[Fun] A Collection of Children’s Songs Featuring “Ghosts”
It’s scary, but you can’t help watching and getting curious… In this article, we’ve put together children’s songs with a “ghost” theme! For example, if you want to choose something with a seasonal feel for song time at a daycare or kindergarten, this should be a helpful reference.
In other words, it’s perfect for summer and Halloween! We’ve mainly selected nursery rhymes, so even little kids should be able to sing them without getting too scared—probably.
Be sure to check out these cute ghost songs all the way to the end!
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[Fun] A roundup of children's songs featuring “ghosts” (1–10)
Some kind of yokai?
You can feel the charm of a lively, upbeat idol song in “Nanka Yokai?” The vocals are performed by Hiromichi & Tanizo, who have worked on many children’s songs.
Despite the horror-tinged lyrics about someone being behind you without you noticing, the repeated puns and catchy melody create a fun atmosphere.
It would be perfect for Halloween or monster-themed parties—learning the energetic dance choreography and joining in would be a blast.
Be sure to sing this powerful, high-energy track with kids; it’ll blow away the notion that ghosts are scary.
I’m watching you.
Kimi o Miteru yo, which features Ghost-type Pokémon from the Pokémon series, is a song that introduces each Pokémon’s traits while singing about their scary personalities.
The lyrics are striking: when children litter or do other bad things, Pokémon appear from nowhere to set them straight.
It feels like it’s teaching us, “You mustn’t do bad things.” With Jikuu Fuzake’s light yet horror-tinged vocals, it’s a ghost-story-style song that conjures up images of the Pokémon as you listen.
Ghost Ninja Doron Doron Doron
This is a song featuring “Obake Ninja,” a character that combines ghosts and ninjas—two things kids love—as the protagonist.
There’s a choreography video on video sites, so it might be perfect for those who want to choose a performance piece quickly.
It feels like a song made with little ones in mind, packed with elements of eurhythmics and hand-play, such as shuriken, knee shuriken, head shuriken, and more, making it easy to incorporate into everyday early childhood classes.
The melody is gentle, with nothing scary about the ghost.
It’s a song everyone can enjoy with big smiles—I hope it spreads even more!
[Fun] A collection of children’s songs featuring “ghosts” (11–20)
Ghost Pancakes
Ghost Pancakes is a story about a child and a ghost making and eating pancakes together in a dream.
Tokyo Heidi, known for creating works for children, produced it along with animation.
Its distinctive feature is the story-like lyrics that unfold like a picture book.
It depicts a sleepless child meeting a ghost and happily making sweets together.
With its evolving rhythm and melody, it seems perfect for practicing together at daycare or kindergarten.
In the final scene, the child is shown waking up from the dream, but whether the time spent with the ghost was reality or a dream is left unresolved…
Ghost Party
If you’re looking for a ghost-themed song that kids can sing at Halloween parties and events, we recommend “Ghost Party.” The vocals are performed by Shimajiro, a tiger-themed boy character, and Mana Ogawa.
With its lively rhythm and cheerful melody, share the song and dance with friends at daycare or kindergarten.
The dance choreography is easy to learn, so practice along with the lyrics.
Dress up as classic Halloween characters like pumpkins and witches to make the party even more exciting!
Ghost Fireworks Ondo
When it comes to songs that evoke a festive, lively atmosphere, “Obake no Hanabi Ondo” comes to mind.
Featuring traditional Japanese (“wa”) instrument tones and rhythms, it fits perfectly with scenes where ghosts appear.
A sprightly dance is performed to phrases that depict fireworks shooting into the sky.
The choreography is simple enough for children to dance along, so try learning the song and dance together.
The lyrics carry a bittersweet yet warm message that will captivate not only children but adults as well.
Be sure to check out this ghost-themed song—perfect for school performances and parties.
Yokai Shiritori
Yokai Shiritori became popular among children after it was broadcast within NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho.” Daisuke Yokoyama, the “older brother” singer, and Takumi Mitani, the “older sister” singer, performed the vocals.
As the Yokai Professor, a Rokurokubi, and a Zashiki-warashi play a shiritori word chain, various yokai appear one after another.
With its bright, festive sound featuring brass band and guitar tones, children can learn the names of yokai without getting scared.
Enjoy singing this ghost-themed song while playing a fun game of shiritori!