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

I’ve grown up—I’m off!

Enrollment Support Song: “I’ve Grown Up—Off I Go!” [Shimajiro Channel Official]

This is a cheer song that gently sings, over a tender melody, the mix of excitement and anxiety children feel as they step into a new environment.

Produced by the Shimajiro Channel, well known from the early childhood program “Kodomo Challenge,” it vividly portrays the scene of starting preschool with shiny yellow school bags and brand-new uniforms.

It warmly expresses both a sense of self-affirmation—children feeling glad to have been born—and gratitude toward those who have supported them so far.

Popular not only for entrance ceremonies but also for practice during school events in early childhood settings, it’s a song that naturally invites children to sing together.

Sing it with your kids and make your send-off moment a cherished memory.

Ghost Party

Ghost Party (feat. Mana Ogawa)

A fun song packed with Halloween excitement is included on the September 2020 album “Shimajiro Ages 1–2: Hit Songs.” With its bright, rhythmic melody and a delightful world where friendly ghosts enjoy a party, it sparks children’s imaginations.

The energetic vocals by Shimajiro and Mana Ogawa are another highlight.

This track is perfect not only for Halloween-season events but also for daycare and kindergarten activities, as well as family parties—any occasion where kids can sing, dance, and have fun together with their friends!

Song of Feathers

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This song was created for Shimajiro no Wao!, an educational program that values nurturing children’s vocabulary and knowledge.

Released in September 2013, the song joyfully introduces words that begin with the syllable “ke,” set to a rhythmic melody.

Within the show, children can naturally encounter new words as they sing and dance along with Shimajiro.

The video features illustrations and animations that match the words, richly incorporating visual elements.

This piece is a friendly, accessible song that allows children to enjoy language through singing, whether at home or in childcare settings.

Shimajiro Ondo!

Shimajiro Ondo! [Shimajiro Channel Official]

It’s a fun ondō that makes your heart dance along to an energetic rhythm.

Born in March 2018, this song carries messages about the spirit of challenge, a sense of adventure, and the importance of life.

Children’s curiosity and positive lyrics are sung in Shimajiro’s gentle voice.

It’s used in the dance segment and ending of the TV show “Shimajiro no Wao!” and is loved by children at concerts and events nationwide.

There’s choreography that kids can dance to as well, making it a sure hit at nursery and kindergarten events! It’s a perfect song for parent-child bonding time or whenever you want to get moving together with children.

Friend Ponkurton

Friend Ponkurton [Shimajiro Channel Official]

The song that brings a heart-thumping time with lively music was born in March 2016.

Featured on the soundtrack of the film “Shimajiro and the Book Kingdom,” it stands out for Naomi Minami’s bright voice and its rhythmic melody.

With themes of friendship and bonds with companions, it has a fun structure where the tempo gradually changes.

It’s included on the album “Shimajiro no Wow! The Movie: Shimajiro and the Book Kingdom + TV Version ‘Shimajiro no Wow! Original Soundtrack’,” and has been used in both the movie and the TV show.

It’s perfect for singing and dancing together at nursery and kindergarten parent-child events, and it’s a track that children who watch “Shimajiro no Wow!” will enjoy.

Working Vehicles 3

Working Vehicles 3 (with actions) - Vehicles, gather round, all sorts of cars~

In the third song of the Working Vehicles series, it introduces such a wide variety of vehicles that you’ll find yourself wondering how many have been featured so far.

At this point, it even includes niche vehicles that many adults have never heard of, making it enjoyable for grown-ups too.

Be sure to listen to all three—1, 2, and 3—and become a Working Vehicles master!

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The Hiragana Song

[Classic Song] Hiragana Song ♪ [Shimajiro Channel Official]

It’s a wonderful song that sets the fun of learning hiragana to melody and rhythm.

While cherishing children’s curiosity, Shimajiro’s bright and friendly voice gently guides them into the world of hiragana.

Since 1993, this piece has been loved as part of the “Kodomo Challenge” learning materials and is also used on the TV program “Shimajiro no Wao!”.

It’s designed to spark children’s natural interest in letters through both visual and auditory elements.

It’s perfect not only for learning hiragana in nursery schools and kindergartens but also for enjoying at home—sing along with your children and help them get familiar with letters in a fun way.