Get pumped with kids’ favorite songs! A memorable collection of classics that will make you want to sing along

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!

Abracadabra spellchibi maruko-chan & baku chuu mondai

Yakushiji Kindergarten: 2024 Infant Department Sports Day – Parent-Child Dance for the 3-Year-Old Class “Arara’s Magic”

Here’s a lively, catchy song that kids can sing and dance to with joy! Released in 2004, this piece was used as the ending theme for the anime Chibi Maruko-chan until 2012 and has continued to be loved by children.

Performed by Chibi Maruko-chan with Bakuchu Mondai, it features bright, cheerful vocals and lyrics that feel like a mysterious spell.

Composed by Mayo Okamoto with lyrics by Momoko Sakura, the song weaves everyday moments and feelings into warm, heartfelt words.

It’s an ideal dance track for creating a fun atmosphere at sports festivals, encouraging kids to move energetically and express themselves.

It’s also great for childcare settings, where everyone can enjoy coming up with choreography together.

Oh, the ranch is green.

Oh, the pasture is green — oh, the pasture is green; over the sea of grass the wind blows~ (with gestures)

Let’s move our bodies to the rhythm! Here are some ideas for “Oh, the Meadow is Green.” These ideas are perfect for summer, when the weather is nice and the air is crisp.

They’re especially recommended if you’re thinking, “What song should we sing this month?” or “I’m looking for something with a good rhythm!” The song “Oh, the Meadow is Green” is the Japanese version of the folk song “Ach, synku, synku”/“Ach, krásná louka” (often known in English as “Ah, Lovely Meadow”), which has been sung for a long time in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

By adding some choreography, you can enjoy engaging with the music even more.

Norimaki Pera Pari Ondo

[Norimaki Pera Pali Ondo ◆ Live-Action Dance Ver. / Okaasan to Issho July 2022 Monthly Song] NHK E-Tele

The song “Norimaki Perapari Ondo,” which kids love, is a perfect summer tune and comes highly recommended for festival bon dances.

The catchy “perapari perapari” lyrics have a lively tempo that gives the intro a sense that something fun is about to begin.

The dance is simple and easy to learn, so children around age three can enjoy dancing to it as well.

It’s perfect for the summer festival season, too.

Dressing in yukata or jinbei to enjoy the festivities is a great idea.

Be sure to sing it and make it part of your summer memories.

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Picnic

♪ Picnic <with gestures> Let's go over the hill while whistling a tune ~ ♪ [Children's song]

With its lively, energetic rhythm, “Picnic” is a sprightly song that makes you want to start walking.

Ducks, goats, dogs, and pigs appear in the lyrics.

Try singing while imitating their animal sounds! If you ask the children what sounds each animal makes before singing, they’ll be able to enjoy the song more while understanding its meaning.

Since it’s a song about heading to the fun place that is a picnic, sing it brightly and cheerfully with the children.

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Cavity Germ ExerciseTokyo Haiji

Mushibaikin Exercise: The Tooth-Brushing Song—What Happens to the Germs Then? (Tokyo Heidi)

This is a friendly, upbeat song that makes the importance of brushing teeth fun to learn.

By combining animation and music, it clearly conveys why toothbrushing matters in a visually engaging way.

Included on the album “Tokyo Heidi: Kids’ Best Hits,” released in June 2021, this track is also sung in nurseries and kindergartens.

“I don’t want cavities, but I don’t like brushing!” Even kids who feel that way might naturally become interested in brushing as they sing and dance along.

It seems perfect for enjoying toothbrushing time both at home and at school.

Let’s hang out!Hayami Kentarō

2016 School Year Tega no Oka Kindergarten and Nursery School Sports Day – Junior Class

“Aoyo!” is a fun song that excites children’s hearts.

The lyrics capture the joy of playing with friends under the blue sky and the thrill of trying new things.

Kentaro Hayami’s gentle singing voice sparks children’s curiosity.

Released in January 2023, this song is perfect for events at daycare centers and kindergartens.

If everyone sings and dances together, it’s sure to turn into a parade full of smiles.

Singing along with children also helps deepen communication.

Even kids who aren’t fond of playing outside might feel energized by listening to this song.

Be sure to use it to create happy memories.