Get pumped with popular songs from “Okaasan to Issho”! A collection of timeless tunes everyone will want to sing together
The many classic songs born from “Okaasan to Issho” have become precious memories for parents and children.
From bright and cheerful tunes to heartwarming, gentle melodies and energetic songs, a wide variety of favorites enrich children’s hearts.
Here, we’ll introduce popular songs you can enjoy with your child.
From nostalgic pieces often sung in nursery schools and kindergartens to the latest hits everyone’s talking about, this collection is full of music that makes family time even more fun.
Find your favorite song and enjoy a joyful moment filled with smiles!
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Get pumped with popular songs from “Okaasan to Issho”! A collection of classics everyone will want to sing together (91–100)
A-I-U-E-O nigirisakushi sakkyoku/shuu saeko
This song features a lovely melody and heartwarming lyrics centered on the theme of rice balls (onigiri).
Broadcast in April 2001 as the Monthly Song on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho,” Shū Saeko’s piece has continued to be cherished by many since its airing.
In early childhood settings, it’s perfect as an introduction to food education activities.
It’s a song you can enjoy in many ways with children—singing together while naming fillings, adding hand-play motions, and more.
Crayon RocketAkihiro Sugita · Ryoko Tsunoda
Up-tempo and sure to fill you with excitement as you listen, this “Crayon Rocket” is a song that boys and girls alike can enjoy.
A rocket drawn with crayons in a doodle notebook—will it manage to fly safely within the world of this song?
I’ll give you a medal.Yokoyama Daisuke / Mitani Takumi
This is a very kind-hearted song about giving medals to the things and people that make you happy and bring a smile to your face—like the sun, lunchboxes, moms, and trains.
Expressing gratitude is so important, isn’t it? Anyone would be delighted to receive a medal.
Try making one for someone you want to say “thank you” to.
If You Know, We’re Friends: Keke the Curious FrogHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
The feeling of wanting to learn what you don’t yet know is important.
When you discover a world you hadn’t known, your own world expands—and you’ll probably end up loving it even more.
“Shireba Tomodachi ~Shirita Gaeru no Kekechama~,” which carries that curiosity on fun lyrics and dance, is a cheerful number featuring Kekechama, a frog who wants to know everything.
Brimming with curiosity, Kekechama dives into whatever he wants to learn and takes on the challenge.
This inquisitive Kekechama sings and dances in a fun and playful way.
Be sure to sing and dance along with your children and play to your heart’s content!
Shadow Is My Friend: The Song of the Silhouette ProfessorHanada Yuuichirou
A segment where you look at a shadow and guess what shape it is: “Silhouette Doctor.” This is the theme song sung by Yuichiro Hanada-oniisan, who plays the role of the Silhouette Doctor in this segment.
It’s a cool, jazz-style tune that suits the Silhouette Doctor perfectly—he’s dressed like a phantom thief, with a silk hat, glasses, and a cape.
Excuse me, anyone home? Excuse me, please.Yokoyama Daisuke / Mitani Takumi
“Gomen kudasai, men kudasai” was released as the April 2009 song.
The lyrics were written by Chiyoko Mori and the music was composed by Yasuo Kosugi.
The song is set in a shop that serves dishes made with various kinds of noodles, so children can enjoy pretend play while singing.
Once you learn the noodle dishes that appear in the song, it might be fun to try eating them for real.
The foods in the song will surely feel much more familiar! Be sure to sing and play together with everyone at nursery school or kindergarten, too!
UraraHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
“Urara” was released as the song for April 2022.
It was the first Monthly Song for Nagata Maya, who took up the role of the 22nd “Uta no Onee-san” that same month.
The lyrics and music were written by Yoshiki Mizuno, the leader of Ikimono-gakari.
While the song features a light, spring-like melody, its lyrics are filled with encouragement for those feeling anxious about starting a new chapter.
April can be a time of great uncertainty for children, too.
When you feel scared or don’t want to go, try listening to this song.
It will surely give you the courage to take that first step.