A collection of cheerful nursery rhymes—songs that make you feel happy when you sing them.
There are so many nursery rhymes that are popular with children!
There are songs about animals, songs about food, songs about the seasons—the themes are varied, and each song has its own mood.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of especially cheerful songs from among the most popular nursery rhymes all at once!
We’ve gathered lots of songs that will put you in a happy mood whether you listen to them or sing along.
Please sample the songs we introduce below, and be sure to enjoy listening to and singing your favorites!
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A collection of cheerful nursery rhymes: songs that make you feel happy when you sing them (61–70)
Vegetable Song
This song, whose lyrics directly express the names and characteristics of vegetables, is a hand-play activity that even infants can enjoy.
Clap your fists together with a “ton-ton,” point your index fingers with a “pi-pi,” and freely enjoy the gestures while following the pleasant rhythm of the words.
It’s also recommended to arrange the song by adding vegetables or fruits that don’t appear in the lyrics—find them together in picture books or field guides and incorporate them.
As you sing it repeatedly, children are likely to remember many vegetable names and their features! If you include it before lunchtime, it can also support food education.
It requires no preparation and can be enjoyed anywhere, so be sure to sing it together with the children.
Ice Cream Song
Characterized by an up-tempo melody and fun, bubbly lyrics, “The Ice Cream Song” was also broadcast on NHK’s Minna no Uta and Okaasan to Issho.
Since it centers on ice cream, which kids love, there are probably many children who adore this song.
There’s no such thing as ghosts.Sakushi: Maki Minori / Sakkyoku: Mine Akira
This is a cute song recommended for children who are at the age where they start getting scared of ghosts.
Despite being a ghost-themed song, its cheerful lyrics brighten kids’ spirits.
It’s also very handy for soothing frightened children.
Since it’s an upbeat tune, it’s fun to sing along!
Little Errand Ant
It’s the children’s song “Otsukai Ari-san,” which I’m sure everyone is familiar with.
It was created in 1950 for NHK’s radio program “Time for Toddlers” and is a long-beloved song still sung today.
In the lyrics, the little ant runs errands while making mistakes, and it’s depicted in an adorably comical way.
The simple lyrics make it easy for young children to enjoy.
The melody is probably slow, so I think older adults can enjoy it too.
It’s a recommended song that can really liven things up—great for singing together with children and seniors while adding some simple dance moves.
Ghost Fireworks Ondo
When it comes to songs that evoke a festive, lively atmosphere, “Obake no Hanabi Ondo” comes to mind.
Featuring traditional Japanese (“wa”) instrument tones and rhythms, it fits perfectly with scenes where ghosts appear.
A sprightly dance is performed to phrases that depict fireworks shooting into the sky.
The choreography is simple enough for children to dance along, so try learning the song and dance together.
The lyrics carry a bittersweet yet warm message that will captivate not only children but adults as well.
Be sure to check out this ghost-themed song—perfect for school performances and parties.
There’s no such thing as ghosts.
Lots of kids are afraid of ghosts, aren’t they? Here’s a children’s song that even kids who don’t like spooky, horror-type things can enjoy singing.
It flat-out denies the existence of ghosts, but that hint of uneasiness and the way it tries to convince itself is kind of adorable, isn’t it? (lol) The idea of putting a big ghost in the refrigerator is so childlike and funny.
It might be a hit at karaoke after watching a horror movie or visiting a haunted spot.
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Koinobori is a song that makes you feel happy just by listening.
The lyrics were written by Miyako Kondo, and it has reportedly been sung since 1931.
It remains popular—selected for the Japan 100 Songs in 2007 and included on the 2019 album “Akari Oneesan no Nikoniko Henna Uta.” Above all, it’s an essential song for Children’s Day on May 5.
Fitting for a song sung on Children’s Day, its waltz rhythm fills you with excitement.
Still, it’s a tune that both kids and adults can enjoy singing together any time, not just on Children’s Day.