[Entrance Ceremony] Songs We All Want to Sing! A Collection of Recommended Cheer Songs for Spring Send-offs

Friend, friendSakushi/Sakkyoku: Yamazaki Hiroshi

Friends, Friends [Piano] [Daycare] [With Lyrics (Subtitles ON)] [Kindergarten] [Entrance Ceremony] [Advancement Ceremony] [Sign Language Song] [Morning Meeting] [Rhythm Play] [Clapping] [Hiroshi Yamazaki]

Written and composed by Hiroshi Yamazaki, this heartwarming song centers on the theme of friendship.

Set to a bright and approachable melody, the lyrics express the bonds and gratitude shared with friends.

It is included on the album “Arigatou Kokoro o Komete,” released by King Records, and is often sung on special occasions such as kindergarten entrance and class advancement ceremonies.

Because it can be sung with hand claps, it also helps foster a sense of unity among children.

It’s a perfect song for an entrance ceremony, so consider adding it to your program.

Let’s draw a picture in the blue sky.Sakushi: Kazumi Kazuki / Sakkyoku: Hajime Kamishiba

Heisei 25 (2013) Tega no Oka Kindergarten Music Recital – Senior Class – Singing – Let’s Paint a Picture in the Blue Sky

We would like to introduce a wonderful song that parents and guardians can sing at the entrance ceremony.

“Aoi Sora ni E wo Kakou” is a lively piece that sings of a dreamlike world, where you draw a big ship in the blue sky and set off on an adventure.

Its lyrics spark children’s imaginations, and it features a bright, uplifting melody.

The cheerful call-and-response of “Ei! Yaa!” is fun too, making it great to sing energetically together with the children.

It’s also popular in early childhood education settings, so singing it at the entrance ceremony will surely delight the kids.

It’s perfect for easing the nerves of children who may feel anxious in a new environment.

Everyone’s Daycare (Kindergarten) from TodaySakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Shinzawa Toshihiko

Everyone’s daycare starting today

This song, with its bright and charming melody and lyrics, is a perfect, fun choice for entrance ceremonies.

Written and composed by Toshihiko Shinzawa, it is included on the album “Toshihiko Shinzawa’s Cheerful Songs for Kindergarten Life.” The lyrics express excitement and anticipation for a new environment, making it a piece that resonates with children’s feelings.

Adding choreography and dancing along would make it even more enjoyable to sing.

It’s great not only for entrance ceremonies but also for everyday childcare activities, so be sure to sing it together with the children.

It’s sure to be a wonderful time filled with smiles.

Smilesakushi: kitagawa yūjin / sakkyoku: kitagawa yūjin

Smile

Just by singing and dancing, this lively song makes your heart flutter and fills you with happiness.

Written and composed by Yuujin Kitagawa, it’s included on the album “Yuzu Smile,” released in July 2003.

Featuring a bright, pop melody and lyrics that believe in the power of a smile, it’s loved by a wide range of listeners from children to adults.

It’s perfect for singing at kindergarten entrance ceremonies, and it would be adorable to dance to with parents at events like sports days.

It’s a wonderful song that brings smiles to everyone!

Friendship HymnSakushi: Sakata Hiroo / Sakkyoku: Amerika Min’yō

Friendship Hymn

This is a bright and lively song with the theme of the importance of friendship.

Set to the melody of an American folk tune with Japanese lyrics, it features a light rhythm and friendly, approachable words.

It spread from the 1970s to the 1980s and has been cherished in school education and as part of choir repertoires.

It’s perfect for entrance ceremonies to ease the nerves of new students.

If everyone holds hands in a circle and sings and dances together, smiles are sure to come naturally.

I think it’s a lovely song that creates a warm atmosphere to celebrate new friendships.

Bouquet of the Windsakushi: nakata arihiro / sakkyoku: nakagawa hirotaka

Kindergarten Chorus “Bouquet of Wind” « Life Presentation Day « Gifu Shotoku Gakuen University Affiliated Kindergarten

We’re pleased to introduce the perfect song for welcoming ceremonies that celebrate children taking their first new steps.

With lyrics by Arihiro Nakata and music by Hirotaka Nakagawa, this piece paints a dreamy world where a bouquet gathers breezes from around the globe and is delivered to you.

It carries messages that nurture the joy of waking up early, the courage to try new things, and the spirit of sharing happiness with others—its warm lyrics gently resonate with children’s hearts.

Included on the album “Omoide Ippai! Sotsuen Song,” it’s often sung at kindergarten and nursery school entrance ceremonies.

Highly recommended for anyone who wants to see children’s faces filled with hope.

Nice to meet you—at the kindergarten entrance ceremony—NEW!Sakkyoku: Kamishiba Hajime / Shi: Murata Sachiko

Nice to meet you—at the kindergarten entrance ceremony—

This song is perfect for the entrance ceremony that marks the start of a new life, where children exchange their first “Nice to meet you” greetings with new friends and teachers.

Its bright melody builds excitement for the days to come at the kindergarten, naturally easing children’s nerves and bringing out their smiles.

Lyricist Sachiko Murata and composer Hajime Ueshiba are a proven duo who have worked on numerous educational pieces, including songs for NHK’s children’s programs and school textbooks.

The track is included on the album “Nyūen/Nyūgaku Haruharu Kids Song,” released in February 2024, and the lively vocals by Himawari Kids evoke the arrival of spring.

Since it’s a short song, it’s easy to incorporate into the ceremony’s flow, and it’s also recommended for everyone to sing together as an introduction before self-introductions in the new class!