Hand-play songs to sing for Hinamatsuri. Songs everyone can enjoy.

The Doll Festival with a Straight Face

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♫ Original song – Shinnosuke Hashimoto – Shinnosuke Hashimoto

This is a hand-play song themed around cute expressions that make you want to imitate them in front of a Hina doll display.

The charm lies in how you can enjoyably express the dignified or angry faces of the Emperor and Empress dolls through hand movements and changes in facial expressions.

It requires no difficult preparation, and you can even play face-to-face while looking at each other, so it’s easy to get small children excited right away.

Why not try making various faces together as a performance at a Hinamatsuri gathering or as a quick recreational activity during short breaks?

Hinamatsuri Ghost

[Hand play] Hinamatsuri Ghost ♪ [Baku-san] ♪ Hina Festival ~ ghost ~ munch munch ~ munch munch ~ what it was eating was ~ hina-arare ~ chomp ♪

This is a unique and adorable hand-play song featuring various festive foods for Hinamatsuri and some friendly “ghosts.” The ghosts that appear aren’t scary at all—if anything, they’re comical and sure to make children smile.

Its charm lies in the simple, easy-to-copy movements, like pretending to eat delicious treats and clapping along.

Created by Baku, a childcare worker and creator of original play activities, it’s an original song.

No complicated explanation is needed, so you can start playing right away—perfect for introducing an event or filling a short gap of time.

If everyone plays together before snack time, the usual hina-arare might taste even better, and the children’s smiles might overflow.

The Five Mimicking Musicians

Friendly Eurhythmics March: Hinamatsuri 2 – Imitation Five Court Musicians

The five court musicians bring lively energy to the hinadan display, but we rarely get a chance to learn in detail about each one’s instrument and role.

This piece is a eurhythmics song you can enjoy by mimicking the movements of the Five Musicians.

Even without complicated explanations, it’s wonderful that simply moving your body helps you naturally remember the roles of all five.

It’s perfect not only for Hinamatsuri parties at nurseries and kindergartens, but also for playtime at home.

By not just listening but actually expressing with your body, traditional festivities will feel much closer to you.

How about syncing your breathing together and becoming a cool ensemble of Five Musicians?

Chira-chira chirashi-zushi

[Hand Play] Peek-peek Chirashi Sushi ♪ [Mr. Baku] ♪ Peek~ peek~ chirashi sushi~ peek~ peek~ chirashi sushi~ which one is it~ peek ♪

How about the hand-play song “Chira-chira Chirashi-zushi,” themed on chirashi sushi—everyone’s favorite—for Hinamatsuri, when colorful festive dishes are served? This song is a hand-play number featuring catchy rhythmic repetition and comical movements.

Cute gestures like hiding your face and peeking out, plus the excitement of wondering what comes next, really capture children’s hearts.

Released on a video site, this piece was devised by Baku, who is also an active childcare worker.

It’s easy to use as an introduction to seasonal events, and it’s great fun to play together in sync.

Perfect not only for parties at preschool but also for time at home—be sure to give it a try with everyone!

Five Court Musicians

[Hand Game] The Five Musicians ♪ [Baku-san] ♪ Of the five musicians, one is a singer—iyo! ♪ Of the five musicians, one is a flute player—pyu~ ♪

Among the Hina Doll display, the Gonin Bayashi—five court musicians—liven up the Emperor and Empress with music.

Do you know a fingerplay song that lets children enjoyably learn their roles? Created by Baku, an active nursery teacher, this piece teaches by having kids express the instruments the Gonin Bayashi hold using their bodies.

The structure, which imitates the singer, the flute, and the tsuzumi drum shapes, is full of touches that captivate children.

It’s also perfect in childcare settings as an introduction to a Hinamatsuri party.

A tiered display features many dolls, but by mimicking the actions along with the song, children will naturally start wondering, “What does this person do?” A delightful point is that they can join in by becoming part of the band themselves.

As a play activity to brighten the spring festivities, why not enjoy it together with everyone?

Anpanman’s Happy Hinamatsuri

[Spring] Anpanman’s Happy Hinamatsuri [Mr. Dar-san]

The melody is the classic “Ureshii Hinamatsuri,” but it’s been arranged as a hand-play song by mimicking Anpanman characters.

By changing the final word of the lyrics to “Shokupanman” or “Rollpanna-chan,” the familiar Hinamatsuri song turns into a fun, relatable hand-play tune.

With a song featuring their favorite characters, both girls and boys are sure to get excited.

Sakura mochi♪

[Hand game] Sakura Mochi ♪ [Baku-san] ♪ Wrapped in cherry leaves—sakura mochi—pink little rice cakes—so cute—♪

A hand-play song that brings the feeling of spring! It’s a fun tune perfect for the Hinamatsuri (Girls’ Day) season.

With lyrics and movements inspired by sakura mochi, it captivates children’s interest.

The gestures that express the pink rice cakes and cherry leaves are delightful to watch.

It’s sure to get both adults and kids excited together at Hinamatsuri gatherings.

Sing out loud, dance with lots of energy, and share the joy of spring.