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!
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Nursery rhymes for Hinamatsuri. A collection of songs everyone can sing together for Hinamatsuri (31–40)
Drawing Song: The Hina Dolls
This is about drawing hina dolls—an essential part of the Doll Festival—easily by following a song.
The drawing steps are explained to a light, simple sound, so the lyrics are easy to catch.
The drawings are clear, based on triangles and circles, making it easy even for small children to join in.
It seems best to draw a large example while having the children draw along.
After finishing the hina doll, it might be nice to have them come up with a drawing song for the emperor doll as well.
Sakura mochi♪Baku-san
This is a hand-play song themed around adorable sakuramochi.
It’s one of the childcare-focused contents familiar from “Baku-san Channel” and is popular with children.
The lyrics, which depict a pink rice cake wrapped in a cherry leaf, are especially memorable.
By doing hand motions to the rhythmic melody, kids can enjoyably learn about the seasons and traditional Japanese culture.
It’s perfect not only for activities in nurseries and kindergartens but also for bonding time at home!
Hinamatsuri / Musunde Hiraite
This is a Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day) version of the classic hand-play song “Musunde Hiraite.” In this version, the part at the end where you place your hands on your head or knees is changed to gestures related to Hinamatsuri, such as the five court musicians.
Boys can do the five musicians, girls can do the three court ladies, and everyone can enjoy it as a Hinamatsuri-themed hand-play song.
In conclusion
Children’s songs themed around Hinamatsuri gently wrap our hearts in warmth with the arrival of spring.
When you hum them, they may bring back somehow nostalgic memories and leave you feeling calm.
Try enjoying these songs that color the Peach Festival together with everyone.
You’ll surely be able to savor the coming of spring even more!