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You can instantly spot the most popular anime among kids! A collection of works that elementary schoolers are crazy about.

10 years as a kindergarten teacher / elementary school teacher / junior and senior high school teacher / childminderKepiko
Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music, Faculty of Music (now: Department of Music and Culture, Early Childhood Education Program). In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a pioneering game researcher. After graduating from university, I worked for 10 years as a kindergarten teacher and 7 years as an after-school childcare instructor, then took a post as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I engaged in activities that shared Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational play, working with many children. Later, at Shogakukan, through freelance work in writing, planning, and editing, I met many inspiring adults and discovered the joy of communicating and conveying ideas. Drawing on the perspective I cultivated in educational settings and my experience as an editor, I provide practical, useful information—focusing on music and fields related to children—while valuing both input and output. Hobbies include instruments, singing, crafting, toys, drawing, traditional games, the outdoors, and books. Special skill: koma (spinning-top) tricks.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
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!

You can see the most popular anime among kids at a glance! A collection of works that elementary schoolers are crazy about (11–20)

SPY×FAMILY

[Opening Theme Revealed] TV Anime “SPY×FAMILY” Second Cour Main Trailer / On Air from 2022.10.01 23:00

SPY×FAMILY

SPY x FAMILY is an anime based on a manga serialized on Jump+, and its first season aired in the spring of 2022, becoming so popular that it could be called a social phenomenon.

It also drew attention for its incredibly star-studded music.

The opening theme for the first cour was by Official HIGE DANDism, and the ending theme was by Gen Hoshino—an unusually high-profile lineup for a late-night anime.

The story follows a family in which each member harbors a secret, as they build a warm home together.

That narrative resonated not only with elementary schoolers but also with adults.

In particular, the daughter Anya, a telepath, became extremely popular for being irresistibly cute, sparking a trend of imitation videos on TikTok.

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Pretty Cure

[Official] Healin’ Good Precure Episode 1: “Hearts Connected! Two Together as Pretty Cure — Cure Grace”

Pretty Cure

The popular anime series Pretty Cure from the TV Asahi network.

When someone says, “I like Cure Marine,” or “I’m a Cure Melody fan,” you can pretty much guess their age based on which Precure they name.

I wonder if they ever get excited during break time by doing the transformation poses.

That’s such a classic girl thing, right? The setup of strong-willed heroines fighting evil organizations is similar to Sailor Moon, and just like elementary school boys have their favorite heroes, it’s great that girls have their favorite heroines too! And you can’t miss the All Stars movies where Precures from different generations all come together.

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Demon Slayer

TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - Swordsmith Village Arc, Teaser PV 1

Demon Slayer

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is a battle-action manga that ran in Weekly Shonen Jump from 2016 to 2020.

Set in Japan’s Taisho era, it follows Tanjiro Kamado as he fights powerful demons to find a way to turn his sister Nezuko—who has been transformed into a demon—back into a human.

When the TV anime adaptation aired in 2019, it became a social phenomenon, and LiSA, who performed the opening theme, appeared on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen that same year.

In 2020, the franchise received a theatrical film release, which became a massive hit and broke Japan’s long-standing box office records.

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Curious George

George learns about pitch 🐵 Curious George

Curious George

The animated series “Curious George” is based on the picture book series “Curious George.” The protagonist, George, is a little monkey, so he doesn’t speak.

But through his gestures and expressive face, you can tell what he wants to do and what he’s thinking.

In these charming stories, George dives into all kinds of adventures and mishaps—and solves them—making the show hugely popular with children! The lack of dialogue sparks the imagination and draws viewers into George’s world.

If you haven’t seen it yet, be sure to give it a try.

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SpongeBob

SpongeBob | 36 Minutes of Friendly SpongeBob Moments 🔥 | Nickelodeon Japan

SpongeBob

SpongeBob SquarePants is a comedy-heavy animated series that portrays the lives of creatures living in the fictional underwater city of Bikini Bottom.

It’s an American cartoon loved by people of all ages.

Since it’s also broadcast on TV in Japan, many elementary school students may have seen it.

The main character, SpongeBob, is very optimistic and cheerful.

Although he means no harm, various mishaps unfold as he involves those around him—like his best friend Patrick and Mr.

Krabs, the owner of the burger shop where SpongeBob works—making it a show that will have you chuckling.

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Hanakappa

TV anime “Hanakappa” opening theme “Pi-Pi-Pao!” video

Hanakappa

Hanakappa is an anime mainly aimed at preschoolers and lower elementary school children, but plenty of older kids like it too.

The protagonist is Hanakappa, an elementary school kappa who can make flowers bloom on his head.

The story unfolds in Yamabiko Village, where Hanakappa lives.

The adventures and commotions he experiences are full of appeal for kids! When Hanakappa is in a pinch or needs to solve something, he makes various flowers bloom, so children naturally learn about flowers as well.

The everyday elementary school moments and interactions with friends are also highlights.

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See at a glance which anime are popular with kids! A collection of works that elementary schoolers are crazy about (21–30)

SPY×FAMILY CODE:White

‘SPY×FAMILY’ The Movie: CODE White — Thank-You PV for the Big Hit

SPY×FAMILY CODE:White

Learning that Eden Academy will hold a cooking practicum, Loid heads with his family to the snowy land of Frigis to make the headmaster’s favorite dish, “Melemele,” in hopes of earning a Stella Star.

Along the way, a key Anya happens to pick up from a suitcase drags them into a state-secret-level chocolate incident, putting their lives in danger.

Although Yor fends off the attackers with brilliant combat prowess, upon arrival a tyrannical soldier steals their Melemele—and then Anya is abducted by an unknown party.

A spy, an assassin, a telepath, and a future-seeing dog… a family with secrets joins forces to take on a heartwarming and hilarious winter tale.

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