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Unforgettable Classics: Theme and Insert Songs from Doraemon Through the Ages

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Introducing the theme songs of Doraemon, Japan’s beloved national TV anime.

Doraemon is the longest-running program among TV Asahi’s anime, and many adults today likely grew up watching it.

With his cute, round silhouette and his constant willingness to help Nobita, Doraemon is a true fan favorite.

As for the question, “What’s the Doraemon theme song?” the answer may differ by generation—but chances are, the songs you’re thinking of are mostly included here.

This time, we’re also covering the theme songs from the films.

Be sure to listen while reminiscing about your childhood.

[Generations] Unforgettable Masterpieces Among Doraemon’s Theme and Insert Songs (31–40)

Because you are hereMitsuko Horie and Korogi ’73

Because You’re Here - Mitsuko Horie, Korogi ’73 [Doraemon: Nobita’s Parallel Journey to the West Theme Song] [Doraemon 50th Anniversary]

Because You're Here by Mitsuko Horie and Korogi '73

This is a song whose luxurious harmony—woven from Mitsuko Horie’s clear vocals and the rich chorus of Koorogi ’73—resonates deeply in the heart.

It carries a warm yet powerful message: we can move toward the future because we have friends by our side.

The song was used as the ending theme for the film Doraemon: Nobita’s Parallel Journey to the West, released in March 1988.

It capped off the film’s grand adventure and likely deepened the emotional impact.

With lyrics penned by Tetsuya Takeda, it has remained beloved across generations, even ranking third in a lyrics popularity poll.

Listen to it when you’re taking on a challenge or feeling the importance of friendship—it’s sure to fill you with courage.

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In the pocketNobuyo Ōyama / Young Fresh

In My Pocket / Nobuyo Oyama, Young Fresh Cover

In my pocket: Nobuyo Ōyama / Young Fresh

This is the song used as the ending theme for the film Doraemon: Nobita’s Dinosaur.

It is sung by Doraemon’s voice actor, Nobuyo Oyama, together with the chorus group Young Fresh.

Since the movie was remade and released in 2006, this song can be considered a Doraemon classic loved by people of a wide range of ages.

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A smile is a secret gadgetChiaki

Smile is a Secret Gadget – Chiaki

Smile is a secret gadget, Chiaki.

An insert song from the 2013 film Doraemon: Nobita’s Secret Gadget Museum.

The track is sung by Chiaki, the talent who voices Doraemon’s younger sister, Dorami.

It’s used in the trailer as well, in the scene where a steam locomotive runs through space.

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Let's hugRimi Natsukawa

Let's hug!

I’ll give you a hug, Rimi Natsukawa.

This song is a lovely pop tune that puts you in a calm, pleasant mood.

It’s also really uplifting, so even if you listen to it now, it encourages you to stop feeling down and be positive.

I feel like children who hear this song will gain energy and strength from it.

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I am mysteriousKumiko Osugi

I’m Mysterious by Kumiko Ōsugi [Doraemon: Nobita and the Steel Troops Theme Song] [Doraemon 50th Anniversary]

I am Kumiko Osugi of Wonder (Fushigi).

This song, whose bittersweet yet warm melody resonates in the heart as if painting the sunset before your eyes, is the ending theme of the 1986 film Doraemon: Nobita and the Steel Troops.

For many listeners, it surely brings back memories of the film’s moving climax.

The lyrics by Tetsuya Takeda portray the protagonist’s emotional growth and delicate, shifting feelings, beautifully expressed through Kumiko Osugi’s clear, translucent voice.

This classic was released in February 1986, ahead of the film’s premiere, and has since become a staple featured on albums such as The Complete Collection of Songs from the Doraemon Movies.

It’s the perfect track for savoring the lingering resonance of the story while reminiscing about childhood.

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All-Time Doraemon Theme and Insert Songs: Unforgettable Classics (41–50)

Sway the heartMakoto Iwabuchi

Kokoro o Yurashite by Makoto Iwabuchi [Doraemon: Nobita’s Spaceblazer Theme Song] [Doraemon 50th Anniversary]

Makoto Iwabuchi, Stirring the Heart

It’s the insert song that colored the moving farewell scene in the film Doraemon: Nobita’s Spaceblazer.

Makoto Iwabuchi’s soft, mellow vocals perfectly match the bittersweet mood of the story and really resonate, don’t they? The song seems to carry a message of quietly looking into your heart and setting out to find what you’ve lost and hold dear.

It reminds us of the importance of invisible treasures like friendship and warm memories.

Released as a single in March 1981, it also comes with a heartwarming anecdote that the composition was created by a parent-child duo.

It’s a masterpiece that gently helps you regain the pure feelings you’d almost forgotten as an adult.

Give it a listen when you want to reminisce about your childhood or think of someone special.

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The sea is with us.Makoto Iwabuchi

The Sea Is Us by Makoto Iwabuchi [Doraemon: Nobita and the Castle of the Undersea Devil Theme Song] [Doraemon 50th Anniversary]

The Sea Is Us and Makoto Iwabuchi

Makoto Iwabuchi’s expansive, gentle singing voice seems to wrap around the heart like a calm sea itself.

This song was used as the ending theme for the film Doraemon: Nobita and the Castle of the Undersea Devil, released in March 1983.

Its lyrics, which stay close to Nobita and his friends after their adventure and portray the sea as a nurturing, motherly presence, leave listeners with a warm feeling.

The rhythmic sound of the words, reminiscent of ocean waves, is also striking.

This work is the third consecutive Doraemon movie theme sung by Iwabuchi, and the single was released in April of the same year following the film’s premiere.

Give it a listen when you want to linger in the afterglow of the epic story.

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