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Perfect for preschoolers! Recommended dance songs for sports day (roundup)

10 years as a kindergarten teacher / elementary school teacher / junior and senior high school teacher / childminderkepiko
Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music, Faculty of Music (now: Department of Music Culture and Education, Early Childhood Music Education major). In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a game researcher. After graduating from university, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 10 years and as an after-school childcare instructor for 7 years, then took a position as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I engaged in activities that introduced Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational activities, working with many children. Later, through freelance writing, planning, and editing at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and sharing. Drawing on the perspective cultivated in the field of education and my experience as an editor, I provide practical information with an emphasis on both input and output, mainly in areas related to music and children. My hobbies include instruments, singing, handicrafts, toys, drawing, traditional games, the outdoors, and books. My special skill is spinning-top tricks.
20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.

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! Recommended dance songs for sports day (41–50)

sound ninjaFukuda Sho

“Oto Ninja” Dance Lecture [Sho Fukuda’s ~Wonderful World of Sound and Play~]

sound ninjaFukuda Sho

Let’s show off some ninja arts to the beat! Introducing Oto Ninja.

When you think of ninjas, many of you might picture them being skilled at hiding from enemies or making a quick escape.

This time, let’s transform into “Oto Ninja,” who perform ninja arts in time with sounds! If you listen closely, you can hear all kinds of sounds.

Move your body to match the sounds you hear, and you’ll also discover the joy of dancing.

Try expanding the conversation by asking, “What sound do you think this is?”

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Abracadabra spellchibi maruko-chan & baku chuu mondai

[Sports Day Dance with Choreography Guide] The Spell of Arara [Kindergarten, Nursery School, Recital, Kids’ Dance]

Abracadabra spellchibi maruko-chan & baku chuu mondai

An energetic song that people of all ages can enjoy, expressing everyday events and feelings with words that sound like a mysterious spell.

Its bright, light-hearted melody and fun lyrics are sure to lift your spirits.

With a catchy rhythm and memorable phrases, it’s a perfect track to get everyone excited at a school sports day.

Released in July 2004, this piece was used for about eight years as the ending theme of the popular anime Chibi Maruko-chan, becoming hugely popular among children.

The lyrics are by Momoko Sakura, and the music is by Mayo Okamoto.

It’s an ideal song for dancing at sports days and events—highly recommended for making up your own choreography and having fun.

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AdventureYOASOBI

YOASOBI "Adventure" Official Music Video

AdventureYOASOBI

Many children are probably eagerly counting down the days to their sports day.

The song I’d like to introduce is “Adventure.” It’s a track YOASOBI wrote based on stories from students who visited Universal Studios Japan, and to a buoyant melody it sings about the excitement of visiting the park and the special feeling of that day.

Try swapping the theme of the park with your sports day as you work on it.

If you listen on the day itself, you’ll relate even more.

And I hope you’ll express that joyful feeling to the fullest through dance.

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Gunjou by YOASOBI Dance / Kids Dance Channel / [Dance] Kindergarten, Daycare, Elementary School, Recital, Dance, Kids Dance Channel, [Dance ONE Project ’21] Sukkiri, Hauto-kun is a high school student

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This energetic track is sure to capture children’s hearts.

Created by YOASOBI, it vividly portrays the struggles and growth of youth, while its powerful rhythm and refreshing melody inspire kids to dance.

Released in September 2020, the song was used in a commercial for Bourbon’s Alfort Mini Chocolate.

In 2021, it was also chosen as the theme song for the “Dance ONE Project ’21,” becoming a well-loved anthem supporting high school dance teams.

With its dynamic beat and message full of hope, it’s perfect for encouraging children to enjoy self-expression.

Highly recommended as practice music for sports days and recitals, as well as for everyday dance time with your child.

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Kids dance lesson: We tried dancing to [Irotoridori] by the artist Yuzu! Instructor & choreographer: Nanako

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The song that really livens up a sports day where each child is the star is “Irotoridori.” It was released in 2013 by Yuzu, a folk duo known for their wide musical range from moving ballads to colorful pop.

The song was featured in the 2013 TV commercial for the “U-Can Correspondence Courses.” Packed with a refreshing message centered on “being yourself,” its catchy, pop arrangement makes it perfect for kids dancing with smiles.

Give this upbeat tune a listen—it’ll turn any kindergarten or nursery school into a stage.

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Helloyama × bocchiboromaru

yama × Bocchi Boromaru “Hello” MV (TV anime “Pokémon” opening theme)

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A heartwarming collaborative piece by yama and Bocchi Boromaru, brimming with positive energy as a rousing anthem.

It carries a message that awakens hope for the future and a spirit of adventure, with a simple yet powerful melody that resonates deeply.

The song is approachable for a wide audience and was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Pokémon starting in October 2023.

In December 2023, it was released on CD in two formats: a standard edition and a limited-time production edition.

As a positive track that makes you want to sing along with someone, it’s perfect for cheering at sports days and athletic festivals.

Raise your voices together with friends under the blue sky, and it will surely become a wonderful memory.

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B A Y M A XTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu

[High-quality audio and video] Big Brother Baymax Edition — Tokyo Disneyland The Happy Ride with Baymax (B-A-Y-M-A-X)

B A Y M A XTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu

This is an upbeat dance song used in the Baymax’s Happy Ride attraction at Tokyo Disneyland.

With the name “Baymax” sung to the rhythm, the song features a lively, friendly melody.

The choreography is very simple—just moving your arms up and down is enough to have fun—so anyone from kids to adults can join in easily.

Dancing in a group naturally brings out smiles and fills the venue with a cheerful atmosphere.

It’s also recommended as a crowd-pleaser for school sports days and community events.

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