[For 3-year-olds] Songs to sing at nursery schools and kindergartens! Popular and recommended songs

Kids who love to sing! Around age three, children gradually start to match pitch and keep rhythm, and singing becomes more fun for them.

Let’s have everyone sing together so they can feel the joy and comfort of singing.

So this time, we’ve gathered lots of popular songs that three-year-olds will enjoy singing.

They’re perfect not only for daily childcare, but also for events like recitals and birthday parties! These are songs that energetic three-year-olds will want to sing—so try singing them together as a group.

Add clapping or simple choreography to the music, and it’ll be even more exciting!

Playlist

[For 3-year-olds] Songs to sing at nursery schools and kindergartens! Popular and recommended songs
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	It will be sunny tomorrow.Sakushi/Sakkyoku: Sakata Osamu		Mr. Osamu Sakata’s gentle music that conveys hope
2	Your ColorSakushi/Sakkyoku: Edamamenzu		A colorful children's pop song that cherishes individuality
3	I want to become the sun.Sakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Nakagawa Hirotaka		A love song that makes a child's heart flutter with excitement
4	Happy ChildrenSakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Nakagawa Hirotaka		A fun song that’s very popular with kids
5	strollInoue Azumi		Nurturing a child’s world through the Song of Strolling
6	ParadeSakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Nakagawa Hirotaka		Morning parade, a song of hope and dreams
7	Zebra SwirlSakushi: Endou Kouzou / Sakkyoku: Inui Hiroki		A hand-clapping song about taking a zebra’s stripes off and turning it into another animal
8	I’m happy to see you.sakushi: fujino manami / sakkyoku: kataoka tsugumi		Bam Bears' ending theme song, celebrating the meeting with friends
9	Spring has come!Sakushi: Nakamura Masato / Sakkyoku: Nakamura Masato		A warm song perfect for a spring kindergarten entrance ceremony
10	After a fightSakushi: Araki Toyohisa / Sakkyoku: Miki Takashi		A classic song that conveys the importance of reconciliation
11	Small WorldSakushi: Wakatani Kazuko / Sakkyoku: R. Shaaman Kyoudai		A famous song that wishes for the peace of children around the world
12	Let’s join the Dandelion Group!!Sakushi: Sakata Osamu / Sakkyoku: Sakata Osamu		Making new friends with the Dandelion Brigade song
13	Laughter is nice.sakushi/sakkyoku: Tayama Masamitsu		A fun song with laughter choreography
14	Congratulations on starting preschoolSakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Hosoda Maiko		A song at the entrance ceremony that evokes the arrival of spring
15	Doraemon: Make My Dreams Come Truemao		Doraemon theme song, a bright tune perfect for entrance ceremonies
16	Good morning, crayonSakushi / Sakkyoku: Taniyama Hiroko		A fun song where crayons turn into food
17	Huh, where is it?Sakushi: Kanzawa Toshiko / Sakkyoku: Koshibe Nobuyoshi		Develop observation skills with a fingerplay song that looks for animal parts
18	Ho! Ho! Ho!Sakushi: Itō Akira / Sakkyoku: Koshibe Nobuyoshi		Energize children with fun songs
19	It’s fun.sakushi: yamauchi kazuko / sakkyoku: terashima naohiko		Enjoying sounds and movements with friends in a choir
20	What color do you like?Sakushi/Sakkyoku: Sakata Osamu		Learn color names with a color song to enjoy with children
21	Donsukapanpan Cheer SquadSakushi: Yamada Hiroshi / Sakkyoku: Nishiwaki Tatsuya		The cheer/encouragement song from NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” (With Mother)
22	Let’s go to the park.Sakushi/Sakkyoku: Sakata Osamu		Osamu Sakata’s popular song “Let’s Go to the Park”
23	Toy Cha-Cha-ChaSakushi: Nozaka Akiyuki-shi / Sakkyoku: Koshibe Nobuyoshi		A fun song about toys coming to life at night
24	Being human is niceSakushi: Yamaguchi Akari/Sakkyoku: Kobayashi Asei		“Ningen tte ii na” is a heartwarming song that’s easy to sing along to.
25	Banana Parent and ChildSakushi: Seki Kazuo / Sakkyoku: Fukuda Wakako		Let’s enjoy wordplay with a parent-and-child banana pair
26	your smileHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		Songs from NHK's 'Okaasan to Issho' (With Mother)
27	The railroad tracks go on forever.Sakushi: Saki Satoshi / Sakkyoku: Amerika min’yō		Dreams-and-hopes train song, let’s all sing together
28	Mysterious PocketSakushi: Mado Michio / Sakkyoku: Watanabe Shigeru		Learn with the mysterious song that makes biscuits multiply
29	aye-ayeSakushi: Aida Hiromi / Sakkyoku: Uno Seiichirō		Aye-aye is a cute little monkey song
30	There’s no such thing as ghosts.Sakushi: Maki Minori / Sakkyoku: Mine Akira		There’s no such thing as ghosts: a classic song rich in imagination
31	Sticky SambaHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		Sticky Samba, a song popular with parents and children
32	The railroad tracks go on forever.		A musical piece for a hopeful train journey
33	Obake bake bake gaccha!Keroponzu		A ghost song you can dance to for Halloween
34	One, two, three		Jump over creatures with a good tempo and dance!
35	Surely a miracleHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A song that gives courage for a new spring life, “Surely a Miracle”
36	Lots of heartsYokoyama Daisuke / Mitani Takumi		A heartwarming song that conveys love to children
37	Friend, friendSakushi/Sakkyoku: Yamazaki Hiroshi		A heartwarming song about friendship and gratitude, perfect for a kindergarten entrance ceremony.
38	UraraHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		NHK “Urara” First Children’s Song
39	Watch the CarnivalYokoyama Daisuke / Ono Atsuko		A fun NHK “Mitete Carnival” introduction
40	Ganba RangersHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		An inspiring cheer song that sings of family love
41	Applause for you!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya, Fukuo Makoto, Akimoto Azuki		NHK’s cheer song “A Round of Applause for You!”
42	Let’s draw a picture in the blue sky.Sakushi: Kazumi Kazuki / Sakkyoku: Hajime Kamishiba		A cheerful children's song to sing at the kindergarten entrance ceremony
43	Haro Hallowin Win is about to start!Mori Asami		Children are overjoyed with the Halloween song
44	All set and ready to go!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A fun song that supports kids in the morning and at night
45	Small WorldSakushi / Sakkyoku: Shāman Kyōdai		The song “It’s a Small World,” which sings of friendship and peace, is heartwarming.
46	Clockwork JimmyHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		Jimmy's song that winds the screw and delivers energy
47	Mushi-Mushi FestivalHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A fun children's song starring insects
48	Hyurara boon-boon!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		Gets you hyped! An energizing track has arrived
49	Ho-re!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A fun song where the root vegetable party can dance
50	Happy ChildrenShinzawa Toshihiko		A song where children's smiles spread happiness
51	The whale is listening.Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		The soothing songs of NHK's 'Okaasan'
52	Bibi-bi Beam!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		The fun dance track “Bibibi Beam!” is popular.
53	Toy Cha-Cha-Cha		Expand children's dreams with a toy song
54	stroll		Totoro’s “Sanpo” is a delightful classic.
55	Anpanman’s March		Anpanman is a very popular character among children.
56	Children all over the world		Let's dance to a song that wishes for children's happiness.
57	GeGeGe no KitaroAdo		Smiles with the song of GeGeGe no Kitaro
58	Song of the EarthHanada Yuuichirou		A love song from the Earth, passed on to the children
59	Bento sausagesHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A Fun Song about Bento Sausages
60	Feast-y SummerHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		Focus on the fun summer song 'Gochisou Summer'!
61	Carrot Engine RocketHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		Fun Song of the Carrot Rocket
62	Norimaki Pera Pari OndoHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		Nori-maki Ondo, packed with summer festival vibes!
63	Hardworking BoogieHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A children’s song that conveys the fun of working
64	Happappa, haaa!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A song with the theme of nature loved by children
65	We were born with a bang!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A rhythmic summer song with an impressive sound of Japanese taiko drums
66	Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5		Yo-kai Exercise No. 1 is a fun and easy-to-remember song.
67	Picnic		A rhythmic song that enjoys the sounds of animals
68	Friend Ponkurton		An uplifting, lively track that expresses friendship and bonds
69	Morning Song (Good Morning)Sakushi: Masuko Toshi / Sakkyoku: Honda Tetsuma		A morning greeting song that's popular with children and full of energy
70	A strawberry is a strawberry.Sakushi: Kotaki Kiyomi / Sakkyoku: Fujita Taishi		An enchanting track from NHK’s popular children’s songs
71	March of the RoadHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A bright and lively march, stepping toward the future
72	Lovely Wonderlandshimajirou		A song that celebrates children's sense of adventure and joy
73	A Drop of Star		A fun song with a bright rhythm you can dance to
74	Everyone Is Special		English songs that nurture children's self-esteem
75	Let’s take a step into the future		Shimajiro’s Song of Friendship and Adventure
76	Ghost Party		Nurturing children's imagination with Halloween music
77	Song of Feathers		Shimajiro’s song of words that start with “ke”
78	I love stripes!		Children’s music with a bright, friendly singing voice
79	My favorite things		A heartwarming song that nurtures children's sensibilities
80	Etiquette Man		Manners Learning Song for Children
81	Kupurupā is a secret word!		An insert song from a film that portrays children's bonds and adventures
82	They say they want to wake up feeling refreshed.		Let's get moving energetically with a morning exercise song!
83	To the Sun in the Palm of Your Hand		A children's song that sings of the preciousness of life and of hope
84	spring breeze		A heartwarming masterpiece depicting the breath of spring
85	Here we go!HIKAKIN & SEIKIN		An energetic song from the One Piece Fish-Man Island arc
86	Let’s have fun.Shoko&The Akilla		A heartwarming song that gently embraces children
87	Only One StoryZEROBASEONE		Pokémon opening theme, ZEROBASEONE’s Song of Courage
88	Sketchaimyon		The warm bond between Nobita and his friends
89	Churippu sharippuwarabe uta		Connecting children's hearts through nursery rhymes
90	Child of AbrahamAmerika Gasshūkoku no dōyō		A fun play song popular with children: Abraham's Song
91	Let’s keep walkingbiriken		A folk and hip-hop song that sings of children’s joy
92	The Song of the Twelve Zodiac Animalssakushi sakkyoku/miyahira rie		A fun song featuring the animals of the Chinese zodiac
93	peach-colored cheeksSakushi / Sakkyoku: Yamamoto Shou		A new song from Okaasan to Issho
94	TulipSakushi: Kondo Miyako / Sakkyoku: Inoue Takeshi		Spring nursery rhymes are songs popular with children.
95	Song of a little birdSakushi: Yoda Jun’ichi / Sakkyoku: Akutagawa Yasushi		The song of a little bird gently warms a child's heart.
96	Hey, Kaba-kun!sakushi: nakagawa itsuko / sakkyoku: nakagawa hirotaka		The charm of animals for children through hippopotamus songs
97	Smilesakushi: kitagawa yūjin / sakkyoku: kitagawa yūjin		A lively, cheerful song that brings a smile to everyone
98	The Turtle’s ExcursionSakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Nakagawa Hirotaka		Soothe your heart with the laid-back turtle song
99	Spring came pop-pop-popsakushi: kozue hikari / sakkyoku: sako shinichirō		Brighten and energize children's hearts with songs of spring
100	The Hungry Tummy Songsakushi: sakata hiroo / sakkyoku: onaka megumi		The charm of a fun children's song that depicts hunger
101	What color do you like?Sakushi: Sakata Osamu / Sakkyoku: Inui Yuki		The charm of children’s songs that sing about the world of colors
102	Friendship HymnSakushi: Sakata Hiroo / Sakkyoku: Amerika Min’yō		A bright song about friendship, everyone forming a circle
103	The Bento Box SongSakushi: Kayama Yoshiko / Sakkyoku: Kobayashi Akihiro		The Bento Box Song, a beloved classic among children
104	Story FingerSakushi: Kayama Yoshiko / Sakkyoku: Yuyama Akira		A heartwarming nursery rhyme to enjoy with finger puppets
105	Playing bus (pretend bus play)Sakushi: Kayama Yoshiko / Sakkyoku: Yuyama Akira		A nursery rhyme about the excitement of riding a bus
106	Banana Parent and ChildSakata Osamu		A Fun Song of a Banana Parent and Child
107	Song of CourageOno Atsuko		Atsuko Ono's movie theme song is heartwarming.
108	Vegetable SongYamano Satoko		Music that joyfully sings the names of vegetables
109	Happy ChildrenYamano Satoko		A heartwarming song that sings of children's strength and hope
110	Peep-peep, pao!Kimura Kaera		Hanakappa’s new opening theme will be performed by Kaela Kimura.
111	Hallelujah Roo-yayokoyama daisuke		Celebrate new encounters with an uplifting song
112	Good morning!Fukuda Sho		Our hearts connect through a bright song, like the morning light.
113	Playful Love Ai AiHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A song for parents and children to enjoy together with cat-themed music
114	treasureHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A Heartwarming Song from “Okaasan to Issho”
115	My precious friendHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A gentle song that portrays warm bonds and embraces a child's heart
116	I want to ride a vehicle.Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		Entertain children with songs about vehicles
117	Full of dreamsSeki Yumiko		A refreshing song that sings of children's dreams and hopes
118	nectarineterebi senshi		The theme song of Tensai TV-kun, a track brimming with children’s sensibilities.
119	Shimajiro Ondo!		A lively rhythm that makes the heart dance—a song loved by children
120	WINNER! Gojuuger!Wienners		The theme song for the 50th anniversary of Super Sentai is captivating.
121	Seven-colored soap bubbleSakushi sakkyoku: Yusa Mimori		Sing of adventure and dreams in the soap-bubble song
122	The Puppy Police OfficerSakushi: Satō Yoshimi / Sakkyoku: Ōnaka Megumi		A gentle song of a kitten and a policeman