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Perfect for kindergarten middle-years! A collection of recommended dance song ideas for sports day

Sports day is a once-a-year special event even for middle-year kindergarteners!

As they practice sprints and team events and decorate the school, both kids and adults can feel the excitement building.

Here, we’ll introduce songs that are perfect for dance routines in the sports day program for middle-year children!

From classic favorites to the latest hits, we’ve got a wide selection—find the perfect track for your kids.

Be sure to read to the end and get the fun sports day atmosphere going!

Perfect for preschoolers (age 4–5)! A collection of recommended dance song ideas for sports day (91–100)

Ninnin Nintama Ondo

"Nin-nin Nintama Ondo" Choreography Tutorial Video - Aki Watanabe

Set in the Sengoku period, the story of Ninjutsu Academy—centered on the trio of Rantarō, Kirimaru, and Shinbei—is hugely popular! From the long-beloved TV anime “Nintama Rantarō,” we present “Nin-nin Nintama Ondo.” Many teachers and parents likely watched “Nintama Rantarō” when they were young.

In recent years, it has gained popularity not only among children but also among adults.

The choreography for “Nin-nin Nintama Ondo” can be adapted to suit children.

Try dancing while getting into character!

Hattori-kun Ondo

From the ninja-themed anime Ninja Hattori-kun, we present the song Hattori-kun Ondo.

Ninja Hattori-kun is a Japanese gag manga in which Hattori leaves his village to continue his training in Tokyo, where he gets caught up in various incidents.

Let’s try dancing the Hattori-kun Ondo from the beloved national anime Ninja Hattori-kun.

The key points are its tune, which evokes an ondo performed at events like Bon Odori, and lyrics that weave in ninja-specific episodes!

100% Courage

Courage 100% [Pop'n Dance] Let's dance together!

The theme song of the anime Nintama Rantarō, “Yūki 100%,” is such a powerful track that just hearing it fills you with energy and courage.

With its catchy sound and lively rhythm, it’s perfect not only as BGM for sports days and as a dance number, but also as music for a parachute performance where several people hold the edges of a large circular cloth and raise and lower it in time.

The moment the intro starts, kids, parents, and teachers all get hyped! Let the power of the song boost the excitement and make your sports day even more fun!

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[Ado] The Song LP – Full Track Digest
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[For Elementary School Students] Chant / Ado [Sports Day Recital Dance] Easy Dance Choreography

Packed with the kind of charm that makes you want to start dancing, Ado’s song is perfect for kids’ dance, too.

Chosen as the theme song for the Halloween event “Zombie de Dance,” this track features a danceable style with elements of electro swing.

Ado’s powerful vocals and energetic beat bring out children’s desire to move.

Released in September 2023, it captivated many at Universal Studios Japan’s event.

The choreography is poppy and easy to learn, making it a sure hit at events like sports days and recitals.

It’s also recommended for kids who want to develop their sense of rhythm.

Start by having fun dancing, and then gradually challenge yourselves with more difficult moves!

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Creepy Nuts “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” × TV Anime “MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES” Collaboration Music Video #BBBB Dance
Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts

A track marked by powerful beats and addictive phrases, it vividly portrays a protagonist who fights with muscle as a weapon in a world where magic is the norm.

Set to an up-tempo rhythm and inventive sound design, it expresses the life of a hero with strength and conviction that defy common sense.

This song, which incorporates Jersey club elements—arguably Creepy Nuts at their best—debuted in January 2024 as the opening theme for Season 2 of the anime Mashle: Magic and Muscles.

Together with its opening visuals, it became a hot topic and sparked a new culture on social media where music and dance fused as one.

It’s a track that resonates with anyone who holds an unbreakable spirit and the courage to take on challenges.

Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA

LiSA – Gurenge / THE FIRST TAKE
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[Sports Day Dance] [Full Song Version] Demon Slayer - Gurenge | Easy Choreography (Kindergarten, Nursery, Elementary School, Recital)

The anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba has become such a hit that its popularity and influence are now a social phenomenon.

The opening theme song Gurenge, sung by LiSA, also continues to be widely loved over time.

Why not try dancing to Gurenge, a hit song everyone has heard somewhere? With choreography arranged to be easy to dance—even small children can give it a try—you can perform it at sports days or school recitals.

You can go for moves that look cool, like the protagonist’s techniques, or energize the sports day with a lively dance that uses your whole body.

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[Official] Secret Ramen Exercise Akira-chan — The Ramen Exercises! #RamenTaiso
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The Chinese-style sound and choreography make “Hiden Ramen Taiso” a lot of fun.

It’s a striking, classic number that’s popular at kindergartens and daycare centers nationwide.

Since it’s themed around everyone’s favorite ramen and the movements are generally slow and easy to follow, even very young children can dance along.

In addition to the unforgettable main choreography you’ll remember after just one viewing, it also provides solid exercises like twisting the body and stretching the back.

Don’t forget to nail the opening and closing poses, too!