Popular songs recommended for nursery school sports days! A roundup of classic crowd-pleasers and the latest hits

The preschool sports day is a once-a-year event that the children really look forward to! And you can’t do without BGM to boost the excitement! Upbeat music makes the competitions and dances even more fun, and it brightens the mood of both the children and the cheering adults.

Here, we’ll introduce recommended songs for sports day.

We’ve gathered energetic tracks that lift your spirits just by listening—beloved anime songs for kids, exercise tunes everyone can enjoy, and familiar classics.

Find songs that match the theme of your sports day or class, and create a fun atmosphere!

Playlist

Popular songs recommended for nursery school sports days! A roundup of classic crowd-pleasers and the latest hits
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Song of GanbarimanSakushi: Tomorogi Yuyukio / Sakkyoku: Mine Akira		An encouraging song that gives you courage in a new environment
2	OrangeSPYAIR		Supporting children's growth with a hopeful singing voice
3	Ballooooon！！Naoto Intiraymi		A song that depicts the pure heart of a child
4	DREAMIN’ONDa-iCE		An exhilarating song that sings of infinite possibilities
5	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		A song with a bright melody that sings of the courage to move forward
6	Your AdventureOkazaki Taiiku		“Yūki no Uta” by Okazaki Taiiku, a song that hypes up the sports festival
7	Nice idea!Ryokushokushakai		Positive morning vibes and a fun rhythm
8	Colorfulyuzu		Colorful hope and the brightness of everyday life
9	Zankyo SankaAimer		A sports day song by Aimer that sings of hope and courage
10	Monster’s Flower SongVaundy		An energetic song introduction to liven up the sports day
11	Blue and SummerMrs.GREEN APPRE		Depicting summer scenes in a youth-themed song
12	I wish you lots of happinessnaniwa danshi		Let's get hyped with Naniwa Danshi's cheer song 'Sachiare'!
13	swallowYOASOBI with Midorīzu		A children's cheer song with an SDGs message
14	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		Drama theme song, a track you can dance to with kids
15	La-la-la! Tropical Carnival!gaagaaS		A tropical carnival-style sports day dance song
16	dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE		An energetic song that gets the venue hyped with its music
17	Tattayuzu		Yuzu’s cheer song: moving forward while valuing individuality
18	Sumo ExerciseKeroponzu		Sumo Taiso is a fun song popular with children.
19	idolYOASOBI		YOASOBI's powerful sports day song
20	ultramarineYOASOBI		“Gunjou” is recommended for the parachute (parachute play/para-balloon).
21	POKÉDANCEnanahira		A fun dance tune that celebrates friendship and new encounters
22	OLA!!yuzu		A song that faces forward, conveying hope and courage
23	Smile (Hanakappa)Kamisiraishi Moka		Hanakappa's opening theme, a classic filled with smiles
24	CharacterRyokushokushakai		Encourage children with an uplifting cheer song
25	Heart, on the dancing side.meiyo		Bright, upbeat songs perfect for a children's sports day
26	Halloween! Halloween!Machico		The lively singing voice of Machico from Hiroshima
27	Obake bake bake gaccha!Keroponzu		A ghost song you can dance to for Halloween
28	Haro Hallowin Win is about to start!Mori Asami		Children are overjoyed with the Halloween song
29	The Ghost Picture Book SongMizuki Nana		Theme song of Obake Zukan, a Halloween dance track
30	Little Ghost-chan DanceKutsuna Mika		Ghost-chan's Halloween Dance Song
31	GeGeGe no KitaroAdo		Smiles with the song of GeGeGe no Kitaro
32	A I U E O musicGReeeeN		A happy song that conveys the power of words and resonates with children
33	stroll		Totoro’s “Sanpo” is a delightful classic.
34	Anpanman Taiso (Anpanman Gymnastics)		Anpanman Taiso is a fun and lively song.
35	Anpanman’s March		Anpanman is a very popular character among children.
36	100% Courage		An iconic song that gives you energy at a sports day
37	The railroad tracks go on forever.		A musical piece for a hopeful train journey
38	Color-Color Explorer!icchī・naru		Enjoy color and adventure with a colorful song
39	Age-age donuts		Donut Dance, let’s have fun and dance!
40	Festival Dokkyun		Summer Festival Dance “Omatsuri Dokkyun”
41	Bean Squadron Bibin-Biin		The Bean Squadron protects love and peace!
42	Toy Cha-Cha-Cha		Expand children's dreams with a toy song
43	What is this, Panda Samba?		Let's have fun dancing the Panda Samba!
44	Nyan-Para☆Dance		Dance that enjoys cat-like movements
45	Poyoyon March		Give children courage with an upbeat march
46	Exciting Parade		A bright, rhythmic dance song
47	Watch out for hornets!		Learning about danger through the hornet dance
48	Tsubame (YOASOBI with Midories)		A heartwarming song that depicts a swallow’s small dream
49	Groovy Vehicle Dance Medley		Let's have fun moving our bodies with a vehicles medley
50	Fruit Dance Roundup!		A dance where you have fun singing the names of fruits
51	The Pupu and Humu Incident-Solving Dance		The Cute Dance Song of Butt Detective
52	Mīchatta Dance		Bring out children’s smiles and energy through fun dance
53	Children all over the world		Let's dance to a song that wishes for children's happiness.
54	To the Sun in the Palm of Your Hand		Song of the Joy of Being Alive
55	Insect Tai Chi		Expressing insect movements through Tai Chi
56	Green light from the blue sky		With a green light from the blue sky, toward a fun future
57	Hyurara boon-boon!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		Gets you hyped! An energizing track has arrived
58	We were born with a bang!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A rhythmic summer song with an impressive sound of Japanese taiko drums
59	Theme of the Little Monster		Let's have fun with monsters' song and dance
60	Happy Easter		A fun dance with an Easter theme
61	Happy SongTokyo Dizunīrando		Expressing friendship and joy with a bright song
62	Ta-da-da-da-daaa!		A bright, uplifting song that gives you courage and is fun to dance to.
63	Let’s take a step into the future		Shimajiro's cheer song encourages children.
64	La La La ExercisegaagaaS		A gymnastics song that kids can enjoy dancing to
65	PopopopoposeGReeeeN		Perfect for children’s program theme songs and exercises on NHK!
66	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		WANIMA's 'Yatte Miyou' is an energizing song.
67	nectarineterebi senshi		A bright and fun children's song from Tensai TV-kun
68	Helloyama × bocchiboromaru		Cheering Song by yama and Bocchi Boromaru
69	It’s a sweets-ful time!Tokyo Dizunīrando		A pop dance song by Vanellope for children
70	Hero of the Sports DayShinzawa Toshihiko		A children's hero song cheering on a sports day
71	PLAYERSYOASOBI		Turning game memories into music with YOASOBI's new song
72	Heaven and HellOfufenbakku		The appeal of exhilarating classic songs perfect for sports days
73	March “Beyond the K-Point”Takahashi Shinya		The appeal of brass band marches that liven up sports days
74	Abracadabra spellchibi maruko-chan & baku chuu mondai		Iconic songs from Chibi Maruko-chan to enjoy with children
75	Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA		Opening theme song of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, courage and indomitable spirit
76	Aim to be a Pokémon MasterMatsumoto Rika		Singing the spirit of adventure with Rica Matsumoto’s powerful vocals
77	Maru Maru Mori MoriKaoru to Tomoki, tama ni Mukku.		A heartwarming song with bright, uplifting lyrics
78	Critical HitRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS' Song of Challenge
79	Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala		An anthem that encourages the courage to face setbacks
80	William Tell OvertureRosshīni		A magnificent overture, marked by a powerful rhythm
81	Koo Lu LeeTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu		Baymax’s fun dance track with energetic choreography
82	B A Y M A XTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu		Baymax’s Fun Dance Song
83	Happiness Is HereTōkyō Dizunī Rizōto		Easy to dance to as the main song of a Disney parade
84	Anpanman Exercisedoriimingu		Music for the beanbag toss event at a sports day
85	Baroque HoedownJean Jacques Perrey		Electronic music from a Moog synthesizer is the theme song of a Disney parade
86	The EntertainerScott Joplin		Bright and dynamic jazz piano piece
87	Music Collection for Sports Day: Go Go GoZama Yoshihiro		A collection of powerful songs perfect for sports day
88	I am the strongest.Ado		The powerful in-film song from the movie One Piece
89	Freak It! ft. Tokyo Ska Paradise OrchestraMAN WITH A MISSION		A fiery track that fuses rock and ska
90	together; along with; bothWANIMA		A classic whose uplifting vocals give your heart a gentle push forward
91	Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai		A dynamic song that depicts a passionate page of youth
92	100% CourageHikaru GENJI		The cheering song of Nintama Rantarō that gives energy and courage
93	We are little pirates.hiromichi & tanizou		Make kindergarteners happy and energetic with a pirate dance
94	Color Explorersicchī・naru		A Child's Adventure Song into a Colorful World
95	Sun Sun Exercisedoriimingu		The Anpanman exercise song is very popular among children.
96	RainbowKamijiyusuke		A shining anthem of hope for the sports festival—let’s dance together!
97	Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo		The opening theme song of the new Pokémon anime
98	Everyone’s a star!Haisukūru Myūjikaru		Disney movie, a classic you can sing and dance to
99	One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		A powerful song that cheers on youth is born.
100	superstarKetsumeishi		The importance of letting hidden talents shine
101	Heavy rotationAKB48		An exhilarating, youth-filled pop song
102	Playful Love Ai AiHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A song for parents and children to enjoy together with cat-themed music
103	I want to ride a vehicle.Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		A fun vehicle-themed song has arrived!
104	March of the RoadHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya		Perfect for sports day! A lively march is here.
105	Ghost Party		Nurturing children's imagination with Halloween music
106	Shimajiro Ondo!		A lively rhythm that makes the heart dance—a song loved by children
107	Kupurupā is a secret word!		An insert song from a film that portrays children's bonds and adventures
108	Disney exercises		Let's have fun dancing to Disney music!
109	Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5		The anime ending theme by Dream5 is extremely popular.
110	My cutest featureFRUITS ZIPPER		An idol song discovers my own charm
111	APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars		Global hit songs of K-pop and American pop!
112	But no loveRainy。		An energetic song that both adults and children can enjoy
113	Let’s have fun.Shoko&The Akilla		A heartwarming song that gently embraces children
114	WINNER! Gojuuger!Wienners		The theme song for the 50th anniversary of Super Sentai is captivating.
115	Only One StoryZEROBASEONE		An inspiring song that celebrates hope and adventure
116	Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento		A lively and cheerful song with a borderline dance
117	Shinako Worldshinako		Shinako’s captivating songs capture the hearts of children.
118	Lovely Wonderlandshimajirou		A song that celebrates children's sense of adventure and joy
119	Smilesakushi: kitagawa yūjin / sakkyoku: kitagawa yūjin		A song that makes you feel energized when you sing and dance
120	Happy ChildrenShinzawa Toshihiko		A song where children's smiles bring happiness to those around them
121	Peep-peep, pao!Kimura Kaera		Hanakappa’s new opening theme will be performed by Kaela Kimura.
122	Idol Precure with You♪ Light Up!Ishii Ami, Kumada Akane, Yoshitake Chihaya		Anime songs convey the bonds of friendship and the power of music.
123	Make you happyNiziU		Delivering smiles and energy with NiziU’s debut song
124	Ebi KanicsKeroponzu		The “Ebikanics” dance popular with children
125	Super Energetic ExerciseSatō Hiromichi		Warm up energetically with Hiromichi Sato’s exercises
126	SmileMori Nana		The impressive song of Oronamin CCM
127	Here we go!HIKAKIN & SEIKIN		The fun opening theme of the Fish-Man Island arc of ONE PIECE
128	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		A refreshing song that sings of the brilliance of youth.
129	Coco☆Natsuhiromichi & tanizou		Hiro-michi Sato and Kunihiro Taniguchi’s Sports Day Exercises
130	Happinessarashi		A popular single by Arashi, a fast-paced, poppy theme song
131	Sign of LovePUFFY		PUFFY’s “Ai no Shirushi” is popular again
132	Odoru Pompoko RinMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		The famous song 'Odoru Pompokolin' from the anime 'Chibi Maruko-chan'