[Entrance Ceremony] Let smiles spread through song! A recommended collection of songs perfect for nursery and kindergarten advancement as well

Kindergarten starting in springSakushi: Yoda Jun’ichi / Sakkyoku: Nakada Yoshinao

[Children’s Song] From Spring: Kindergarten (with lyrics) / Lyrics by Junichi Yoda, Music by Yoshinao Nakata, Arrangement by Shirō Hayakawa / Entrance Ceremony, Events, Kindergarten / Piano Accompaniment, Singing with Piano

This is a children’s song that brims with the joy of starting a new preschool life along with the warm spring weather.

It features short, repeated phrases and a bright melody, gently conveying children’s anticipation for the kindergarten or nursery days ahead.

The lyrics were written by Junichi Yoda, and the music was composed by Yoshinao Nakata.

Loved since the postwar era, it has been included in many collections of seasonal songs, beginning with the album “Spring Entrance and Enrollment Songs,” released in March 2010.

It’s perfect as an introduction to ease the nerves of children at entrance or advancement ceremonies.

If the teacher plays it on the piano and everyone sings along or claps in rhythm, it will set the stage for a wonderful, smile-filled start.

Song of CourageOno Atsuko

"Song of Courage" Music Video – Theme song of the Shimajiro movie "Shimajiro and the Song of Courage" – In theaters Friday, March 14, 2025

It’s a song that gently yet powerfully encourages children as they leap into a new world.

Created as the theme song for the movie Shimajiro: “Shimajiro to Yuuki no Uta,” released in March 2025, “Yuuki no Uta” is a track filled with the importance of trusting your friends and the courage to take a step forward.

The vocalist is Atsuko Ono, beloved by many parents and children from NHK E-Tele’s “Okaasan to Issho.” She drew attention for not only singing the song but also making her first attempt at voice acting in the film.

Just as the audience joins together in song during a scene in the movie, the melody is designed to make it easy for everyone to sing along.

As a pep song to blow away anxious feelings, it’s recommended for teachers and children to sing together at entrance ceremonies and advancement gatherings!

Song of GanbarimanSakushi: Tomorogi Yuyukio / Sakkyoku: Mine Akira

[Children’s Song] The Song of Ganbariman

This is a lively, upbeat cheer song that gives a gentle push to children who are nervous about a new environment.

It’s filled with the joy of teaming up with friends and a positive spirit, and just listening to it will fill you with courage.

Created by Akira Mine and Yukio Tomorogi, this piece is included on the album “Hoick Recommends! Nursery Songs for 12 Months—Songs and Activities to Enjoy the Seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter,” released in January 2019.

It’s perfect not only for entrance ceremonies and moving up to the next class, but also for uniting hearts at sports days.

Designed to be easy for teachers to sing and play, it’s also a valuable addition to everyday childcare repertoires.

Raise your voices together to the bright melody, and anxious feelings will blow away, bringing smiles to everyone’s faces.

Spring has come!Sakushi: Nakamura Masato / Sakkyoku: Nakamura Masato

[Children's Song] 'Spring Is Here!' (Sign Language Video) Sign Choreography: Aono [Nursery Rhyme/Song] [Sign Language Song] [Kindergarten/School Entrance Ceremony]

Children who feel anxious and nervous about the new environment of daycare or kindergarten.

This is a warm, spring-like song that seems to gently embrace such children.

The lively atmosphere of spring creatures and plants described in the lyrics feels as if they’re welcoming the children who are about to start school.

Singing it when something new is beginning can spark excitement and a positive mindset! There’s also a sign language version, so it’s recommended to incorporate it when singing together with the children already enrolled.

Friends again tomorrowsakushi sakkyoku : Nishiwaki Yui

Friends again tomorrow

Entrance ceremonies are full of brand-new encounters.

Not only will you meet your teachers—you’ll also make lots of friends.

Laughing and crying together, and sometimes even arguing with those friends, are all part of the many experiences that make kindergarten life so special.

This song expresses heartwarming interactions with friends, to help children who are about to enter daycare or kindergarten look forward to spending their days with many new companions.

It’s also a great choice to sing as a gift from current students to the newcomers.

Holding hands or clapping along while singing will make the atmosphere even more joyful.

The Root of the Heartsakushi sakkyoku: Minami Yume

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This piece, written and composed by Yume Minami, who has extensive experience in childcare and early childhood education, expresses children’s growth as the accumulation of small daily changes, with the hope that these build the emotional foundation that will support their future.

Included on the album “Columbia Kids: Songs for the First Journey—Graduation Songs,” released in November 2016, it has become a staple for kindergarten graduation ceremonies.

However, its theme of cherishing first friends and new encounters also makes it perfect for entrance ceremonies and the start of a new school year.

It is a classic springtime song that beautifully marks new beginnings, ideal for parents and teachers to sing as they wish for the healthy growth of the children ahead.

Doraemon: Make My Dreams Come Truemao

Doraemon: Make My Dreams Come True

This masterpiece, filled with lyrics that capture dreams of secret gadgets and mao’s clear, gentle vocals, greatly heightens the anticipation for the days to come in kindergarten life.

Sung by female singer mao, it was her major-label debut single released in July 2007 and was chosen as the opening theme not only for the TV series of the beloved national anime Doraemon but also for its films.

Featuring lively choruses by the Himawari Kids, this track is perfect for everyone to sing together at the entrance ceremony.

When its familiar, universally known melody fills the venue, the faces of nervous children will surely brighten.

Let’s clap along with the parents and warmly welcome the new kindergarteners with smiles.