songwriters
51	Onward! Pill Bughiromichi & tanizou		A song that sings about the importance of pill bugs
52	Doraemon: Make My Dreams Come Truemao		The opening theme of Doraemon, a famous song sung by mao
53	Happy Easter		A fun dance with an Easter theme
54	100% for youkyarī pamyu pamyu		Popular songs by Kyary Pamyu Pamyu
55	My cutest featureFRUITS ZIPPER		Discover your charm with a cute song
56	My Neighbor TotoroInoue Azumi		The Appeal of Studio Ghibli’s Masterpiece ‘Totoro’
57	Obake bake bake gaccha!Keroponzu		A ghost song you can dance to for Halloween
58	Playful Love Ai AiHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A song for parents and children to enjoy together with cat-themed music
59	Karada DandanDeguchi Takashi, Yamada Riiko		A dance song where you pretend to be animals will liven up the sports day.
60	Ebi KanicsKeroponzu		A children's music group popular for its fun dances
61	Super Energetic ExerciseSatō Hiromichi		The fun exercises of the NHK big brother
62	What is this, Panda Samba?		Let's have fun dancing the Panda Samba!
63	Banana-kun ExerciseYamano Satoko, Kōrasu		A fun song that expresses love for bananas
64	Jamboree Mickey!Tokyo Dizunīrando		Disney Kids Dance is super popular! Easy and fun
65	Coco☆Natsuhiromichi & tanizou		Hiro-michi Sato and Kunihiro Taniguchi’s Sports Day Exercises
66	Sorry for being cuteHONEY WORKS		Let's have fun with an upbeat song that boosts self-esteem.
67	Disney exercises		Disney Taiso is a fun and lively song for preschoolers.
68	Pineapple ExerciseOzawa Kanato		Pineapple Exercise is a fun dance song.
69	Pumpkin Cha-chaHautokun & Fuwari Oneesan		Have a fun Halloween with the Pumpkin Dance!
70	Love burst forth.yuzu		An energetic song; a movie theme song
71	Little Ghost-chan DanceKutsuna Mika		Ghost-chan's Halloween Dance Song
72	Age-age donuts		Donut Dance, let’s have fun and dance!
73	Poyoyon March		Give children courage with an upbeat march
74	Green light from the blue sky		With a green light from the blue sky, toward a fun future
75	Hyurara boon-boon!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		Gets you hyped! An energizing track has arrived
76	Sparkly Kingdom on the Cloudsshimajirou		Fun sports day songs that capture children's hearts
77	peach-colored cheeksNagatama-ya, Akimoto Anzuki		NHK “With Mother” Spring Song
78	Festival Dokkyun		Summer Festival Dance “Omatsuri Dokkyun”
79	We were born with a bang!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A rhythmic summer song with an impressive sound of Japanese taiko drums
80	Halloween! Halloween!Machico		The lively singing voice of Machico from Hiroshima
81	Watch out for hornets!		Learning about danger through the hornet dance
82	RainbowKamijiyusuke		Yusuke Kamiji’s song of hope with a rainbow theme
83	Is being cute not enough?CUTIE STREET		Delivering energy with a pop song for kids
84	Maru Maru Mori Mori!Kaoru to Tomoki, tama ni Mukku.		The theme song of Marumo no Okite and the popularity of the child actors
85	Where is this mushroom?Yokoyama Daisuke / Mitani Takumi		A mysterious children's song popular with kids
86	The Pupu and Humu Incident-Solving Dance		The Cute Dance Song of Butt Detective
87	Magic of SmilesMiyahara Hitomi		The opening theme song of Hanakappa
88	Chitty Chitty Bang BangRichādo M Shāman		The delightful hit song from the movie “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang”
89	Bean Squadron Bibin-Biin		The Bean Squadron protects love and peace!
90	Tsubame (YOASOBI with Midories)		A heartwarming song that depicts a swallow’s small dream
91	Children all over the world		Let's dance to a song that wishes for children's happiness.
92	Haro Hallowin Win is about to start!Mori Asami		Children are overjoyed with the Halloween song
93	The Ghost Picture Book SongMizuki Nana		Theme song of Obake Zukan, a Halloween dance track
94	Mīchatta Dance		Bring out children’s smiles and energy through fun dance
95	Norimaki Pera Pari OndoHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		Nori-maki Ondo, packed with summer festival vibes!
96	Powerful powerNakagawa Hirotaka		A perfect music collection for children’s sports day
97	Groovy Vehicle Dance Medley		Let's have fun moving our bodies with a vehicles medley
98	Pokémon Halloween Mystery PartyMachico		The Pokémon Halloween song is fun.
99	The animal train has arrived.Ozawa Kazuto		Animal role-play dance program
100	Fruit Dance Roundup!		A dance where you have fun singing the names of fruits
101	Insect Tai Chi		Expressing insect movements through Tai Chi
102	La-la-la! Tropical Carnival!gaagaaS		A tropical carnival-style kids’ sports day dance song
103	Odoru Pompoko RinMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		Odoru Pompokolin by B.B. Queens
104	Ghost Partytani zou, satou hiromichi		Nurturing children's imagination with Halloween music
105	stroll		Totoro’s “Sanpo” is a delightful classic.
106	Hardworking BoogieHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A children’s song that conveys the fun of working
107	100% Courage		Sports Day song: a famous tune that delivers courage and energy
108	Smilesakushi: kitagawa yūjin / sakkyoku: kitagawa yūjin		A lively, cheerful song that brings a smile to everyone
109	Transform! Ninja-jan!		The charm of children enjoying ninja transformations
110	The railroad tracks go on forever.		A musical piece for a hopeful train journey
111	OLA！yuzu		A bright song with cute Latin-style rhythms
112	Let’s have fun.Shoko&The Akilla		A gentle song that stays close to a child's heart
113	Waltz dance in the snow		Let's have fun dancing to the children's song 'Yuki'
114	Peep-peep, pao!Kimura Kaera		Hanakappa’s new opening theme will be performed by Kaela Kimura.
115	Tattayuzu		An uplifting cheer song that encourages children’s feelings
116	Mela！Ryokushokushakai		Liven up the sports day with Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s “Mela!”
117	Gymnastics, transform! Ninja jump!		Let's dance like ninjas together with the kids!
118	superstarKetsumeishi		A hip-hop and pop fusion, a cheering anthem that celebrates talent
119	DoraemonHoshino Gen		Doraemon's theme song is popular with children.
120	Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		A refreshing summer song, the brilliance of youth
121	Fish HeavenShibaya Hiromi		Osakana Tengoku is a fun dance song
122	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		A refreshing new song that sings of the sparkle of youth
123	Happiness Is HereTōkyō Dizunī Rizōto		Easy to dance to as the main song of a Disney parade
124	Shuriken Ninja		Transform into a ninja! Let’s play with fun songs and techniques.
125	Hattori-kun Ondo		Introducing the Ninja Hattori-kun Ondo
126	Color NinjaOzawa Kazuto		A fun stage where colorful ninjas dance
127	Koo Lu LeeTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu		Baymax’s fun dance track with energetic choreography
128	Lovely Wonderlandshimajirou		A song that celebrates children's sense of adventure and joy
129	Song of CourageOno Atsuko		Atsuko Ono's movie theme song is heartwarming.
130	New EraAdo		Powerful songs by Ado, perfect for kids’ dance
131	Theme of the Little Monster		Let's have fun with monsters' song and dance
132	Toy Cha-Cha-Cha		Expand children's dreams with a toy song
133	Anpanman Taiso (Anpanman Gymnastics)		Anpanman Taiso is a fun and lively song.
134	Anpanman’s March		Anpanman is a very popular character among children.
135	To the Sun in the Palm of Your Hand		Song of the Joy of Being Alive
136	GeGeGe no KitaroAdo		Smiles with the song of GeGeGe no Kitaro
137	Ninja Hattori-kun		Let's dance to the opening song of Ninja Hattori-kun
138	Let’s move forward! Clap your hands!Shimajirou, Mimirin, Torippii, Nyakkii, MC Togetoge		A heartwarming song that celebrates forward-looking courage and friendship.
139	Secret Ramen Exercisetakahashi akira		Get healthy with the fun “Secret Ramen Exercise”
140	Exciting Paradehiromichi & tanizou		A lively dance song introduction for the Minami-jima Parade
141	I want to ride a vehicle.Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		Entertain children with songs about vehicles
142	March of the RoadHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A bright and lively march, stepping toward the future
143	Sun Sun Exercisedoriimingu		Popular with children as the exercise song from Anpanman
144	Karada DandanSakushi: Yoshida Sensha / Sakkyoku: Kosugi Yasuo		A gymnastics song that lets children enjoy moving their bodies
145	Here we go!HIKAKIN & SEIKIN		The lively theme song of the Fish-Man Island arc of ONE PIECE
146	We are ninjas, indeed.Fukuda Sho		Introducing the ninja dance of the infant class
147	I love stripes!		A song that wins hearts with music that stands by children
148	Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48		Perfect for sports day! AKB48’s popular dance songs
149	Shinako Worldshinako		Shinako’s captivating songs that are close to children
150	Real Gonekāzu		Anthropomorphized Disney films tickle the imagination.
151	Let’s hang out!Hayami Kentarō		The older girl from “Inai Inai Baa!” who appears with Mom
152	Only One StoryZEROBASEONE		Pokemon anime song of dreams and hope
153	chantAdo		Ado's songs are perfect for kids' dance!
154	S-s-stealthy footsteps		Showcase of a child's quiet ninja dance
155	Friend Ponkurton		A lively, heart-thrilling children's song
156	Etiquette Man		Manners Learning Song for Children
157	Kupurupā is a secret word!		An insert song from a film that portrays children's bonds and adventures
158	Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5		The anime ending theme by Dream5 is extremely popular.
159	Carrot NinjaKeroponzu		A special feature exploring the charm of the Carrot Ninja
160	strollSakushi: Nakagawa Rieko / Sakkyoku: Hisaishi Joe		A bright marching song, a song to enjoy with children
161	The Villains’ Halloween “Into the Frenzy”Tokyo Dizunīrando		Disney Villains-themed Halloween dance
162	B A Y M A XTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu		Baymax’s Fun Dance Song
163	sound ninjaFukuda Sho		The fun of ninjas dancing to the beat
164	Wooper! Looper!gaagaaS		Kids music unit songs popular with children
165	Ninnin Nintama Ondo		Introducing the popularity and the ondo (traditional dance/song) of Nintama Rantarō
166	Happy ChildrenShinzawa Toshihiko		A song where children's smiles spread happiness
167	It’s a sweets-ful time!Tokyo Dizunīrando		A pop dance song by Vanellope for children
168	Idol Precure with You♪ Light Up!Ishii Ami, Kumada Akane, Yoshitake Chihaya		Anime songs convey the bonds of friendship and the power of music.
169	Let’s go look for Morry’s seedgaagaaS		An Adventure Song to Enjoy with Children
170	Head over heels for the cosmosHanada Yuuichirou, Ono Atsuko		A children's song themed around space and planets
171	Mischief Ninja Arts Manual		The comical dance of the Trickster Ninja Arts Ledger
172	Pika Pika Boo!		Build athletic ability with Pikapikabu
173	But no loveRainy。		An upbeat song that both adults and children can enjoy
174	Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts		A rhapsody depicting a magical world with a muscle-bound protagonist
175	WINNER! Gojuuger!Wienners		The theme song for the 50th anniversary of Super Sentai is captivating.
176	Ninja Dance		Ninja dance has distinctive moves and is fun.
177	Ninja Hattari-kun		Ninja Hattari-kun sings his techniques in a cool musical style.
178	U.S.A.DA PUMP		A feel-good dance that preserves children’s smiles
179	The EntertainerScott Joplin		Bright and dynamic jazz piano piece
180	swallowYOASOBI with Midorīzu		A hopeful song by YOASOBI and children
181	Shimajiro Ondo!shimajirou, nojima naoto		A lively rhythm that makes the heart dance—a song loved by children
182	Anpanman’s Marchdoriimingu		Anpanman’s theme song, a song of courage and hope
183	Anpanman Exercisedoriimingu		Music for the beanbag toss event at a sports day
184	nectarineterebi senshi		The theme song of Tensai TV-kun, a track brimming with children’s sensibilities.
185	paprikaFoorin		The ‘Paprika’ dance that’s popular with children