Games to Play on Children’s Day: A Collection of Family-Friendly Ideas

Hand Play Song: “The Carp Streamer Swallowed It”

[Hand Play Song] The Carp Streamer Sucked It In ♪ A Hand Play Song That Encourages Speech

Let’s have fun on Children’s Day with the fingerplay song “The Carp Streamer Sucked It In.” This song isn’t just for hand motions—you can turn it into a quiz, too.

In the song, the carp streamer sucks in various things—sometimes a lion, sometimes a cat.

Each time it sucks something in, its voice changes, so listen carefully and guess what it swallowed! You can also customize what it sucks in, so why not switch it to things the kids love and enjoy it even more?

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Do-Re-Mi Song Game

[Viral] The Do-Re-Mi Song game is freaking hilarious lol

We’re going to sing the famous “Do-Re-Mi” song, but after each person sings one phrase, the singer will randomly call out which note the next person has to sing.

For example, if the first person sings the “Do” phrase and then calls “Mi,” the next person must sing the “Mi” phrase with the correct pitch.

If someone gets the lyrics wrong or goes off pitch, they’re out.

It’s a game that tests your ear and always gets everyone excited, even when mistakes happen!

Speaking of 〇〇, games

Speaking of 〇〇, it’s got to be games: [Party games recommended for after-parties and year-end gatherings]

Kids and digital devices—like games and smartphones—are practically inseparable these days.

But at least on Children’s Day, it would be nice to have a no-media day and play together with lots of lively chatter.

So let’s try a “When you think of 〇〇, you think of…” game.

Form teams of 5 or 6 and play a team-vs-team match.

For example, given the prompt “When you think of foods adults like, what comes to mind?”, everyone on the team answers at the same time.

If all the answers match, your team wins.

Even with simple prompts, it’s surprisingly hard to match answers, so it’s sure to get everyone excited.

It’s a game that adults can enjoy at welcome parties, cherry-blossom viewings, and other gatherings.

A recommended recreation that brings generations together!

5 Board Games Where Rolling the Dice Is the Most Fun

Top 5 Board Games Where Rolling the Dice Is the Most Fun!! [Dice]

Since you can have fun just by rolling dice, why not try a game that groups of all ages—from kids to adults—can enjoy? In the video, games like Sengoku Jidai, where you assault castles, and Camel Up, where you bet on a camel race, are introduced.

Others include Dice Forge, where you collect fragments of the sun and moon; Space Base, where you acquire a variety of starships; and Stone Age, great for those who want a longer play session.

Try choosing based on difficulty level and your interests.

A quick-reaction game that’s fun for both kids and adults

[Hand Game Fun for Elementary Kids] Quick Reaction Game

Choose one representative from the participants, and have everyone else close their eyes.

The representative will instruct, “Raise your hand when you hear a cat’s meow,” so those with their eyes closed should raise their hand immediately when they hear the cat sound.

If animal sounds are difficult, using instrument sounds or saying a specific word is fine too.

It’s a simple game, but you can make it more challenging and exciting by adding feints, like using a dog’s bark instead of a cat’s meow.

Relying solely on sound with your vision blocked is surprisingly difficult, so it seems like a good brain-training activity.

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Outdoor activities: fun games everyone can play together!

Games everyone can play: kids recreation (icebreakers / Myoko Adventure Summer Camp)

This is a game called “Catch.” Choose one person to be the leader, and have the other participants form a circle.

Hold out your right hand with the palm facing up toward the person on your right, and place your left index finger on the palm of the person to your left.

When the leader says “Catch,” quickly close your right hand, and with your left hand, try to pull your index finger away so it doesn’t get caught.

The leader should vary the timing by stretching out “Ca, ca, caaaatch…” or throw in feints by saying something like “Cat!” instead.

It’s a simple game that helps break the ice and get everyone excited, even with people you’re meeting for the first time.

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A rhythm game that toddlers can enjoy

No prep needed! 7 rhythm games you can do at daycare♪

Moving your body to songs and rhythms can really lift your spirits, right? It introduces games that are fun even with large groups, like “Kaminari-don,” “Yakiimo Goo Choki Paa,” “Anpan Shokupan,” and “The Greengrocer’s Shop.” The rhythm game “The Greengrocer’s Shop” is a unique activity that fosters memory, concentration, and the ability to recall familiar items based on a theme.

How about trying it at events with preschoolers? It’s full of fun ideas that people of all ages can enjoy.