[Want to know!] Songs with a fish theme. Classic fish songs

Fish rockSuizenji Kiyoko

Kiyoko Suizenji / Fish Rock (Sakana no Rokku)

It’s a funky kayōkyoku song that starts with a wah-infused guitar riff.

It’s sung by Kiyoko Suizenji, a singer known for hits like “Sanbyaku Rokujūgo-ho no Māchi” (March of 365 Steps).

It was included as the B-side to the single “Dokokade Arigatō,” released in 1974.

The song features a fishmonger protagonist introducing the seafood displayed at his shop to customers, giving it the flavor of a rapid-fire street peddler’s patter.

It’s crafted from a very unique perspective.

Suizenji’s powerful vocals shine against the snappy rhythm.

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John the goldfishHotaru Raito Hiruzu Bando

John the goldfish

John the goldfish, whom the boy met at a festival, took home, and cared for every day as he steadily grew.

This work humorously portrays the days of a boy and his goldfish.

It’s a song by Hotaru Light Hills Band, a pop group from Chiba Prefecture, released in 2020.

It aired on NHK’s children’s music program “Minna no Uta” and became a hot topic.

With catchy, buoyant sounds and story-like lyrics, it’s full of charm—a cute fish song you’ll want to enjoy together with your kids.

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Tsupin Flying Fishiharayoshinori

Tsubbin Flying Fish - Children's Song by Ihara Yoshinori, 2007

“Tsup-pin Flying Fish” is a popular song from NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” (With Mother).

It’s a song about flying fish leaping across the vast ocean, and its memorable phrase “tsup-pin” together with the lively piano brilliantly conveys the flying fish’s sense of dynamism.

Shinkaizoku/Confusingly named fishsakana geinin hattori

Let's sing and learn♪ Shinkaizoku / Fish with a complicated name

“Shinkaizoku / Fish with Confusing Names” is a niche introduction song featuring deep-sea creatures like the snipe eel and the basket star.

Planned by Sanrio for children, it vividly conveys the appeal of deep-sea creatures through the lively performance of fish-themed entertainer Mr.

Hattori.

Song of the Winter YellowtailGoshōnen Gasshōdan

Kanburi no Uta – Kure Boys Choir [1983]

Kanburi no Uta (Song of the Winter Yellowtail) is a choral piece that sings of great schools of yellowtail traveling through the cold Sea of Japan off Himi.

With lyrics that praise the robust, dynamic figure of the fish and a weighty musical style, it’s a richly varied masterpiece whose lively phrases—“burun” and “buri-buri”—ring out to striking effect.

School of MedakaKorombia Ōkesutora

Children’s song: Medaka no Gakkō (The Minnow School) — Aiko Anzai / Suginoko Children’s Association

“Medaka no Gakkō” is a cute children’s song that likens medaka fish gathering and swimming in a river to students attending school.

Originally introduced in 1950 on the NHK radio program “Yōji no Jikan” (Toddler Time), it has maintained overwhelming recognition and popularity for over 50 years as a classic favorite.

In 2007, it was also selected for the Agency for Cultural Affairs’ “100 Best Songs of Japan.”

Let’s eat fish!uotchi

Watch Theme Song: 'Let's Eat Fish!'

“Let’s Eat Fish!” is a promotional song by “Uocchi,” which advertises seafood from Shizuoka Prefecture.

The lyrics are unique in highlighting Shizuoka’s fresh fish, nurtured by the blessings of the Kuroshio Current and Lake Hamana.

For each of the four seasons, it introduces seasonal fish along with cooking methods and menu ideas, all set to a lively tune.