Lullabies: children's songs, folk songs, and nursery rhymes. Nostalgic songs for putting children to sleep.
Lullabies have existed since ancient times in every country—they’re songs for soothing children.
I’ve put together a list of many lullabies, from the kind you might have heard on NHK’s educational channel to arrangements of foreign folk songs.
I’m sure there are songs in here that you sang together with friends when you were a child.
If you listen again now with the mindset of returning to childhood, you might discover something new.
If you “struggle every time to put your child to sleep,” please try listening—and singing—these songs to them at least once.
Lullabies: nursery rhymes, folk songs, and children's songs. Nostalgic bedtime songs (1–10)
LullabySakushi: Kitahara Hakushū / Sakkyoku: Kusakawa Shin
Looking at the lyrics, there are descriptions like a canary singing, a mouse swaying a string, and loquats in bloom.
Perhaps in the past it was normal for children to take naps outside.
It’s perfect as a lullaby for when a baby falls asleep.
Edo Lullaby
This is a traditional Japanese lullaby that originated in Edo and spread across various regions, and is even said to be the root of many lullabies.
I’m sure many of you are familiar with it.
Its calm, whisper-like melody is enough to make you sleepy.
It’s a lullaby that even children can easily sing.
BedtimeNEW!
This is a roughly 20-minute video released around February 2026 by “Chiisana Uta,” a channel that posts children’s songs and sleep BGM.
It’s a piece that gently guides a child’s awareness from playtime into a calm nighttime mood.
As you listen to the rounded, gentle tones and unhurried tempo, children will naturally let their eyelids close.
While there’s no official tie-in with any anime, it has a familiar feel that evokes beloved characters children adore, making it very helpful for daily bedtime routines.
The track is low-stimulus and soothingly structured, so it’s recommended for families who want to relax before naps or nighttime sleep.
If you play it every day, it might help your baby develop a comforting sleep habit.
LullabyNEW!
This work, released in August 2025 as a bedtime video for infants and toddlers, fits perfectly into the calm hours of the night.
Its gentle melody and soothing rhythm quietly guide your child’s awareness into the world of dreams.
While it isn’t an explicit tie-in song for a TV anime or film, the comforting presence of Anpanman—a character beloved by everyone—offers reassurance, making it ideal for a nightly sleep routine.
With its quiet accompaniment and unhurried flow of time, this piece is also perfect for winding down after a busy day.
If you’re struggling with bedtime, try listening to it together with your child in bed at least once.
My LullabyNEW!
“My Lullaby,” which says goodnight to a baby’s eyes and mouth after a day full of play.
Also sung on NHK TV’s “Okaasan to Issho,” this piece has a gentle melody that alone can ease you into a tender sleep.
It’s included on albums such as the one released in October 2005, “NHK Okaasan to Issho Latest Best: ‘Oshiri Furifuri,’” and Yuzo Imai’s warm, embracing vocals leave a lasting impression.
The lyrics, which depict the feeling of drifting to sleep from a child’s own perspective, quietly bring parents and children closer together.
If you hum it every bedtime, it may help you forget the bustle of daily life and enjoy a calm, unhurried evening.
Be sure to sing it softly by your child’s side, as if speaking gently to them.
Anpanman Train★NEW!
This is a song from a video released in September 2025 on the YouTube channel NikoNiko Kids.
While it has no official tie-in, it combines two motifs beloved by children: Anpanman and trains.
It features a bright, friendly melody and a brisk rhythm, with train movements and sound effects that captivate children through both sight and sound.
It’s perfect for a calm playtime before bed, or for parents and kids to enjoy during the day while pretending to ride a train.
With easy-to-remember phrases repeated throughout, it’s a work I’d especially recommend to caregivers who want to spend peaceful time at home, gently swaying along with their babies.
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Released in 2024, it’s enjoyed as part of a roughly two-hour medley video.
Its gentle tempo and warm, rounded tones are soothing, helping children relax with ease.
The lyrics softly describe bedtime preparations and greetings, and humming along naturally eases the transition to sleep.
Why not make it a reliable companion for bedtime and add it to your daily routine?