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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Karada Dandan
“Karada Dandan” is a song that began airing in 2019 on NHK Educational TV’s music education program for ages 2 to 4, “Okaasan to Issho.” From the start it was hugely popular and became a must-have exercise-and-dance number in the daily broadcasts.
In the routine, kids pretend to be crabs, dinosaurs, and monkeys, imitating the movements of different creatures and dancing with their whole bodies.
In fact, these moves intentionally incorporate motions that children don’t often use in everyday life.
I think one reason this song is so popular is that it gives kids a sense of accomplishment—“I did it!” Be sure to get moving and play along with your child!
Magic of SmilesŌhara Yuiko
This is “Egao no Mahou,” the opening theme for the anime Hanakappa on NHK Educational TV, which has been airing since 2010.
The song has been the opening theme since 2019.
It’s sung by singer-songwriter Yuiko Ohara and was released in 2019 as her seventh single.
It’s so cute to see Yuiko Ohara herself, who actually sings the song, doing the dance.
The tempo is fast and upbeat, but the choreography is simple, so once you learn it, you’ll have fun dancing along.
And even if you mess up the moves, dancing together to the music will lift your spirits! Come on, let’s dance with Hanakappa!
Jamboree Mickey!Tokyo Dizunīrando
Jamboree Mickey! is a fun dance performed together with Mickey and his friends in front of Cinderella Castle at Tokyo Disneyland.
Released in 2019 as a program for children, this dance gets you moving with lots of energy! One of the highlights is its familiar, catchy melody that even features the tune from the Mickey Mouse March.
Dancing on your own is of course fun, but this dance is especially recommended for moving around and dancing together with friends—just like Mickey and his pals!
100% CourageHikaru GENJI
The theme song of the long-running anime Nintama Rantarō.
This song, which has been used unchanged the entire time, is a well-known tune recognized by kids of every generation.
Starting with Hikaru Genji and later passed down through many Johnny’s groups like Hey! Say! JUMP and Sexy Zone, it’s been sung by a wide range of artists.
With its energetic, catchy vibe, it’s perfect as a dance number for sports days and school performances, too! Because it’s such a famous song from a long-running show, many videos on streaming sites introduce the choreography.
You can use those as references, create your own original moves, or take inspiration from the choreo of Johnny’s groups—there are lots of ways to enjoy it!
Dancing Rockin’ Monster
This is “Dancing Rockin’ Monsters” from Japo Kids Recitals & Sports Day, which provides dance and music materials for kindergartens, nursery schools, and elementary schools.
The song has a Halloween vibe.
The lyrics tell of monsters starting to dance enthusiastically to rock music.
The choreography features easy-to-copy moves like go-go dance steps and side-to-side crab walking, making it simple to learn by imitation.
It’s too good to save just for Halloween—be sure to enjoy dancing to it in everyday play, too!
Odoru Pompoko RinB.B. Kuīnzu
The opening theme of the anime Chibi Maruko-chan, Odoru Pompokolin, is hugely popular with kids.
The original version by B.B.
Queens was released in 1990, and cover versions by groups like Momoiro Clover Z and E-girls—singing and dancing to it—are also a big hit! The B.B.
Queens version mainly featured hand movements in the choreography, but in the Momoclo version the melody is arranged with a samba vibe, turning it into an energetic, super fun dance.
Let’s all practice the Momoclo version and have infants dance together with toddlers and elementary school kids!
My cutest featureFRUITS ZIPPER
The song “My Cutest Part” features a catchy melody and adorable lyrics that leave a strong impression.
It celebrates an idol discovering her own charm and sharing that joy with fans.
Digitally released in April 2022, it went viral on social media and became a huge hit.
In September 2023, it was released as a CD single in nine versions, including solo jacket editions for each member.
With its bright, energetic vibe, it’s perfect for dancing with kids and is highly recommended for events like sports days and recitals where everyone can have fun dancing together.
As you follow the lyrics, you can also enjoy the process of discovering your own “cutest part.”