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Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music, Faculty of Music (now: Department of Music Culture and Education, Early Childhood Music Education major). In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a game researcher. After graduating from university, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 10 years and as an after-school childcare instructor for 7 years, then took a position as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I engaged in activities that introduced Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational activities, working with many children. Later, through freelance writing, planning, and editing at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and sharing. Drawing on the perspective cultivated in the field of education and my experience as an editor, I provide practical information with an emphasis on both input and output, mainly in areas related to music and children. My hobbies include instruments, singing, handicrafts, toys, drawing, traditional games, the outdoors, and books. My special skill is spinning-top tricks.
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I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

The heart-stirring anime we watched as kids are unforgettable treasures even for adults, aren’t they? Many of you are probably looking for shows you can enjoy together with your children.

So here, we’ll introduce not only the stories of anime that are currently popular among kids, but also their charming and distinctive characters.

These wonderful works are full of laughs and touching moments.

We’ll be showcasing titles that are perfect for relaxing family time, so please read to the end!

See the most popular anime for kids at a glance! A collection of works that elementary schoolers are obsessed with (51–60)

Butt Detective

Anime Butt Detective Episode 1: 'Pupuu, Case Closed! The Butt Detective Appears!'

Butt Detective

Here’s the quirky anime based on Troll’s original work: “Butt Detective.” What’s quirky about it? His face is a butt…! Just like “Oshiri Kajiri Mushi,” grade-school kids sure do love butt humor.

The anime has been airing in long seasons since 2018 and is quite popular.

The catchphrase “Hmm, I smell something” is well-known among little kids.

The character’s IQ is 1104—a playful number pun in Japanese that sounds like “a good butt.” Each episode is a self-contained story, so it’s fine to start watching from anywhere.

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Crayon Shin-chan

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Crayon Shin-chan

Long-running anime really are great, aren’t they? It’s the perfect show to enjoy as a family.

One minute he’s goofing around, wiggling his butt, and five minutes later he’s diving into danger for his friends—Shin-chan’s sharp contrast is one of the series’ biggest charms.

And, all things considered, his kind mom, unreliable dad, and adorable little sister are appealing too.

There are lots of movies as well, so definitely check those out.

Also, don’t miss the theme songs—major artists are behind them!

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Detective Conan

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Detective Conan

For today’s elementary school kids, it’s one of those national anime series that was already on the air when they were born.

The original manga has been translated and published around the world, and its media mix knows no bounds—stage plays, video games, travel tie-ins, and more.

It even became an attraction at Universal Studios Japan.

Many of you have probably ridden it yourselves.

Needless to say, Conan is a given, and the cast of beloved characters—his eternal partner Kogoro Mouri, his love interest Ran, the ever-reliable Ai Haibara, Heiji Hattori, and others—are hugely popular.

It’s truly one of those anime you want to keep going forever.

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Lycoris Recoil

TV anime “Lycoris Recoil” Non-Credit Ending Movie | Sayuri “Hana no Tou (Tower of Flowers)”

Lycoris Recoil

I bet many of you were watching with bated breath the story of girls who risk their lives to fight.

It’s the 2022 anime Lycoris Recoil that became a hot topic.

The story centers on Chisato Nishikigi and Takina Inoue, who belong to a public safety organization.

Together with their allies, they resolve a series of incidents that constantly put them in danger.

As the story progresses, the relationship between Chisato and Takina evolves—which is one of the show’s key highlights.

And the sheer coolness of the action scenes is simply irresistible!

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Me & Roboco

TV anime “Me & Roboco” Episode 1: “Bondo and Roboco” | Airing every Sunday late night from 12:30 to 12:35 AM on the TV Tokyo network!

Me & Roboco

A hallmark gag anime of the Reiwa era that lets you kick back and relax! Based on the Weekly Shonen Jump manga, the anime “Me & Roboco” is a comedy centered on Bond, a fifth grader who narrates as “me,” and Roboco, a beautiful maid robot (or is she?).

There’s plenty to enjoy, from Roboco’s wildly over-the-top antics to her relationships with a cast of quirky classmates.

It’s a short-form anime, so it’s perfect for a quick watch.

By the way, Roboco is voiced by Shun Matsuo of the comedy duo Chocolate Planet.

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