Unforgettable Classics: Theme and Insert Songs from Doraemon Through the Ages
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.
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All-Time Doraemon Theme and Insert Songs: Unforgettable Classics (41–50)
Dance, Which, Dora—Doraemon OndoMizuta Wasabi
Sung by Wasabi Mizuta, who voices the main character, this lively track features a cheerful, festival-style ondo rhythm reminiscent of Japanese summer matsuri and catchy call-and-response chants everyone can enjoy.
The lyrics humorously depict scenes like dancing on short legs while chasing dreams and a round head spinning at full throttle, vividly evoking Doraemon’s lovable character.
Released in October 2005, the song was used as the summer ending theme for the Doraemon TV anime.
It has remained popular over the years, even receiving remakes, and is perfect for boosting that summertime mood with family and friends!
Goodbye to goodbyeKaientai
Parting may be sad, but this one song by the folk group Kaientai teaches us that it’s also something precious that leads to new beginnings.
The lyrics woven by Tetsuya Takeda are filled with hope, suggesting that even farewells spiral like a winding staircase and eventually lead to new encounters.
Many of you may know it as the theme song for the film Doraemon: Nobita’s Diary on the Creation of the World, released in March 1995.
Although it wasn’t released as a single, you can hear it on albums such as Namida, Mizukara Noguisa Reshi Toki (When Tears Wipe Themselves Away).
When you feel a touch of loneliness at life’s turning points, its warm message will fill your heart.
Doraemon of MelancholyTomita Kōsei
This somewhat melancholy song, which makes you feel sad as you listen, was used as an insert song in the Doraemon TV anime series that began airing in 1973.
It is sung by Kosei Tomita, who voiced the very first Doraemon.
The lyrics depict Doraemon trying to approach a cat he likes.
Doraemon OndoŌyama Nobuyo, Kōrogi ’73
Doraemon Ondo was released in 1979 as a simultaneous B-side on the single for the TV Asahi anime Doraemon’s theme song, “Boku Doraemon.” Sung by Nobuyo Oyama together with the chorus unit Korogi ’73, it became popular as a bon-odori dance number and spread nationwide.
Doraemon’s slightly silly call-and-response interjections are irresistibly charming, and the cheerful rhythm and snappy lyrics make you want to sing and dance along—overflowing with the nostalgic flavor of the Showa era!
If you attach wingsKobayashi Yumiko · Hibari Jidō Gasshōdan
This song features lyrics that feel like they’ve turned a child’s imagination directly into music, leaving a vivid impression as dreams expand.
It was created as an insert song for the film Doraemon: Nobita and the New Steel Troops—Winged Angels.
The grand orchestral sound is truly moving, isn’t it?
If you’re there for meJōshin Kōsuke
This is the song that plays during the barbecue scene featuring the characters from the film Doraemon: Nobita and the New Steel Troops—Winged Angels.
It sings about the importance of being with someone.
Just listening to it somehow brings you to tears, doesn’t it?
I live, I will keep on living.Fukuyama Masaharu
It is the theme song of the movie “Doraemon: Nobita and the Island of Miracles ~Animal Adventure~.” The song features an impressive rhythm that emphasizes the offbeat and is enjoyable even for children.
Many listeners may find the lyrics—which feel like an adult speaking to a child—deeply relatable.