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[Lullabies] Gentle songs to help babies sleep — soothing lullabies for your little one
A collection of lullabies to gently lull your baby to sleep, perfect for playing from the newborn stage.
We’ve gathered a rich selection: famous Japanese lullabies, nursery songs that make ideal lullabies, classical music, lullabies from baby-oriented TV programs, and lullabies used as insert songs in anime.
Please make use of this when you’re having trouble getting your baby to fall asleep.
These are all gentle songs, so they’ll soothe your baby—and the mom or dad singing along too—and before you know it, you might all drift off to sleep together.
[Lullaby] A gentle lullaby you’ll want your baby to hear. Soothing songs for sleep (1–10)
Good childMiyazaki no Komoriuta
This song was one of three selected in a lullaby competition held by the Board of Education in the first year of the Heisei era.
The grand prize went to “Nen-ne no Kaze,” and this song received the Excellence Award.
It’s wonderful that lullabies to be passed down can be newly created through such initiatives.
On days when children aren’t on their best behavior, parents are exhausted and have a hard time, so I think many people with parenting experience will relate to these lyrics.
In Miyazaki City, I hear that when you file a birth registration, you can receive a CD that includes this song.
Peek-a-boo!NEW!
This is the song that opens a hugely popular TV show that never fails to capture children’s hearts.
Featuring a bright callout of the show’s name and a friendly, catchy melody, it has the power to turn an anxious baby’s feelings into smiles.
Widely known as the theme song for NHK Educational TV’s program for infants and toddlers, “Inai Inai Baa!”, it’s also included as the first track on the album “NHK Inai Inai Baa! Pikapikabu!” released in March 2020.
The lively vocals by Haruki Kuramochi, Cho, and Kurumi Mamiya are perfect even for a calm moment before bedtime.
If you’re a mom or dad struggling with putting your little one to sleep, be sure to give this song a try.
BedtimeNEW!
This is a roughly 20-minute video released around February 2026 by “Chiisana Uta,” a channel that posts children’s songs and sleep BGM.
It’s a piece that gently guides a child’s awareness from playtime into a calm nighttime mood.
As you listen to the rounded, gentle tones and unhurried tempo, children will naturally let their eyelids close.
While there’s no official tie-in with any anime, it has a familiar feel that evokes beloved characters children adore, making it very helpful for daily bedtime routines.
The track is low-stimulus and soothingly structured, so it’s recommended for families who want to relax before naps or nighttime sleep.
If you play it every day, it might help your baby develop a comforting sleep habit.
Shimajiro Good Night SongNEW!
This is a lifestyle-habit song that gently guides children’s attention into the calm atmosphere of night and naturally supports the transition from playtime to sleep.
Its gentle tempo and soft melody provide a sense of security for your child.
It helps dial down excitement so parents and children can wind down together at the end of the day.
It’s part of a video work released in 2022 as lifestyle-habit content on the official channel featuring Shimajiro.
Rather than a TV program opening, it’s loved alongside visuals that support everyday routines.
It’s perfect for children who find it hard to switch gears before bed and for caregivers struggling with bedtime.
With an invitation from a familiar character, your child will naturally close their eyes.
Make it part of your nightly routine.
LullabyNEW!
This work, released in August 2025 as a bedtime video for infants and toddlers, fits perfectly into the calm hours of the night.
Its gentle melody and soothing rhythm quietly guide your child’s awareness into the world of dreams.
While it isn’t an explicit tie-in song for a TV anime or film, the comforting presence of Anpanman—a character beloved by everyone—offers reassurance, making it ideal for a nightly sleep routine.
With its quiet accompaniment and unhurried flow of time, this piece is also perfect for winding down after a busy day.
If you’re struggling with bedtime, try listening to it together with your child in bed at least once.
My LullabyNEW!
“My Lullaby,” which says goodnight to a baby’s eyes and mouth after a day full of play.
Also sung on NHK TV’s “Okaasan to Issho,” this piece has a gentle melody that alone can ease you into a tender sleep.
It’s included on albums such as the one released in October 2005, “NHK Okaasan to Issho Latest Best: ‘Oshiri Furifuri,’” and Yuzo Imai’s warm, embracing vocals leave a lasting impression.
The lyrics, which depict the feeling of drifting to sleep from a child’s own perspective, quietly bring parents and children closer together.
If you hum it every bedtime, it may help you forget the bustle of daily life and enjoy a calm, unhurried evening.
Be sure to sing it softly by your child’s side, as if speaking gently to them.
Anpanman Train★NEW!
This is a song from a video released in September 2025 on the YouTube channel NikoNiko Kids.
While it has no official tie-in, it combines two motifs beloved by children: Anpanman and trains.
It features a bright, friendly melody and a brisk rhythm, with train movements and sound effects that captivate children through both sight and sound.
It’s perfect for a calm playtime before bed, or for parents and kids to enjoy during the day while pretending to ride a train.
With easy-to-remember phrases repeated throughout, it’s a work I’d especially recommend to caregivers who want to spend peaceful time at home, gently swaying along with their babies.