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

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

A wonderful song, harmonizing gentleness and strength, has been born as the film’s theme song.

Atsuko Ono’s warm singing voice eases the anxiety of taking that first step and gives you courage.

Centered on themes of bonds with friends and the importance of believing in yourself, the piece delivers a heartwarming message.

Written specifically for a film releasing in March 2025, it blends beautifully with the story.

Ono also takes on her first voice-acting role in the film, showcasing new charms beyond her singing.

It’s perfect not only for families to enjoy at the theater, but also for activities in preschools and kindergartens, and for singing and dancing together at home.

It’s a lovely song that stays close to children’s hearts and cheers them on as they take new steps.

Full of dreamsSeki Yumiko

OP1 – Full of Dreams

Its refreshing melody brims with kindness and dreams, and the vocals—filled with the children’s wholehearted excitement—are truly captivating.

You can feel the desire to cherish the spirited feelings from childhood while enjoying encounters with new friends and the thrill of adventure.

In harmony with Yumiko Seki’s translucent voice, each day feels fun and pure emotions overflow.

Released in April 1990, this work captured the hearts of audiences from children to adults as the opening theme for the first season of the TV anime Chibi Maruko-chan.

It’s the perfect cheer song for energetic kids who can quickly make friends in a new environment.

Sparkly Kingdom on the Cloudsshimajirou

[Dance for Sports Day that toddlers can do too] On the Shining Kingdom’s Clouds 🌈 [Kindergarten, Nursery School, Recital]

With its bright, bouncy melody and captivating vocals, this song instantly captures children’s hearts.

Set in a mysterious world above the clouds, it’s packed with dreams and excitement, making any sports day dance program even more delightful.

It’s the theme song for the film “Shimajiro and the Prince of the Twinkling Kingdom,” released in March 2022, and it’s brimming with Shimajiro’s charming worldview.

The easy-to-learn choreography and upbeat, positive message resonate with children and energize the event.

The simple dance moves are designed so everyone can join in together.

It’s an exceptionally wonderful track that adds extra sparkle to the atmosphere of sports day.

Donut SongSakushi/Sakkyoku: Makimiki

Donut Song

Let us introduce a fun children’s song themed around donuts, created by Makimiki! It has a gentle feel that you and your child can hum along to.

With its rhythmic, poppy melody and a charming worldview that sings about peeking at Mom and Dad through the donut hole, it’s a must-listen.

The song was also featured on Sanrio’s kids’ program “Kitty’s Paradise.” At a perfect length of 1 minute and 2 seconds for singing together while engaging with your child, it helps create a delightful bonding time with its soothing tones and heartwarming lyrics.

It’s an excellent choice for playful music time and for encouraging friendly physical contact.

Cat RocketSakushi / Sakkyoku: Oishi Masayoshi

[Songs Babies Love] Cat Rocket (Vocals: MAH (SiM)) [Video to Make Babies Stop Crying and Smile]

A bright, upbeat pop song from MAH for TV Tokyo’s infant and toddler program “Synapusyu”! Packed with humor and a heartwarming message, the track rhythmically captures the pure feelings of children.

It aired within the program for one month as the “Tsuki-uta” for March 2025, paired with adorable animation that won over children’s hearts.

Embracing the show’s concept of “fun for parents and children,” it’s a tune loved by all ages.

Enjoy a fun musical time together as a family while sharing moments of closeness!

Tonton Tomato-chanSakushi/Sakkyoku: Hamada Rie

Tonton Tomato-chan♪ With Mommy | Baby Stops Crying | Songs Babies Love | Nursery Rhyme | Children's Song | Hand Play | Dance | With Choreography | Educational Animation

The bright, rhythmic tune played on NHK E-Tele’s preschool program is truly charming.

This heartwarming melody, themed around hide-and-seek, is designed to spark babies’ curiosity—much like the peekaboo game “Inai Inai…

Baa!” Its catchy, rhythmic phrases are easy to remember and packed with fun elements that parents and children can hum along to together.

First broadcast in 2009, the song was included on albums such as “Inai Inai Baa! Bun Bun Bukyuun!” As a popular track used in the show’s mini-animation segment, it’s loved by many children.

It’s a highly recommended song for creating warm moments with your child—swaying to the rhythm and clapping along together!

apple, mandarin orange, bananaSakushi / Sakkyoku: Tanaka Seiji

Apple, Mandarin, Banana (Kids' Song Cover)

This is a fun song with a fruit-themed, lively tune and a rhythmic melody.

It invites playful activities with children—clapping hands, swaying bodies, and pretending to eat fruit along with the song.

Sung by Kentaro Hayami and Ayumi Shigemori, it was broadcast on “Okaasan to Issho” starting in 1994 and was also included on the VHS “Super Hit 16.” It’s perfect not only for family bonding time at home but also for group fun in early childhood settings.

Enjoy playing with children while helping them learn the names of different fruits.