[Childcare] Recommended for sports day performances and dances! A collection of classic and popular songs

[Dance] Love has burst forthyuzu

Yuzu “Love, It Popped.” Music Video

Tried dancing the Twin Dance to Yuzu’s “Love, It Popped!” with Shibuya Ward’s Cheer Ambassador Makubii-kun and Sae Morita

It’s a song that perfectly fits an energetic dance, making you feel like you can play along with joy! Created by the folk duo Yuzu as the theme song for the October 2017 film “The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.,” it expresses overflowing emotions and a racing heartbeat with a fresh, pop sound.

Digital elements blend beautifully with Yuzu’s signature harmonies, and the “Twin Dance,” performed together with the film’s cast, also became a hot topic.

Try moving your body to the rhythm with the kids and enjoy dancing together.

Its bright, positive melody and lively lyrics are sure to bring out smiles from the children.

Ballooooon!!Naoto Intiraymi

Naoto Inti Raymi “Ballooooon!!” (from Live Stream 2020 ~ #NaotyTime #FromNoon #Banda #Dancer #Christmas ~)

[Weight-Loss Dance] Let's dance together at home to Naoto Inti Raymi's song! [Ballooooon!! - Workout Remix -]

A lively song that kids can enjoy together was released by Naoto Inti Raymi in May 2013.

Filled with childhood memories, this piece gently conveys the value of what’s important through the joy and disappointment surrounding a balloon.

Included on the album “Nice catch the moment!,” it is loved by a wide range of listeners, from children to adults, thanks to its bright rhythm and touching lyrics.

The chorus, which can get the whole venue excited, is perfect for sports day interludes or dances everyone can do together! It’s highly recommended as a song that nursery and kindergarten teachers can use to have fun creating choreography with their students while practicing.

Team up with energetic older kindergarteners, prepare cute costumes and props, and create a memorable, wonderful performance.

Rocket Penguinroketto kureyon

Rocket Penguin! A fun, cute dance recommended by childcare workers (kindergarten/nursery)

A cute message song from the duo Takashi-oniisan and Yuko-oneesan, both former nursery school teachers, was released in October 2021.

This fun track depicts a flightless penguin swimming through the sea with the power and thrill of a rocket.

Its cheerful, bright melody and lyrics portraying the penguin’s efforts instantly capture children’s hearts.

Included on the album “Let’s Go 100% with Rocket Crayon! ~Parent-Child Bonding & Play Songs~,” it’s perfect for group dances at sports days and events.

With a simple rhythm that makes it easy to move to, it invites kids to enjoy expressing themselves freely.

It’s a lively, energetic song that teachers and children can enjoy together, and one we highly recommend.

Song of CourageOno Atsuko

"Song of Courage" Music Video – Theme song of the Shimajiro movie "Shimajiro and the Song of Courage" – In theaters Friday, March 14, 2025

A wonderful song, harmonizing gentleness and strength, has been born as the film’s theme song.

Atsuko Ono’s warm singing voice eases the anxiety of taking that first step and gives you courage.

Centered on themes of bonds with friends and the importance of believing in yourself, the piece delivers a heartwarming message.

Written specifically for a film releasing in March 2025, it blends beautifully with the story.

Ono also takes on her first voice-acting role in the film, showcasing new charms beyond her singing.

It’s perfect not only for families to enjoy at the theater, but also for activities in preschools and kindergartens, and for singing and dancing together at home.

It’s a lovely song that stays close to children’s hearts and cheers them on as they take new steps.

BarararararararaTōkyō Dizunī Rizōto

Tokyo Disneyland – Balalalalalalalala (from “The Happy Ride with Baymax”)

[Barararararara] ~An easy dance you can do from age 5!~

The happy dance using the “balalalalalala” song from Baymax is bright and perfect for kids to perform at events like sports days.

It’s recommended to let the children listen to the song beforehand so they get used to it, then incorporate it into the dance.

By coordinating costumes and making pompoms to add flair, the children’s performance will look even more vibrant and become an ideal dance for a sports day.

Teachers and kids alike—make it a cheerful, fun dance full of smiles!

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sound ninjaFukuda Sho

“Oto Ninja” Dance Lecture [Sho Fukuda’s ~Wonderful World of Sound and Play~]

Let’s show off some ninja arts to the beat! Introducing Oto Ninja.

When you think of ninjas, many of you might picture them being skilled at hiding from enemies or making a quick escape.

This time, let’s transform into “Oto Ninja,” who perform ninja arts in time with sounds! If you listen closely, you can hear all kinds of sounds.

Move your body to match the sounds you hear, and you’ll also discover the joy of dancing.

Try expanding the conversation by asking, “What sound do you think this is?”

Head over heels for the cosmosHanada Yuuichirou, Ono Atsuko

Crazy About Space / With Mother (Covered by UtaSta)

Still coming! Parachute Balloon full version

This song, themed around space, features a memorable wordplay that lines up the names of planets children explore and the colors of the rainbow in order.

It was broadcast with vocals by Yuichiro Hanada and Atsuko Ono as the “Song of the Month” for April 2020 on NHK E-TV’s Okaasan to Issho.

Created by Yujin Kitagawa of Yuzu, the piece is designed to naturally nurture children’s interest in nature and the universe.

It encourages kids to explore the world with a spirit of adventure and enjoy it with rich imagination.

The track is included on the album “Saishin Best: Uchuu ni Muchuu,” and is characterized by an upbeat, bright tempo that’s perfect for parachute (para-balloon) performances.

With lyrics that spark children’s curiosity and simple, easy-to-remember choreography, it’s ideal for group performances at sports days and school recitals.