[Children's Songs] Cute songs recommended for childcare. List of popular nursery rhymes.

rainbowSakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Nakagawa Hirotaka

Shoko Haida “Niji” – Surely Tomorrow Will Be Fine Weather (Full) [Official]

When it comes to classic children’s songs sung at daycare centers and kindergartens, “Niji” (Rainbow) is a staple.

The lyrics were written by singer-songwriter Toshihiko Shinzawa, and the music was composed by picture book author Hirotaka Nakagawa.

Its bright melody evokes a cloudless sky.

Since the song consists only of piano and vocals, have the children sing along to the teacher’s piano accompaniment.

After singing, everyone is sure to feel uplifted.

It’s a perfect piece to conclude events and recitals—be sure to give it a try.

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Momotarosakushi: fushō / sakkyoku: Okano Teiichi

Momotarō Song [Children’s Song/Anime] ~ Momotarō

This song, themed around a traditional Japanese folktale, is a lively march that instantly captivates children.

The lyrics, centered on courage and friendship, depict Momotaro and his companions joining forces to defeat the ogres.

The way they gain new allies through kibi dango (millet dumplings) teaches the importance of cooperation.

It’s perfect for everyone to sing together in classrooms or at sports festivals.

If you sing while moving energetically, it’s sure to bring out plenty of smiles from the children!

The Song of KonkonshyanSakushi: Kayama Yoshiko / Sakkyoku: Yuyama Akira

Kids Song | Kon Kon Kushan Song | Nursery Rhyme | Children's Song | Red Cat Reading

This song, which depicts animals wearing unique masks and sneezing, has long been loved by children.

The cute descriptions of masks tailored to each animal—like squirrels and hippos—spark kids’ imaginations.

It’s also popular as a hand-play song in kindergartens and nurseries, where children pretend to be the animals and move their bodies as they sing, making learning even more fun.

Released in 1961, the song delivers an enjoyable message about the importance of preventing colds.

It’s perfect for fostering awareness of health and for learning about animal characteristics.

Let’s all sing together and think about health in a fun way!

Under the big chestnut tree

Japanese Children’s Song – Nursery Rhyme – Under the Big Chestnut Tree – Ōkina kuri no ki no shita de

The children’s song “Under the Spreading Chestnut Tree,” based on a British folk tune, was selected in 2007 as one of Japan’s Top 100 Songs and enjoys nationwide recognition.

Its repeated phrases make it easy for children to memorize.

It’s also nice to sing while moving your body, combining the lyrics with matching choreography.

Varying the tempo or adding choreographic arrangements can make it even more exciting.

This nursery rhyme works well both as a hand-play song and as a choral piece.

Why not try singing it with a real tree or an illustration as the backdrop?

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It’s fun.sakushi: yamauchi kazuko / sakkyoku: terashima naohiko

[Children’s Song] “It’s Fun!” Let’s sing and dance together♪

When you sing it, you naturally want to clap your hands and sway your body to the rhythm—That’s Fun! Its theme—that clapping and singing together with everyone is so much fun!—is perfect for children’s choir.

It encourages kids to notice the unique joys of group singing, like comparing the sound of clapping your own right and left hands with the sound of clapping your hands together with a friend, and listening closely to the voices around you as you sing.

Let’s look at one another—friends and teachers alike—add some movements, and enjoy singing together.

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There’s no such thing as ghosts.Sakushi: Maki Minori / Sakkyoku: Mine Akira

There Are No Such Things as Ghosts | Children's Song | With Lyrics

This is a cute song recommended for children who are at the age where they start getting scared of ghosts.

Despite being a ghost-themed song, its cheerful lyrics brighten kids’ spirits.

It’s also very handy for soothing frightened children.

Since it’s an upbeat tune, it’s fun to sing along!

What color do you like?Sakushi/Sakkyoku: Sakata Osamu

What Colors Do You Like? Fun Characters and the 9-Color Long Version / Popular Song from Okaasan to Issho / Lyrics & Music: Osamu Sakata / Cover: Otousan mo Issho

“What’s the name of my favorite color?” With the song “Which Color Do You Like?” kids can have fun singing while learning color names.

Children, who are naturally curious about the world around them, are likely feeling, even without saying it out loud, “I like this color” as they see many colors every day.

It’s great to tell them each time, “This is [color],” but learning through a song might make it easier to match the names with the colors.

As you sing, find the same colors in the things around you and in the clothes you’re wearing, and enjoy learning the names of colors.

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