Songs we want children to listen to! Recommended Christmas songs and nursery rhymes
Christmas songs everyone—from kids to adults—will want to hum along to.
From nursery rhymes to pop, there are so many wonderful tunes that color the season.
Still, we often end up with the same songs every year, and we hear people say they want to sing with more fun and discover new songs.
So here, we’ll introduce a variety of heartwarming Christmas songs that kids and adults alike can enjoy together during the holiday season.
Sing along with the children and make delightful Christmas memories!
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Songs we want kids to hear! Recommended Christmas songs and nursery rhymes (11–20)
I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa ClausSakkyoku: Tomī Kōnā
This is the Christmas song “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus,” written and composed by Tommy Connor.
Just from the title, it sounds shocking, doesn’t it? But the song is actually about how Santa was really Dad.
Since the lyrics can be a bit tough on children who still believe in Santa, I recommend having your kids listen to it when they’re older, as an opportunity to share the kindness and love behind their parents’ actions.
Still, children are clever—maybe they’ve noticed and are just keeping quiet…?
Happy Lucky ChristmasSakkyoku: Harazaki Tadao
This song, where Shimajiro and his friends sing and dance, is perfect for children’s Christmas parties! Written and composed by Tadao Harasaki, it includes call-and-response shouts and even a bit of number play, making it fun and a little educational, too.
Share your happy Christmas feelings not just with yourself, but with your family and friends around you, and let’s all enjoy a joyful Christmas together.
It’s a Christmas song filled with that kind, caring spirit.
The piece is included on albums related to Shimajiro as well as piano solo albums.
It’s an ideal choice for Christmas events at nursery schools and kindergartens!
Christmas is coming soon.sakushi sakkyoku: Mine Masanobu
This song brims with the joy of Christmas, making children’s hearts flutter with excitement.
Overflowing with Masanobu Mine’s warm sensibility, it’s a beloved hand-play song as well.
The lyrics portray decorating the Christmas tree, conveying the eager anticipation children feel as they await the holiday’s arrival.
Sing it at a family Christmas party or at a nursery or kindergarten Christmas event, and it’s sure to become a wonderful memory! Be sure to add the hand motions and give it a try.
The Bells of ChristmasSakushi sakkyoku: Shinzawa Toshihiko
As the sound of Christmas bells rings out, a joyful atmosphere that excites children’s hearts comes through.
This song, which reflects Toshihiko Shinzawa’s warm style, is included on the album “Taisetsu na Takaramono,” released in August 2003.
With a melody and rhythm that are naturally easy for children to sing, the lyrics convey the fun of Christmas and heighten the anticipation of Santa’s visit and receiving presents.
It’s a perfect piece for background music at a Christmas party or for a performance at a Christmas gathering.
Christmas for TwoSakushi: Higurashi Shinzō / Sakkyoku: Shibuya Takeshi
A heartwarming song sprinkled with the magic of Christmas.
On a quiet night, it gently paints the children’s sense of anticipation and excitement.
Created by the duo of jazz pianist Takeshi Shibuya and lyricist Shinzo Higurashi, the piece was also performed on “Okaasan to Issho.” With its warm melody and soothing lyrics, it conveys the pure feelings of children waiting for Santa Claus.
Listen to it with your family on Christmas Eve, and it will surely become a wonderful memory.
A gem of a Christmas song that everyone—from children to adults—can enjoy.
Yay! Santa is comingsakushi sakkyoku: nakagawa hirotaka
A great song to build excitement on Christmas Eve is “Yatta! Santa ga Yatte Kuru” (“Hooray! Santa Is Coming”).
As the title suggests, it’s a song that captures the anticipation of Santa’s arrival.
The lyrics and music are by Hirotaka Nakagawa, who is also active as a picture book writer.
There’s a part in the lyrics that sings about where Santa will come, and it can be fun to tweak that section and insert the names of your own home, nursery, or other places.
There are also several spots for call-and-response interjections, making it a great choice for group singing.
Songs we want kids to listen to! Recommended Christmas songs and nursery rhymes (21–30)
The customer is Santa ClausSakkyoku: Hanaoka Yūhei
The Christmas song “Our Guest Is Santa Claus,” which was sung on NHK’s Okaasan to Issho, depicts children eagerly awaiting Santa.
They’re excited about their presents, but they don’t forget to thank Santa for bringing them—they’ve even prepared a song! Even if you’re not Santa, the children’s warm hearts are enough to make you smile.