A collection of cheerful nursery rhymes—songs that make you feel happy when you sing them.

It’s fun.sakushi: yamauchi kazuko / sakkyoku: terashima naohiko

[Children’s Song] “It’s Fun!” Let’s sing and dance together♪

When you sing it, you naturally want to clap your hands and sway your body to the rhythm—That’s Fun! Its theme—that clapping and singing together with everyone is so much fun!—is perfect for children’s choir.

It encourages kids to notice the unique joys of group singing, like comparing the sound of clapping your own right and left hands with the sound of clapping your hands together with a friend, and listening closely to the voices around you as you sing.

Let’s look at one another—friends and teachers alike—add some movements, and enjoy singing together.

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It’s fun.

[Children’s Song] “It’s Fun!” Let’s sing and dance together♪

“Tanoshii ne” is a delightful song that excites children’s hearts.

With its rhythmic lyrics and melody, it naturally makes kids want to move their bodies.

By singing along with hand claps and foot stomps, they can develop a sense of rhythm and cooperation.

It’s often used at kindergarten and nursery school events, and singing and dancing together fosters a sense of unity.

Singing with friends, teachers, and parents can also help nurture communication skills.

It’s a song you can enjoy anytime, anywhere—at home or outside—so be sure to sing it together with the children.

Let’s have fun.Sakushi / Sakkyoku: Shinapu

[Songs That Make Babies Happy] Let’s Have Fun (sung by Shoko & The Akilla) [Video to Calm and Delight Babies]

This song, from a popular segment of a baby-focused TV show, features a bright, rhythmic melody that leaves a lasting impression.

Carried by the vocals of Shoko & The Akilla, it unfolds a warm and gentle world.

Its fun melodic lines make even babies want to sway along.

Broadcast as the “Tsuki Uta” (monthly song) for January 2025 on TV Tokyo’s educational program “Sina Pshu,” it has earned strong support from many parents and children.

It’s perfect for cuddle time with your baby or music time.

Why not enjoy a fun moment singing and dancing together with your little one?

The Goldfish’s Nap

Goldfish’s Nap ♪ [Children’s song / nursery rhyme] Cute goldfish in a red kimono ~ with lyrics animation / Japanese kids song

The relaxed song “Goldfish’s Nap” is a popular children’s nursery rhyme.

If you sing it as a lullaby at nap time, some kids find it so soothing that they fall asleep right away.

The gentle movements of the goldfish—and the moments when it seems to pause completely—are adorable and make it feel as if the goldfish itself is napping.

The lyrics are easy to remember, so if you sing it repeatedly, children can sing along.

It’s also recommended to sing it together with a picture book that features goldfish.

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I want to become the sun!Sakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Nakagawa Hirotaka

Nursery song / I Want to Be the Sun / 36th Children’s Song Contest – Children’s Division

It’s a song filled with gentle feelings, where the warmth of love shines like the sun.

Toshihiko Shinzawa and Hirotaka Nakagawa tenderly express the warm emotions of falling for someone through a bright, expansive melody.

This piece was performed in July 2017 by Satoko Yamano, Toshihiko Shinzawa, and the Kotonomi Children’s Choir, and included on the album “Toshihiko Shinzawa & Hirotaka Nakagawa Songs <30th Anniversary Commemorative: Children’s Chorus Version>.” Its poppy melody and positive message make it perfect for occasions like kindergarten entrance ceremonies and the start of a new school term.

Why not sing it together, warmly watching over the children as they take their first steps toward the future?

Good morning!Fukuda Sho

[Morning Greeting Song] Good Morning! (With Mother) ★Popular at Preschools★Learn Animals★Children’s Song

This song captivates with a bright melody and an energetic vibe, like morning light streaming in.

Created by Sho Fukuda, drawing on his experience in early childhood education, it features playful exchanges between animals and cheerful calls that make it great fun.

It was broadcast in February 2018 as the “Song of the Month” on NHK E-TV’s Okaasan to Issho and included on the album Tomodachi no Hana.

When sung together at morning gatherings, entrance ceremonies, and other occasions where children take their first steps forward, it brings hearts together and naturally fills everyone with smiles—a truly wonderful piece.

Oh, the ranch is green.

Oh, the pasture is green — oh, the pasture is green; over the sea of grass the wind blows~ (with gestures)

Let’s move our bodies to the rhythm! Here are some ideas for “Oh, the Meadow is Green.” These ideas are perfect for summer, when the weather is nice and the air is crisp.

They’re especially recommended if you’re thinking, “What song should we sing this month?” or “I’m looking for something with a good rhythm!” The song “Oh, the Meadow is Green” is the Japanese version of the folk song “Ach, synku, synku”/“Ach, krásná louka” (often known in English as “Ah, Lovely Meadow”), which has been sung for a long time in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

By adding some choreography, you can enjoy engaging with the music even more.