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Anpanman Songs: List of Theme Songs, Insert Songs, and Character Songs

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Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
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Deputy Editor of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. I’m Sasashina, a mom currently raising an elementary schooler and a preschooler. During my student years at Kyoto College of Science and Technology, I studied a wide range of fields including sound, lighting, and video technology, building a foundation in comprehensive stage production and creative expression. After graduation, I joined a music production company, where I still work, consistently building experience in production and engaging in a variety of music-centered tasks. Currently, I mainly handle articles for children, drawing on what I’ve learned about parenting and what I feel and discover through daily interactions with my kids. I hope my work can be of help to you, even in a small way!

A huge hit with kids! We’re introducing songs from Anpanman.

Since its debut in 1973, Anpanman has been an immensely popular national character.

The original is a picture book, but it’s also beloved in anime and movies, and there are many toys, snacks, and juices featuring Anpanman and other characters on the packaging.

There are surely many children who insist, “It has to be Anpanman!” In this article, we’ve gathered popular Anpanman songs, including the theme song and character songs.

If you’re looking for Anpanman songs, be sure to find your favorite one!

Anpanman's Songs: List of Theme Songs, Insert Songs, and Character Songs (71–80)

living beingsDreaming

living beings

Living Things Dreaming

This song, also included on the commemorative album celebrating the 30th anniversary of Dreaming—the duo that has continued to sing many Anpanman songs—stands out as a grand, large-scale piece.

Having sung the songs of Takashi Yanase’s Anpanman world for many years and nurtured children’s sensibilities through their music, they deliver a work that is both approachable for those who grew up listening to their voices across generations and one that prompts reflection on the preciousness of life.

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Rainbow YarnDreaming

Rainbow Yarn

Rainbow Keito Dreaming

This is another one of the Anpanman Christmas songs, and its dreamy, enchanting vibe makes it irresistibly appealing.

As expected, the jingle of bells heightens the Christmas mood, and the lyrics are a wish to Santa.

If you listen closely, the bass is quite groovy, making it a Christmas number with plenty of musical highlights.

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We are heroesAnpanman (Keiko Toda), Shokupanman (Sumi Shimamoto), Currypanman (Michiyo Yanagisawa)

We are heroes

We are the heroes: Anpanman (Keiko Toda), Shokupanman (Sumi Shimamoto), and Currypanman (Michiyo Yanagisawa).

Watch “We Are Heroes – Anpanman (Keiko Toda), Shokupanman (Sumi Shimamoto), Currypanman (Michiyo Yanagisawa)” on YouTube

With the heartfelt music and the deep friendship of Anpanman and his bread companions, this grand and valiant song showcases the strong bond of Anpanman’s three heroes—Anpanman, Shokupanman, and Currypanman.

The choreography is fun too, making it a theme song you can enjoy dancing along to.

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Horaman Honehone RockHoraman (Masato Shimon)

Hone Hone Rock (full)

Horror Man Hone Hone Rock Horror Man (Masato Shimon)

It’s the rock ‘n’ roll number Hone Hone Rock, with guitar tones and drum beats that evoke the most rock ‘n’ roll and craziest character in Anpanman history, Horrorman.

The song is sung by Masato Shimon of Oyoge! Taiyaki-kun fame, and it’s a seriously rock ‘n’ roll, spooky, and catchy tune—a groovy, bone-rattling classic.

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Go! Anpanman-goAnpanman and Friends

Go! Anpanman-go

Go! Anpanman-go — Anpanman and Friends

“Susume! Anpanman-gou” is the song about the Anpanman-go, the vehicle that Jam Uncle and the others use to deliver a replacement face when Anpanman becomes weakened.

It sings about the powerful Anpanman-go, which is equipped with many weapons.

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Let's start with helloDreaming

Let's start with hello

Let's start dreaming from hello

Dreaming’s energetic song, “Let’s Start with Hello.” What makes this track wonderful is its lyrics that embody Dreaming’s signature spirit of having fun together and feeling part of a big circle of friends.

I hope people listen to it a lot and learn how great and refreshing greetings can be! It’s a song I want you to enjoy with lots of friends.

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In conclusion

Not only the theme song, but also the familiar tunes used for exercises and dances, as well as songs for characters that gained attention in the movies—there were so many unique pieces.

Anpanman captivates many people, especially children, not just with its artwork, animation, and stories, but through its music as well.

Let’s keep an ear out for the charming sounds that will continue to play in the anime and films!