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Uplifting songs you want children to hear. Energizing songs that support the heart.

Here are some recommended songs for when you want to boost your spirits!

We’ve picked mainly popular J-pop and anime songs that kids love.

Give them a listen when you’re feeling down, want to push yourself, or need to get pumped up.

From upbeat tracks to gentle songs that soothe the heart, we’ve gathered a range—so you’re sure to find at least one song that can support you.

Let’s recharge with the power of music!

It’s also great to listen together with friends or family who love music!

Uplifting songs you want children to listen to. Encouraging songs that support the heart (41–50)

The reason for deep breathingAqua Timez

Aqua Timez 'Reason to Breathe Deeply' Music Video
The reason for deep breathingAqua Timez

A vitality-filled cheering song.

Aqua Timez’s powerful sound is packed with an uplifting message that nudges you to take a step toward tomorrow.

The road toward dreams and goals may be steep, but by taking a deep breath and facing yourself, new courage wells up again.

Gently singing about such subtle shifts of the heart, it soothes listeners across generations, from children to adults.

Broadcast from February to March 2025, this work delivers even deeper emotion together with visuals created by active university student and animation artist Hirohisa Sakimura.

The message performed by the reunited Aqua Timez will quietly give a push to anyone striving to live each day to the fullest.

room for growthCreepy Nuts

[MV] Creepy Nuts – Nobishiro (Room to Grow)
room for growthCreepy Nuts

This song by Creepy Nuts explores the timeless theme of growth, skillfully weaving together elements of hip-hop and pop.

It captures the struggles and confusion of becoming an adult, as well as the hope for limitless possibilities, resonating with a light, upbeat rhythm.

Included on the album “Case,” released in September 2021, it was also chosen as a cheer song for professional baseball.

The chorus delivers a powerful, positive message that inspires the courage to keep growing.

Give it a listen when you want to cheer on hardworking kids or reflect on your own personal growth.

Little OnesMAN WITH A MISSION

This work is marked by a warm pop sound and gentle vocals that portray the small happiness and hope found in everyday life.

It tenderly sings about the sincere wishes everyone holds and the quiet joys felt in daily living, delivering kindness and courage to listeners’ hearts.

Broadcast on NHK’s “Minna no Uta” from June to July 2021, the song was presented with a heartwarming animation created by Ryo Okawara, alongside its moving melody.

As a supportive anthem that stands with hardworking children and those who want to keep dreaming even as adults, it continues to soothe the hearts of many.

Mirai BanaAndrop

androp “Mirai Bana” Official Audio
Mirai BanaAndrop

This is a warm, encouraging song filled with uplifting messages that was broadcast on NHK’s “Minna no Uta.” Set to a gentle melody, it tenderly sings—through a clear, translucent voice—of past memories blooming into flowers of hope for the future.

Seamlessly blending androp’s emotional musicality with listener-centered messaging, the piece was released in April 2025 and is also included on the album “hooray.” It’s a song we hope you’ll listen to in this season when farewells and new encounters intersect—graduations, moving up to the next stage, and the start of new lives.

Because the sun will rise againRyokushokushakai

Ryokuoushoku Shakai 'Because the Sun Will Rise Again' Official Video / Ryokuoushoku Shakai – Hi wa Mata Noboru Kara
Because the sun will rise againRyokushokushakai

A heartwarming message song by Ryokuoushoku Shakai filled with hope for a bright future.

Released in April 2022, it was chosen as the theme song for the animated film Crayon Shin-chan: The Tornado Legend of Shinobi.

Embracing sadness and loneliness as natural emotions, the lyrics portray the strength and kindness to overcome them throughout.

It’s a track that stands by the worries and doubts everyone carries—children and adults alike—and gives you the courage to look ahead.

While cherishing everyday small adventures and experiences, it gently nudges those who continue to chase their dreams.

Can I visit you with cream?zutto mayonaka de ii no ni.

ZUTOMAYO “Can I Come See You With Cream?” MV (ZUTOMAYO – CREAM)
Can I visit you with cream?zutto mayonaka de ii no ni.

This song was created as the theme for an NHK Educational children’s news program.

Centered on the theme of “dialogue” to find answers in the gray area rather than 0 or 100, it delivers a profound message in gentle language while questioning things adults take for granted.

Anticipated as a piece that fosters an SDGs mindset, it’s recommended for parents and children seeking a starting point to think about social issues, as well as for educators who value flexible thinking.

Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu

Yū Takahashi’s directorial debut MV “Tomorrow Will Surely Be a Good Day” — Omokuri Director Edit Version (Short Size)
Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu

A heartwarming song by Yu Takahashi that, with a gentle singing voice, portrays the worries and joys everyone experiences.

Its positive message—like laughing off awkward moments and remembering that a rainbow comes after the rain—gently encourages listeners.

Released in June 2015, it was featured in a Daihatsu commercial.

It’s also used as the departure melody at JR Akita Station, Takahashi’s hometown station.

This song is recommended for when you want to lift your spirits, overcome difficulties, or take a step toward tomorrow.