[Dancing Tamaire] A fun song for the beanbag-toss game, perfect for sports day
The background music is what really amps up the classic sports day event, tamaire (ball toss)!Recently, “Dancing Tamaire” has become popular, making music even more important.So here, we’ll introduce fun songs that are perfect for tamaire.From timeless standards to hype J-pop tracks, we’ve gathered lots of songs that kids and adults can dance to.They’re great for other events besides tamaire, too!Use these songs for your sports day to create a fun atmosphere.It’s also a great idea to come up with choreography together with the kids.
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Dancing Tamaire: Fun Songs for Beanbag Toss at Sports Day (41–50)
chantAdo
Set to an exotic beat, this song showcases Ado’s powerful vocals ringing out.
Released digitally in September 2023 as part of a collaboration with USJ’s Halloween event, it became a major sensation, topping the Billboard JAPAN Streaming Songs chart for seven consecutive weeks.
The lyrics, which emphasize the importance of living true to yourself, deliver a message that resonates with children.
Its driving, fast-paced sound is perfect for energizing a beanbag toss competition.
Highly recommended if you’re looking for a fun song to dance to at a school sports day.
[Dancing Tamaire] Fun Songs for Tamaire Recommended for Sports Day (51–60)
New Treasure IslandSakanakushon
Shin Takarajima by Sakanaction was produced as the theme song for the film Bakuman.
In 2019, it was also used as the theme song for Nippon TV’s Golden Manabi Week.
Since sports days are attended by people of all ages, popular J-pop that everyone has heard at least once provides a sense of comfort.
The song also has a dance music side to it, so it seems perfect for a dancing tamaire (ball-toss) event!
KICK&SLIDESandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu
If you want to hype up a cool and fun tamaire (ball-toss) dance, go with “KICK & SLIDE” by Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE.
Included as a B-side to the 2021 single “JSB IN BLACK,” this track was chosen as the theme song for the anime “KICK & SLIDE,” which aired within the children’s variety show “Oha Suta.” For kids who watch the show, it’s likely a familiar song—and dance! There’s also a simplified version of the choreography produced by member Naoki Kobayashi, so be sure to check it out for reference!
I want to make you say you love me.IZ*ONE
This song by IZ*ONE, a joint South Korea–Japan global girl group released in 2019, hasn’t yet become a staple for tamaire (ball-toss) games, but its upbeat tempo and rhythmic beat curiously suit the activity very well.
For today’s younger kids, it might be an underrated gem that, rather than rushing them, actually helps them stay calm while playing.
A Trumpeter’s HolidayRuroi Andāson
Bugler’s Holiday is one of the classic tunes for school sports days! Composed in 1954 by American composer Leroy Anderson at the request of the Boston Pops Orchestra conducted by Arthur Fiedler, it features intricate trumpet passages and a lively drive.
Put it on during competitions and it’s sure to get everyone fired up!
Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts
A track by Creepy Nuts known for its daring lyrics and rhythmic sound.
It’s a song that celebrates the importance of shining as your true self and gives listeners a push forward.
Released in January 2024, the track was chosen as the opening theme for the anime “MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES” and became a massive hit in Japan and abroad! It’s going viral on TikTok, and even reached No.
8 on the Billboard Global 200 for the week.
Doesn’t a dancing tamaire (ball-toss game) that incorporates the song’s unique choreography sound fun? Be sure to get everyone together and have a great time!
Carmen PreludeJoruju Bize
This is the prelude from Act 1 of Bizet’s opera Carmen.
When people think of Carmen, this piece is so famous it’s often the first that comes to mind.
It’s a classic tune frequently used at school sports days for exciting events like relays and ball-toss games.
Many people feel fired up as soon as it starts playing.
If you’re looking for classical background music, I highly recommend this piece.