Songs we want to sing at the graduation ceremony! A special feature on moving, heart-touching preschool graduation songs

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

Let us introduce a wonderful song that parents and guardians can sing at the entrance ceremony.

“Aoi Sora ni E o Kakou” (Let’s Draw on the Blue Sky) 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.

It features lyrics that spark children’s imaginations and a bright, upbeat melody.

The energetic call-and-response “Ei! Ya!” is fun too, making it great to sing together with the children.

It’s also popular in educational 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.

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

Friendship Hymn

This is a bright, energetic song with the theme of the importance of friendship.

Set to the melody of an American folk tune with Japanese lyrics, it’s characterized by a lively rhythm and approachable words.

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

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

If everyone holds hands, forms a circle, and sings while dancing, smiles are sure to appear naturally.

I think it’s a wonderful song that creates a warm atmosphere to celebrate meeting new friends.

Everyone, everyone is shining.Yugeda Kensuke

Everyone, everyone is shining (unison chorus)

Riding on a cherry-blossom-colored breeze, this heartwarming song by Kensuke Yugeda gently sings of the hopeful arrival of spring.

It carries a message of encouragement for children taking their first steps forward, conveying a sense of anticipation for a shining future.

Its melody, expressing both endearing freshness and the courage to walk toward one’s dreams, tenderly nestles against the listener’s heart.

The piece is included on the album “Shiawase ni Naare” and is a beloved song performed at entrance ceremonies and welcome events for new students in elementary schools across Japan.

Since June 2018, it has been passed down in schools nationwide, and through more than 2,000 school concerts, Mr.

Yugeda has delivered it directly to children.

It is a springtime song brimming with joy, one we hope new students, teachers, and families will listen to.

Smilesakushi: kitagawa yūjin / sakkyoku: kitagawa yūjin

Smile

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

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

With its bright, poppy melody and lyrics that convey a message of believing in the power of a smile, it’s beloved by a wide range of listeners, from children to adults.

It’s perfect for singing at a kindergarten entrance ceremony, and it would also be super cute to dance to with parents at events like sports days.

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

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.