Children’s songs for Hinamatsuri: A collection of songs everyone can sing together for the Doll Festival
When it comes to events that color Japan’s spring, the Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day) surely comes to mind.As the peach blossoms begin to bloom, many households—especially those with girls—display hina dolls.And songs are an essential part of Hinamatsuri!Starting with that classic tune we’ve all known since childhood, there are actually many songs themed around Hinamatsuri.In this article, we’ll introduce various children’s songs for Hinamatsuri.Please enjoy singing them to capture the seasonal mood—whether at a Hinamatsuri party in a nursery or kindergarten, or as a recreational activity in a care facility!
- [Hinamatsuri Songs] A roundup of classic Girls’ Day tunes and unexpected Hinamatsuri tracks
- Hand-play songs to sing for Hinamatsuri. Songs everyone can enjoy.
- March nursery rhymes & hand play songs! Spring songs you can enjoy with your kids
- Nursery rhymes to sing in spring: a collection of classic songs you'll want to sing with your children
- [For Seniors] Spring Songs You'll Want to Hum: Feel the Season with Nostalgic Classics
- Spring songs from the early Showa era: a collection of kayōkyoku and shōka that evoke spring
- [February Songs] Introducing children's songs, folk songs, nursery rhymes, and hand-play songs about Setsubun and winter!
- [For Seniors] Classic spring songs to sing in April: A heartwarming moment with nostalgic children’s songs and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs)
- [2026] Bon Odori songs every child knows! A roundup of fun festival tunes
- December children's songs, folk songs, and nursery rhymes: fun winter hand-play songs
- [Let's Enjoy Japanese Festival Songs!] Songs about festivals. Famous songs related to festivals.
- Nursery rhymes perfect for April: A collection of classic spring songs that capture the season
- A collection of cheerful nursery rhymes—songs that make you feel happy when you sing them.
Children’s songs for Hinamatsuri: A collection of songs everyone can sing together on Hinamatsuri (21–30)
The Five-Musician Band Song
When you think of the Hina Matsuri, the main stars are the hina dolls, but why not also turn your attention to the lively Five Court Musicians who add excitement around them? Composed by Akira Yuyama, this piece is a delightful event song that makes the five-member ensemble—modeled after Noh music accompanists—easy for children to understand.
Its brisk rhythm and harmonious Japanese atmosphere give it a brightness that makes you want to move your body.
Included on the album “Hinamatsuri★Koinobori: Best of Spring Songs,” released in February 2017, the performance by Yoshiko Takagi and Ensemble Zith enhances the excitement of the season.
Although it is not the theme song of any specific TV program, it could be called a de facto tie-in track, beloved as a standard at Hina Matsuri events in nurseries and kindergartens.
It’s short, easy to learn, and may be the perfect way for children to experience Japan’s traditional culture.
March 3rd is Hinamatsuri (Doll Festival/Girls’ Day).Baku-san
When it comes to events in March, Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day) comes to mind.
If you want everyone to get moving and have fun on that day, we recommend “March 3rd Is Hinamatsuri,” created by Baku, an active nursery teacher and creative play author.
It’s a hand-play song where children strike poses like hishi-mochi and hina-arare in time with the lyrics, packed with elements that naturally bring smiles to their faces.
Use it as a song to liven up seasonal festivities—perfect for Hinamatsuri gatherings where everyone celebrates together, or during recreation time.
Cute HinamatsuriBaku-san
When the peach blossoms start to bloom, it’s so exciting to prepare for Hinamatsuri with the children, isn’t it? This work, created by Baku, an active nursery teacher and creative play artist, makes this seasonal event even more fun.
With Baku’s unique perspective—backed by a repertoire of over 500 hand-play songs—the lyrics and movements are crafted to connect naturally.
It’s wonderful that, without complicated explanations, children can feel the atmosphere of the Hina display and the joy of the festival just by moving their hands while singing.
The videos have spread to childcare settings and homes alike, and their easy, copy-at-a-glance format is another reason for their popularity.
Why not try incorporating it into school gatherings or parent–child bonding time at home?
Hinamatsuri GhostBaku-san
If you’re looking for a hand-play song that will captivate children during Hinamatsuri festivities, “Hinamatsuri Obake” is highly recommended.
It was created by Baku, an active nursery teacher and creative play artist.
This song features a friendly ghost and includes simple hand-play choreography.
Because it uses event-themed words and a repetitive rhythm, it’s easy to learn quickly.
It’s perfect for performances at nursery schools and kindergartens, as well as for filling small pockets of time.
Strike poses for “eating deliciously” and for traditional festive foods, and have fun all together! Be sure to check out this unique track that will liven up the seasonal celebration.
Hinamatsuri busBaku-san
This hand-play song by Baku-san shines with the unique perspective of an active preschool teacher.
As the title suggests, it brilliantly blends the ever-popular pretend bus play with elements of Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day).
The structure is unique: as the children pretend to drive the bus like real drivers, familiar characters such as the Odairi-sama and Ohina-sama board one after another as passengers.
Because it naturally draws children from their beloved vehicle play into the world of seasonal festivities, even those who aren’t very interested in Hinamatsuri may become absorbed.
It had already been released in video form around March 2021 and has become a favorite at many preschools.
It’s perfect for filling short waiting times on the day of the event, or as an introduction before craft activities.
Kids can have fun while learning the Hinamatsuri characters—truly a two-birds-one-stone play song.