[Nostalgic] A special feature on legendary anime theme songs: revisiting those classic tracks

Ken the Wolf Boybikutā shōnen gasshōtai

Ken the Wolf Boy

Ken the Wild Boy is a television anime that depicts the adventures of Ken, who was raised by wolves, and it aired from November 1963 to August 1965.

The composer of the opening theme, sung by the Victor Boys Choir, was Asei Kobayashi.

There is also a version sung by the Nishi-Rokugo Children’s Choir.

March of the MeteorVōkaru Shoppu

March of the Meteor

Super Jetter is an original TBS television anime that began airing in January 1965, depicting the exploits of Jetter, a time patrolman who came from the future.

The insert song Ryūseigō no March is performed by the Vocal Shop.

Dororon Enma-kunNakayama Chinatsu

[Official] Dororon Enma-kun Night 1: "Those Who Came From Hell" <1970s Anime>

A song that vividly depicts the mysterious world of yokai was released in 1973 as the opening theme for a TV anime.

With lyrics by Chinatsu Nakayama and music by Asei Kobayashi, the melody wonderfully captures the strange yet humorous nature of these spirits.

The piece playfully recounts the mischief of yokai emerging from the underworld with a bright, light rhythm, offering a friendly charm that appeals to both children and adults.

Its lyrics, imbued with affection for Japan’s traditional yokai culture, harmonize beautifully with a catchy melody.

It’s a recommended track for anyone who wants to spend a fun time with yokai or enjoy a nostalgic Showa-era anime song.

Magical MamboMaekawa Yoko, Hani Naitsu

Sally the Witch - Early Ending

Mitsuteru Yokoyama’s original work Sally the Witch can be considered a forerunner of the so-called “magical girl” genre.

It has been adapted into an anime twice, and the song “Mahō no Mambo” was used as the ending theme from episodes 1 through 26 of the 1966 version.

Pāman is there.Furuta Yoshiaki

[Pāman ED] Pāman Is There / A Masterpiece by Fujiko F. Fujio / Yoshiaki Furuta [Karaoke]

Perman is a manga by Fujiko F.

Fujio about a boy named Mitsuo Suwa, who becomes a hero by wearing the Perman set.

“Perman wa Soko ni Iru” (Perman Is There) is the ending theme of the second TV anime series, which began airing in 1983.

Daichan Counting SongYoshida Yoshimi

Record: Inakappe Daishō (Country Bumpkin Boss) – Daichan Counting Song – Yoshida Yoshimi – Tendo Yoshimi

Inakappe Taisho is a manga by Noboru Kawasaki that depicts the exploits of the protagonist, Daizaemon Kaze, who comes to Tokyo from Aomori Prefecture.

The theme song of the TV anime adaptation broadcast from 1970 to 1972, Daichan Kazoewuta, was the debut single of Yoshimi Yoshida (now Yoshimi Tendo).

Fight! OsperYamada Tarō

Fight! Osper — Hideo Kawaji (’65)

Tatakae! Ospur is a TV anime that depicts the adventures of Ospur, a psychic boy who came from the continent of Mu.

The theme song was sung by enka singer Taro Yamada.

Note that this work has not been released on home video, so it is difficult to watch the main episodes.