Kids will love it! A collection of dance song ideas with easy-to-follow rhythms
Good news for anyone who wants to enjoy dancing with kids! Here, we’ll introduce dances and music that children will love.
Dance, which nurtures a sense of rhythm and enriches expressive ability, is the perfect musical activity for children’s growth.
Popular dances among kids today include choreography that’s trending on social media and lots of tracks that get everyone excited at sports days and recitals.
There are plenty of classics, too, so adults, be sure to join in, get moving, and have a great time together!
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Kids will love it! A collection of dance song ideas with easy-to-follow rhythms (111–120)
January 1st (as a trial for the beginning of the year)
This is the song associated with New Year’s Day, “Ichigatsu Tsuitachi (Toshi no hajime no tameshi tote).” It was published a very long time ago—lyrics by Sonpu Senge in 1893, with music by Shingyo Ue—and it’s a tune that we Japanese are all very familiar with and still love today.
It’s probably well-known because it was used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s New Year program “Shinshun Kakushigei Taikai.” The song has a slow tempo, so it’s easy for children to add choreography, and I think it would be fun to dance to it at New Year gatherings or with the family when welcoming the new year.
Please give it a try!
Kids will love it! A collection of dance track ideas with easy-to-follow rhythms (121–130)
Peekaboo
This is “Pika Pika Boo,” a dance song from NHK E-tele’s toddler program Inai Inai Baa!.
Since the show is aimed at ages 0–2, the choreography includes moves like crawling around and actions you can do while lying down, so even wobbly-walking babies can enjoy it.
It might be hard to dance to the rhythm right from the start, so try beginning by just enjoying the beat.
It’s a recommended song for your baby’s very first dance.
Exciting Parade
Let me introduce “Ukiki Parade,” which radiates a bright and cheerful vibe.
It’s a rhythmic dance that will definitely make you want to move your body.
For movements like during a parade march, try walking as if you’re marching while moving your arms and legs.
The key is to vary the movements by stepping forward and backward.
The upbeat, positive lyrics alone might give you an energy boost just by listening.
Hum along and have fun together with the children.
Happy Easter
Let me introduce “Happy Easter,” a fun activity where you enjoy expressing yourself with big, full-body movements.
In the spirit of Easter, you’ll pretend to be bunnies and eggs.
Imitate a rabbit by jumping, and use your hands to show its fur as you really get into character.
Spread your arms wide to make the shape of a big egg, too.
You can enjoy this any day, but it’s perfect for Easter events and parties.
Dressing up as a bunny might make it even more exciting.
Give it a try and have fun!
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The pop track Chiguhagu by the male idol group THE SUPER FRUIT is extremely popular, frequently featured in dance-cover videos and on TikTok.
The chorus lyrics and melody—“Chiguhagu Hagu Chiguhagu Hagu”—are irresistibly catchy.
With its bursting, energetic choreography, Chiguhagu is perfect to dance to at sports days or school performances.
Let the cute dance fill both the kids dancing and the audience watching with excitement!
Dream-chasing Furisode Doll
For children who want to try a slightly more mature, smooth dance, we recommend “Yumeoi Furisode Ningyo” (“Dream-Chasing Furisode Doll”).
The song depicts a doll in a furisode kimono imagining what kind of home and family will take her in.
To match the traditional Japanese feel of the music, it’s a great idea to incorporate elements of Nihon-buyo (Japanese classical dance) into the choreography.
Prepare an easy-to-move-in, furisode-style costume and dance as if you yourself are a doll wearing a furisode.
It’s a perfect choice when you want to perform a dance that’s a little different from the others at an event.
I Am the Only One (Donbro Dance)Morisaki Win
A song by Win Morisaki, a male singer born in Yangon, Myanmar, who is also active as an actor in Japan.
It’s the opening theme of the tokusatsu show Avataro Sentai Donbrothers, and its R&B-flavored, groovy arrangement really boosts the excitement.
Since not everyone does the same moves, it might be challenging for younger children, but because it’s a dance from their favorite heroes, they might be able to learn it.
Try simplifying the tricky parts and turning it into a fun dance that kids can enjoy to a song they love.
