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)
Sun Sun Exercisedoriimingu
The dance song “Sansan Taisou” is well known at daycares and kindergartens.
If a child likes Anpanman, it’s safe to say they know this song.
It’s an adorable tune with easy-to-copy choreography that even young children can imitate, incorporating poses of characters from Anpanman.
It’s fun just to sing, but if you don’t dislike dancing, please try doing the dance at least once.
Aside from the character poses, all the moves are the same, so you’ll pick it up right away after dancing it once!
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.
Lots of heartsYokoyama Daisuke / Mitani Takumi
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Original song – Hikaru Tamura – Hikaru Tamura
With gentle lyrics and a heartwarming melody, this song naturally conveys feelings of love to children.
“Hearts Everywhere,” which appeared on NHK’s Okaasan to Issho in April 2012, features lyrics by Toshiyuki Aoshima and music by Megumi Ohashi.
Its rhythmic, catchy style makes it easy to love even on the first listen.
The rhythm and melody are also perfect for parents and children to sing together.
The lyrics are filled with “hearts galore,” creating an atmosphere brimming with kindness.
It’s a cute and soothing song that makes you smile just by listening.
Get excited with kids' favorite songs! A collection of unforgettable classics that will make you want to sing along (81–90)
The whale is listening.Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
https://www.tiktok.com/@okaitsu0936/video/7367962907637796104A gentle ballad that feels very soothing, NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” Song of May 2024, “Kujira ga Kiiteiru” (The Whale Is Listening), is written and composed by Beautiful Hummingbird.
Beautiful Hummingbird is a duo consisting of vocalist Mitsuko Koike and guitarist Nobuaki Tabata.
With lyrics that depict the way sounds of nature connect—such as “the whale, the frog, and the wind are listening”—and a tender melody, the song gives a sense that everyone is connected.
The animation is by picture-book and animation artist Osamu Sakai, whose warm, picture-book-like visuals further enhance the song’s world.
Bibi-bi Beam!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
https://www.tiktok.com/@noa_cocoro557/video/7359168999134924033A song that makes you want to start dancing! Let me introduce “Bibi-Bi Beam!” From the very intro, an exciting melody kicks in, and the song begins with distinctive choreography—“Bibi-Bi Beam!” is sure to capture children’s interest.
Premiered in February 2024, the lyrics are by Nemuko Oikawa and the music is by Tsuyoshi Ike.
The catchy, energizing magic phrase will stick in your head.
Learn the dance and try it with your kids—it’s guaranteed to be a hit!
stroll
Sampo, the opening theme of Studio Ghibli’s film My Neighbor Totoro released in 1988, is a hugely popular song among children of every generation.
Its bright rhythm that makes you want to start walking, along with lyrics that seem to capture the joys kids discover on a stroll, make singing it feel like going on an adventure! The song is also popular as a dance tune, so it’s fun to come up with choreography that matches the words and try dancing to it.
Perfect as BGM or for dances at school sports days!
Bento sausagesHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
Obento Wiener is a fun song that depicts wieners anxiously waiting to see if they’ll be included in a field-trip lunchbox.
It was the January 2024 song on NHK’s Okaasan to Issho.
The lyrics and music were written by musician Wataru Hirano, who also contributes songs to other NHK children’s programs such as Inai Inai Baa! and Otousan to Issho.
The lyrics portray the wieners nervously waiting to find out whether they’ll be placed in the lunchbox along with other side dishes.
It’s a song that may spark children’s interest in food.