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

Octopus Japan Number One Song, My Beloved Cuban BoyKikuchi Mitsuko

Octopus Japan Number One Song: My Beloved Cuban Boy (Picture-Story Show Version)

“My Beloved Cuban Boy” is a PR song for Hitachinaka City in Ibaraki Prefecture, which boasts Japan’s top octopus processing and production.

The lyrics tell a love-story-style tale of Maa-chan, a local common octopus, and Taco Cuban BOY from America, showcasing the appeal of Hitachinaka, where more octopuses gather than anywhere else in Japan.

Its breezy melody, reminiscent of an American folk song, feels both nostalgic and refreshing.

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Carp

Koi is a heartbreak song themed around the proverb “the one that got away.” It was included on singer-songwriter Aimyon’s 2019 single Harunohi, a release that cemented her nationwide popularity.

Set to a lively ska-style beat, its acoustic guitar and synth tones ring out.

The lyrics portray the sorrow of not ending up with the one you love, depicting someone facing an unbearable reality alone.

With its rhythmic band arrangement contrasted by her emotional vocals, it’s a hidden gem.

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Hakodate specialty ‘Squid Dance’Hakodate Ika Odori Jikkō Iinkai

Born from a house party? The surprising story of the “Hakodate Squid Dance,” so beloved that any Hakodate resident can do it

Hakodate’s famous “Ika Odori” (Squid Dance) is a dance song celebrating the city’s specialty squid.

It’s a popular staple performed at the Hakodate Port Festival every August and at Bon Odori events around the region.

The lyrics are distinctive, with the lively refrain “ikka-odori!” repeated rhythmically and mentions of beloved local dishes like ika-poppo.

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Ayumikurikamaki “Salmon Salmon Salmon”

“Shake Shake Shake” is the major-label debut single by the idol DJ unit Ayumikurikamaki.

It’s a hype-filled cheer song packed with the message: let’s eat delicious salmon and do our best with full energy! It’s also well known as the theme song for the tvk (Television Kanagawa) drama “Bittare!!!.”

butterflied sardine(s)Dōyō (Yumearu Channeru)

Sardine Fillet [With Song] Hand Play

The children’s song “Iwashi no Hiraki” is a popular tune accompanied by simple hand motions that involve light movements of the hands.

Its charm lies in the repetitive lyrics and melody that anyone can quickly learn and hum along to.

Once you hear it, you’ll find yourself captivated by the curious phrase, “zun-zun cha-cha, pop!”

Tuna Songutahime ku ro shi o

Tuna Song

“The Tuna Song” is a children’s tune that cheerfully celebrates the charms of tuna with a gentle singing voice.

It repeatedly calls out popular tuna dishes like sashimi and steaks, and its lyrics praising tuna’s deliciousness are sure to whet your appetite.

The catchy shout of “It’s tuna!” delivered with perfect tone and timing is irresistibly addictive.

Swim! Taiyaki-kunShimon Masato

Swimming! Taiyaki-kun – Every day, every day, we’re grilled on the hot plate and we’re getting sick of it ~ (with actions) [Hand play / nursery rhyme]

This is a song by Masato Shimon that tells the story of a taiyaki who, fed up with its boring daily life and dreaming of freedom, runs away to the sea.

Released in December 1975, the song became a massive hit, topping the charts for 11 consecutive weeks as an insert song on the children’s program Hirake! Ponkikki.

Many listeners likely remember the taiyaki’s seafaring adventure set to a wistful melody—and its slightly bittersweet ending.

Through this piece, you can not only imagine the unique sight of a taiyaki setting out to sea, but also take the opportunity to think together with your child about the deeper question: What does freedom really mean?