I think bands with a lot of tie-ins are good recommendations for kids.
Since there are many chances to hear them, the songs stick in your ears more easily, and that’s enough to spark an interest in the band.
There are also many bands that sing songs matching anime and dramas, so the music will likely come back to life along with the visuals.
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Recommended Japanese bands for kids (1–10)
HarukamiraiKankaku Pierrot
Kankaku Piero is a four-member rock band that has been active since 2013.
This song was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime Black Clover, which has been airing since 2017.
Since the anime is popular with children, the song is cool and highly recommended as well.
I’m a BelieverSPYAIR
SPYAIR is a four-member rock band formed in 2005.
This song was used as the opening theme for Haikyu!! Second Season, a volleyball anime that is especially popular among women.
It’s a refreshing, fast-paced track.
GOBUMP OF CHICKEN
BUMP OF CHICKEN is a four-piece band from Chiba Prefecture that has been active since 1996.
This song was used in the TV commercial for the social game Granblue Fantasy and as the opening theme for the TV anime GRANBLUE FANTASY The Animation.
FLY AGAINMAN WITH A MISSION
MAN WITH A MISSION is a five-member rock band active since 2010.
The members wear wolf costumes, giving them a cool look that would likely delight children as well, making them a visually striking band that can attract even those who haven’t yet developed an interest in music.
Sterling StarKEYTALK
KEYTALK is a four-member rock band that has been active since 2007.
This song was used as the ending theme for the TV anime Dragon Ball Super, which has been airing since 2015.
Although the band was already popular, this placement helped them gain popularity even among children.
Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK
ONE OK ROCK is a four-member rock band that has been active since 2005.
Their music has a strong cool vibe, so if kids listen to One Ok from a young age, they might grow up to be serious music lovers—making them a great recommendation for anyone looking for music to play for children.
Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
UNISON SQUARE GARDEN is a three-piece band formed in 2004.
The vocalist’s voice is very fresh and gentle, making their songs—though they’re a prog band—beautiful and easy to groove to, the kind that even children would enjoy listening to.