Get pumped with kids’ favorite songs! A memorable collection of classics that will make you want to sing along
There are plenty of songs across a wide range of genres that children can enjoy singing.
From timeless favorites like “Sanpo” and “Odoru Pompokolin” to recent kids’ songs, there are many classics loved across generations.
Whether for kindergarten, nursery school, or elementary school music activities—or simply singing together at home—these songs can turn any moment into a wonderful time filled with natural smiles.
From upbeat, energizing tunes to gentle, heartwarming songs, here we introduce pieces that children can enjoy together.
We hope you find a favorite one.
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Get excited with songs kids love! A memorable collection of timeless hits that make you want to sing along (71–80)
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Did you know there’s a song for Eric Carle’s famous picture book The Very Hungry Caterpillar? It’s The Song of the Very Hungry Caterpillar, composed by Toshihiko Shinzawa.
With a relaxed tempo, it recreates the world of the book.
The caterpillar hatches from an egg and grows by eating apples, pears, and leaves.
You can fully act it out with your whole body, becoming the caterpillar as it transforms from an egg into a butterfly.
Full of dreamsSeki Yumiko
Yumiko Seki’s “Yume Ippai” is the song chosen as the very first opening theme for the TV anime Chibi Maruko-chan.
Its lyrics are bursting with excitement that makes you want to run out and play with your friends right away—perfect for energetic kids! By combining ensemble performance and chorus, you can really bring out the children’s overflowing energy.
If you present it at a recital, the parents are sure to listen along with enthusiasm!
Anpanman’s Marchdoriimingu
When it comes to characters beloved by children, Anpanman—created by Takashi Yanase—is a prime example.
“Anpanman’s March” is the opening theme song of the TV anime Soreike! Anpanman, with lyrics also written by Yanase.
It’s a staple song that kids up to about three years old love.
If your child starts saying “Anmanman!” be sure to give it a listen together.
Ganba RangersHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
The exciting intro really gets you pumped! Let me introduce “Ganba Rangers.” It’s one of those wonderful songs that sing about the warmth of family and how much we care for one another.
This song was presented as the song for May 2025.
Both the lyrics and music are by Masashi Sada, a renowned creator of many classic tunes.
The lyrics are sprinkled with themes of family love and the feelings children have, and even though the melody is upbeat, you might find yourself moved to tears as you listen.
It’s a poppy number you’ll want to sing along to with your kids.
P.A.R.T.Y. ~Universe Festival~DA PUMP
A dance number from DA PUMP following “U.S.A.,” which was selected for the 2018 Japan Record Awards Excellent Work Award.
The previous “Ii ne Dance” had an addictive quality that made anyone start moving as soon as they heard the song, but the signature move of this track is, plainly, the “Baiin Dance.” The original inspiration is said to be a dance popular among American youth.
The name reportedly comes from Ken Shimura’s iconic “Aiin,” as a tribute.
With its very comical movements, it’s sure to capture children’s hearts.
Children all around the world
Everyone around the world can feel happiness in children’s smiles, right? This is a song with lyrics by Toshihiko Shinzawa that wishes for peace to come to the world through the smiles and singing voices of children.
If children of all kinds, from all races around the world, smile, the world will be filled with smiles.
But if they cry, the world will shed tears as well.
Listening to this song makes us once again hope for a world where every child, everywhere, can keep smiling and singing without tears.
Some people have even created choreography to match the song and posted videos, so check them out along with the music and be sure to try dancing too!
Tomatotto…? Chili Pepper — Vegetable ShiritoriKakijima Shinji / Hanakappa (Nakagawa Rie) Momokappa (Shishido Rumi)
You’ll be soothed by its cheerful, cute, country-style tune.
It’s a shiritori song that uses the names of vegetables.
It was released in 2015 as the ending theme for NHK’s children’s anime Hanakappa.
If you used to watch Hanakappa in the mornings or evenings, it will surely sound familiar.
As you’d expect, the sound of the words is fantastic, and you’ll find yourself humming along.
If you sing it together as a family, your child might even get over their dislike of vegetables before you know it.
