[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)
Tattayuzu
It’s a truly wonderful, uplifting positive song that blows away anxiety and worries.
It’s a track by Yuzu, the musical duo behind many classics like “Natsuiro” and “Eikou no Kakehashi,” released digitally in 2017.
The song was written as a theme for the variety show “Mecha-Mecha Iketeru!” Thanks to its light rhythm and melody, the message in the lyrics seems to slip right into your heart.
It’ll put you in such a good mood that you might throw the ball a little too far—so be careful!
[Dancing Tamaire] Fun Songs for Tamaire Recommended for Sports Day (51–60)
William Tell OvertureJoakīno Rossīni
This piece, whose opening trumpet fanfare resounds perfectly for kicking off a ball-toss game, is the well-known William Tell Overture.
It’s the overture to an opera composed by Gioachino Rossini, and since it was written in 1829, it’s been around for quite a long time.
With its brisk tempo, this number truly boosts motivation at a school sports day.
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!
CharacterRyokushokushakai
Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s “Character” has such a bright, upbeat melody that you might just forget about the ball toss and keep dancing.
It’s included on their 2022 album “Actor.” The lyrics say that everyone is born with their own unique traits, so each person should freely walk their own path.
Even without complex choreography, it’s great to dance however you feel, just like the lyrics suggest! Who knows—those individual styles might shine through mid–ball toss and turn it into a signature event!
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!
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!
Telephoto MarchBUMP OF CHICKEN
BUMP OF CHICKEN’s “Bouen no March” has been used in a video game commercial, so I think many people have heard it.
Its sense of speed and lyrics that express a bit of dissatisfaction with the present will likely resonate with younger listeners.
Of course it fits a sports festival, and since it’s a game commercial song, it would suit a school field day too.
I think it would really sharpen up the beanbag toss event.