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Sing and dance along to popular songs! Recommended hits from kids’ TV shows.

10 years as a kindergarten teacher / elementary school teacher / junior and senior high school teacher / childminderkepiko
Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music, Faculty of Music (now: Department of Music Culture and Education, Early Childhood Music Education major). In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a game researcher. After graduating from university, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 10 years and as an after-school childcare instructor for 7 years, then took a position as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I engaged in activities that introduced Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational activities, working with many children. Later, through freelance writing, planning, and editing at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and sharing. Drawing on the perspective cultivated in the field of education and my experience as an editor, I provide practical information with an emphasis on both input and output, mainly in areas related to music and children. My hobbies include instruments, singing, handicrafts, toys, drawing, traditional games, the outdoors, and books. My special skill is spinning-top tricks.
9 years of experience as a nursery school teacherShibata Risa
I am an active nursery school teacher with 9 years of experience. After graduating from university, I worked at a daycare center. The time I spent happily with children—playing piano, singing songs, and doing finger-play—are priceless memories to me. Currently, while raising three children of my own, I work at an after-school day service, engaging with children and providing individualized developmental support. Drawing on my diverse experiences as a childcare worker and as a mother, I hope to express and convey my thoughts through writing.

Songs from children’s shows are some of the best entertainment to enjoy with kids!

Here, we’ll introduce popular songs from kids’ programs.

From timeless classics to new hits, you’ll find lots of beloved characters and colorful animations that children adore.

Try dancing along and copying the choreography.

It’s also fun to create your own original dance.

Find your favorite songs and enjoy a wonderful world of music together with the kids!

Sing and dance along to popular songs! Recommended hits from children's shows (111–120)

Smile (Hana Kappa)Kamisiraishi Moka

[Main Story] Hanakappa 🌻🌸 Let’s dance “S-M-I-L-E” together!

Smile (Hana Kappa)Kamisiraishi Moka

The song “Su-Ma-I-Ru,” used as the opening theme for NHK’s children’s anime Nankappa, is by Moka Kamishiraishi, an actress who is also active as a singer.

Her older sister is Mone Kamishiraishi, and the two of them both pursue artistic careers.

“Su-Ma-I-Ru” is Moka Kamishiraishi’s CD debut song.

As the title suggests, it’s a cheerful number that makes you want to smile and hop around.

With a tempo perfect for dances at sports festivals and school performances, its lively, exuberant movements fit the music perfectly.

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Anpanman ExerciseSakkyoku: Makaino Kōji / Henkyoku: Kondō Hiroaki

Anpanman Taiso (TV Size ver.) [Official Ending Theme]

Anpanman ExerciseSakkyoku: Makaino Kōji / Henkyoku: Kondō Hiroaki

The lyrics written by Takashi Yanase carry deep messages—about the courage to face difficulties and the preciousness of bonds with loved ones.

Thanks to these powerful themes, the song has continued to be loved by a wide range of generations, from children to adults.

It was released by CHA-CHA in July 1991, followed by Dreaming’s version in March 1993.

The song has been used as the ending theme for the TV anime since 1991, and since April 2011 it has been broadcast with animation featuring new characters.

It’s a perfect track for when you want to get moving or enjoy time together with someone.

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Banana Parent and ChildSakata Osamu

Kids Song | Banana Family 3D | Nursery Rhyme | Children's Song | Red Cat Reading

Banana Parent and ChildSakata Osamu

Lyrics and melodies that make children’s hearts skip a beat.

This song is an adorable piece depicting a banana parent and child living on a southern island.

The swaying bananas in the breeze are expressed through rhythmic lyrics.

Carried by Osamu Sakata’s gentle voice, the introduction of Papa Banana, Mama Banana, and Little Banana makes you want to hum along.

Broadcast on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho,” it’s a hugely popular song among children.

Sing and dance together as a family, and you’re sure to have a wonderful time!

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Playful Love Ai AiHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya

[Together with Mother] Playful Love Ai-Ai ♪ | Tsukiuta | covered by UtaSta | video by UtaSta | Makes babies stop crying | Songs that make babies happy | Nursery rhymes | Children's songs

Playful Love Ai AiHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya

Let me introduce a warm, cat-themed song featured on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho.” Sung by Yuichiro Hanada and Maya Nagata, this piece charms with its bright, cheerful melody that depicts cats playfully frolicking together.

Since February 2025, it has been broadcast as the show’s “Song of the Month,” with the brother-and-sister singing duo transforming into cats and performing rhythmic choreography on the program.

Filled with the feelings of Hanada, a devoted cat lover who lives with five cats, this song is perfect for moving your body to the music together with your child!

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I want to ride a vehicle.Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya

I Want to Ride a Vehicle♪ With Mother | With Lyrics [Babies Delighted, Stop Crying, Laughing Dance, Song, Japanese Children’s Songs] Educational/Developmental for Infants and Toddlers covered by UtaSuta

I want to ride a vehicle.Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya

A lively, vehicle-themed song has arrived! Sung by Yuichiro Hanada and Tamaa Nagata, this fun melody features 20 uniquely charming vehicles making their appearances one after another.

Its up-tempo, rhythmic style layered with light, friendly vocals makes it an irresistibly catchy track that will have you swaying along.

The broadcast began in November 2024, and the song is also included in the songbook “Takaromono” as of April 2025.

It’s a piece that children who love vehicles will adore—and parents can enjoy together with them.

Open your imaginations with your child and take flight into the world of all kinds of vehicles!

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