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 hyped with popular songs from “Okaasan to Issho”! A collection of classic tunes everyone will want to sing together (141–150)
WishHanada Yuuichirou, Ono Atsuko
If just one of your wishes could come true…
you’d want to think like this song does, wouldn’t you? Instead of a wish that makes only yourself happy, the lyrics say, “May everyone’s wishes come true,” which is so lovely.
The upbeat tune itself lifts your spirits from the bottom of your heart! It may be a children’s song, but adults like parents will surely feel energized by it too.
When you’re weighed down by worries or anxieties, this song might just help you.
The Colors of the Rainbow and the Little StarSakata Osamu, Kanzaki Yūko
It’s a gentle, ballad-style song that sings, “There used to be white in the rainbow, and the stars were in the sky at noon.” As for why the white disappeared—listen and find out.
And guess what: the composer is none other than the world-renowned drummer Akira Jimbo.
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!
OhisamarchYokoyama Daisuke / Mitani Takumi
Ohisama-chi is a lively, bright tune that shines like the sun.
It’s the kind of song that makes you want to pick up the pace and start walking.
It’s a wonderful song filled with energetic power, so be sure to enjoy listening to it together with your child.
Lots of heartsYokoyama Daisuke / Mitani Takumi
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Original song – Hikaru Tamura – Hikaru Tamura
With gentle lyrics and a heartwarming melody, this song naturally conveys feelings of love to children.
“Hearts Everywhere,” which appeared on NHK’s Okaasan to Issho in April 2012, features lyrics by Toshiyuki Aoshima and music by Megumi Ohashi.
Its rhythmic, catchy style makes it easy to love even on the first listen.
The rhythm and melody are also perfect for parents and children to sing together.
The lyrics are filled with “hearts galore,” creating an atmosphere brimming with kindness.
It’s a cute and soothing song that makes you smile just by listening.
Fruit TarōHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
A whole bunch of different “Taros”—like Peach Taro, Banana Taro, Strawberry Taro, and Cherry Taro—show up, jostle each other shoulder to shoulder, and end up in tears.
Those tears mix together to become mixed juice and special juice in this energetic and humorous song.
This is “Kudamono Taro,” which appeared as the May 2022 monthly song on NHK’s Okaasan to Issho.
The lyrics and illustrations are by picture-book author Yume Okuhara, and the composition is by BearGround, also known for the music in the puppet show “Garapiko Pu.” With its vividly colorful visuals and upbeat, fun melody, it’s a track that really grabs children’s hearts!
Carrot Engine RocketHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
“Carrot Engine Rocket” is a song with a delightful concept: imagining carrots as engines for a rocket blasting into space.
It first aired on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” in October 1961.
The lyrics were written by Keisuke Yamakawa, and the music was composed by Hachidai Nakamura.
With its strong sense of rhythm and friendly, catchy melody, the song brought children a world of dreams and adventure.
It has been immensely popular with kids since its original broadcast and continues to be loved over many years.