Halloween songs for seniors to enjoy at events: from nostalgic classics to exciting new favorites

There’s no such thing as ghosts.

[Song] “There’s No Such Thing as Ghosts” [Takashi’s Hand-Play • Children’s Song] Japanese Children’s Song, Finger Play Songs

This activity involves moving your body to the lyrics of the children’s song “Obake nante nai sa,” which expresses feelings about ghosts.

The movements are simple and match the lyrics, and a key point is that you can do them while sitting in a chair or even while singing.

Since the song portrays both insisting that there are no ghosts and being scared, paying attention to facial expressions can make it even more enjoyable.

Not only using your hands but also moving your entire upper body side to side helps you feel the rhythm in your body and enhances the sense of fun.

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Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48

[MV full] Koi Suru Fortune Cookie / AKB48 [Official]

This song by AKB48 carries a message that lifts your spirits.

With its disco-style sound and cheerful lyrics, it’s crafted to be familiar and enjoyable even for older adults.

Released in August 2013, the song was also used as the departure melody at Tokyo Metro’s Hibiya Line Akihabara Station.

It includes simple choreography, so seniors can have fun moving along.

If everyone sings and dances together, smiles will spread and both body and mind will feel energized.

It’s a recommended track for livening up events like Halloween parties.

Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5

Dream5 / Yo-kai Exercise No. 1 <Exercise Video>

It’s a captivating song with lyrics that connect yokai (Japanese spirits) to everyday life.

Loved by a wide range of ages, from children to adults, it features an up-tempo rhythm and a catchy melody.

Released in April 2014, it was used as the ending theme for the anime Yo-kai Watch.

It reached No.

8 on the Oricon Weekly Singles chart and remained on the charts for 44 weeks, becoming a major hit.

It’s a great song to sing and dance to with older adults, making it a fun way to get moving.

Its bright, uplifting vibe also makes it perfect for recreational activities at care facilities.

Funny festival!HIMAWARI

Funny festival!

When it comes to nursery rhymes perfect for Halloween, this song is highly recommended.

The setting—like a story with a child as the main character who wanders into a carnival of ghosts—is truly exciting.

It might even bring back memories of Halloweens from long ago for older adults.

This song, sung by HIMAWARI, was reportedly released in October 2021.

There’s choreography too, so singing while dancing together makes it twice as fun.

Since there’s a scene where you hold hands and dance, it’s perfect for communication among seniors as well.

Enjoying it until morning sounds great, too.

Let’s all have a lively time together while snacking on sweets.

TsukuyomiKing&Prince

King & Prince “Tsukiyomi” MV YouTube Edit

This song was released in November 2022 as the theme for the drama Kurosagi.

It’s an up-tempo dance number that’s perfect for senior exercise.

You can enjoy it either seated or standing.

It’s also recommended for when you want to liven up a Halloween party.

If seniors sing and dance together, it will surely become a wonderful time filled with smiles.

Carnival of Flames and ForestsSEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI “Flame and Forest Carnival”

It’s a colorful song with a mysterious vibe.

The rhythm that incorporates the sound of fireworks is striking.

Older listeners might hear those sounds and have memories of past fireworks festivals come rushing back.

The amusement park imagery that appears in the song could also bring back fun memories from their younger days.

It’s included on the album “Tree,” released in January 2015.

It might be nice to listen together with older adults and enjoy a conversation by asking, “What kind of amusement parks did you visit in the past?” How about enjoying SEKAI NO OWARI’s unique worldview together with older listeners?

Fashion Monsterkyarī pamyu pamyu

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu – Fashion Monster, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu Fashion Monster

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s song celebrates the importance of pursuing your true self.

It conveys a desire to live freely, even if that means stepping outside society’s norms.

I believe older listeners, too, will feel the beauty of living authentically when they hear it.

Released in June 2013, the track resonated with many people.

It’s also perfect for events like Halloween parties.

Let’s all sing along and have a great time together.