I Want to Sing at the Kindergarten Seniors’ Recital! A Collection of Moving Song Ideas That 6-Year-Olds Can Sing with All Their Heart

Friend ~Time of Departure~Sakushi Sakkyoku: Kitagawa Yūjin

A classic song sung at daycare: “Tomo ~Time of Departure~” [Graduation song / Preschool graduation song / Daycare music activity]

When you want to express your gratitude to teachers during graduation season, Yuzu’s “Friend: The Time of Departure” is a perfect choice.

Released in September 2013 as their 38th single, it was also selected as the required piece for the middle school division of that year’s NHK National School Music Competition.

It has been repeatedly broadcast on NHK’s “Minna no Uta” and is beloved by people of all ages.

Its warm melody carries a message that even when we are apart, we can support each other as long as we keep one another in our hearts.

The bond with the teachers who have watched over the children will continue even after graduation.

Why not let the children convey that feeling through their singing? It will surely create a wonderful moment that touches the teachers’ hearts.

The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP

The One and Only Flower in the World — a moving song! Let’s all sing and dance together!

A warm message that says each person carries a different seed and should let their own unique flower bloom gently encourages children who are about to spread their wings and enter elementary school—this is “The One and Only Flower in the World.” It’s incredibly famous as one of SMAP’s signature songs, but in fact it was originally included on their 2002 album “SMAP 015/Drink! Smap!” It drew attention as the theme song for the drama “Boku no Ikiru Michi” starring Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and was later released as a single in March 2003.

The friendly, approachable melody by Noriyuki Makihara suits the voices of senior kindergarteners very well.

Nurturing a spirit of valuing one’s individuality, this piece is also perfect for choral performances incorporating sign language.

It will surely become a moving stage that conveys gratitude to parents and the joy of growth.

Because I was able to meet youImai Yūzō, Haida Shōko

@user15821878215964Original song – Hikaru Tamura – Hikaru Tamura

It’s a moving song, perfect for graduation season, that expresses gratitude for irreplaceable encounters.

Yuzo Imai and Shoko Haida, beloved performers from NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho,” handled the vocals.

Broadcast in March 2008 as the “Song of the Month,” it marked their graduation from the show and was included on albums such as “NHK Okaasan to Issho Song Collection ~ Yume no Kakera.” Written and composed by Osamu Sakata, the song delivers a heartfelt message: meeting you made me stronger.

When children sing it at their graduation ceremony, it will deeply resonate with parents and teachers who have watched them grow.

Consider including it in moments that celebrate the bonds with dear friends.

Until the world becomes oneNEUTRINO

Until the world becomes one Song: NEUTRINO (with lyrics)

A heartwarming cover song by NEUTRINO, a developer of singing voice synthesis technology.

Centered on themes of peace, friendship, and the importance of supporting one another, it expresses the hope of joining hands and moving toward the future, carried by a gentle melody.

The original song was included on the single “Yūki 100% / Sekai ga Hitotsu ni Naru Made,” released in May 2002, and has long been beloved as the ending theme of the anime Nintama Rantarō.

It’s a classic cherished across generations, even featured in school textbooks.

The AI’s precise and clear vocals also serve as an excellent guide for children learning the melody.

Why not consider adopting it as a choral piece to express gratitude to parents at a preschool graduation ceremony, a special song for teachers and children to sing together?

Soon to be a fine first gradericchī・naru

♪Soon to be a splendid first-grader — selfish, mischievous, and loving to joke around〜♪ [Preschool Graduation Song / Graduation Song]

This work is a cover by a popular duo of a classic song written and composed by Toshihiko Shinzawa that portrays rambunctious children just as they are.

While looking back on preschool days—like playing pranks that flustered the teacher or getting into squabbles with friends—it expresses a proud determination to take the next step.

It was included on the February 2023 album “Bonbon Academy: Best Graduation and School Entrance Songs.” The vocals are by Icchi & Naru, who are active with anime theme songs and choreography and have surpassed 2 billion total views on YouTube, making it easy to enjoy the dance moves with children while watching the video.

It’s perfect for classes that want to avoid an overly somber mood and greet graduation with smiles, or for brightening up the opening of the ceremony.