Recommended anime theme songs for children: timeless anime song classics you should listen to at least once.

Getta BanbanSaka Tomohisa

Pocket Monsters OP20 / XY OP3 – “Getta Banban” (Creditless V1) [SD]

This is the opening theme of the TV anime Pokémon XY, sung by Tomohisa Sako, who was hailed online as the “god of soothing voices.” Just listening to its irresistibly bright sound gives you energy, doesn’t it? The song carries a positive message of “Go out and grab your goals and dreams one after another!”—it feels like a powerful push to take action before overthinking.

Released in April 2015 as his 10th single, it was later included on the album “Boku kara Kimi e.” By the way, the coupling track was reportedly created at the director’s request with the theme “A letter from Clemont to Ash.” The love for the series really shines through! It’s a track packed with heart-stirring elements that we want everyone striving toward their dreams to hear!

Your AdventureOkazaki Taiiku

Your Adventure

This is the theme song for the anime Pokémon Sun & Moon by singer-songwriter Taiiku Okazaki.

It was used as the opening theme starting in October 2018, and Okazaki also performed the ending theme, which drew a lot of attention.

The classic, high-energy pop tune pairs perfectly with his familiar, easy-to-listen-to vocals.

The lyrics affirm that gaining experience—even getting sunburned or dirtying your clothes—becomes part of who you are, and they give you the courage to step into the unknown.

It’s a track brimming with positive energy that powerfully cheers on those who keep chasing their dreams, even if they’re clumsy or awkward.

It’s a hugely popular anime song that will surely give you a push when you’re starting a new challenge or feeling a bit down.

Hunting SoulHAYASii

TV anime “Dandadan” HAYASii ‘Hunting Soul’ [lyric video]

This is a track by the in-story band HAYASii that amps up the music of the anime Dandadan.

It’s truly “exorcism metal,” embodying the band’s role in the show of warding off evil eyes.

Just like its soul-stirring title suggests, ultra-fast drums and razor-sharp guitar riffs deliver a blistering power metal sound.

Vocalist Kishō Taniyama’s high-tone shouts are seriously cool, too.

The song was used as an insert track in Season 2, Episode 18, which aired in August 2025.

The creators’ playful spirit—goofing around with total commitment—produces the ultimate catharsis.

It’s the perfect song for reliving the excitement of the series.

More! More! Kaiketsu ZororiZorori (CV: Yamadera Kouichi)

TV Anime “Motto! Majime ni Fumajime Kaiketsu Zorori” OP Theme “Motto! Motto! Kaiketsu Zorori” Non-credit Footage

This work depicts Zorori’s adventures as he continues his training journey in pursuit of his dream to become the King of Pranks.

Zorori himself also sings the opening theme.

You can feel how fun his journey is from the bright, exhilarating drive that runs through the entire song.

The lyrics featuring puns are memorable as well, and they’re an important point in conveying the story’s sense of fun.

It’s a lively, warm song that reflects Zorori’s personality—someone who just can’t bring himself to be a real villain.

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Chaotic Wacha Life!FRUITS ZIPPER

Known by the nickname “Furuppā,” FRUITS ZIPPER, who won the Best New Artist Award at the 65th Japan Record Awards for “Watashi no Ichiban Kawaii Tokoro,” have had their song selected as the opening theme for the TV anime Crayon Shin-chan starting in October 2025.

It’s an energetic track where Shin-chan’s free-spirited, unpredictable daily life blends with the group’s “NEW KAWAII” aesthetic.

Also drawing attention for being the first opening theme change in about five years, the song is crafted to make you want to dance like Shin-chan and can be enjoyed by parents and kids alike.

I’m a popular kid.nohara shinnosuke

Crayon Shin-chan Theme Song OP3: I’m a Popular Guy (Ora wa Ninkimono)

The voice actor for the protagonist Shinnosuke, Akiko Yajima, sings this song.

It was included on her debut single released in July 1993 and was used as the third opening theme for the TV anime.

With bold lyrics proclaiming herself a star, it feels like the song perfectly captures Shin-chan’s relentlessly cheerful personality.

Just listening to it brings to mind Shin-chan’s powerful, laid-back daily life.

This track became the first character-name single to break into the Oricon Top 10.

Give it a listen when you want to lift your mood, or when you want to feel energized without sweating the small stuff—just like Shin-chan.

It might also be fun to sing along together as a parent and child.

A Slice of PeachKensuke Ushio

Dandadan | A Slice of Peach | Soundtrack HQ

This is a track that colors the world of the hit anime Dandadan, which depicts intense battles with ghosts and aliens as well as a bittersweet romance.

The music is by Kensuke Ushio, known for works like Chainsaw Man and A Silent Voice.

It’s included on the album Dan Da Dan (Original Series Soundtrack), released in December 2024.

The piece is marked by a heartbeat-like pulsing beat and melodious synth tones that evoke a sense of nostalgia.

Thanks to a sound design that seamlessly blends the thrill of an unpredictable story with the sparkle of the protagonists’ youth, it’s a song that fills you with excitement just by listening.

It’s recommended not only for fans of the story but also for anyone who wants to add some color to their everyday life.