Masterpieces that sing about play. Recommended popular songs.

mixed juice

[Hand-play Song] Mixed Juice [Koarubiyori]

This is a hand-play song themed around mixed juice, a drink full of various fruits that kids love.

In the mixed juice made in this song, we mix apples, grapes, strawberries, and cherries.

Each fruit is hidden among facial features that resemble the shape of that fruit.

Once you find the fruits in the face, use your arms to show putting them into a blender and mixing them.

When the mixed juice is ready, give it as a present to your friends or to Mom and Dad—they’ll surely be delighted!

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yomogi-jōbu nowarabeuta

Spring children's song / For the April–May seasonal festivals: [Yomogi-Jobu no]. I'd like to play it to coincide with the festival.

‘Yomogi-joubu no’ is a fun hand game that tickles children’s playful spirits.

Through a game where kids tap each other’s bottoms with mugwort or iris leaves, they can feel the power of plants and the changing seasons.

The lyrics and rhythm are simple, so even very young children can learn it easily and quickly get absorbed.

If you include it during a spring walk, kids can move their bodies while enjoying contact with nature.

Since everyone sings while playing tag, it would also be a hit as a sports day activity.

Let’s enjoy this lively hand game that brings out children’s smiles and energy!

The fish jumps.Sakushi/Sakkyoku: Nakagawa Hirotaka

[Summer classic! Hand-play song] The Fish Jumps

“Sakana ga Hanete” is a classic hand-play song that kids love.

Besides moving their hands to the music, you can adapt it to check for forgotten items using familiar things like hats, masks, and gloves.

You can also swap “stuck to the head” for a ribbon, crown, or straw hat; “stuck to the eyes” for sunglasses or a telescope—or goggles on pool days.

Incorporate seasonal items too to boost the children’s excitement.

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Mitsuya CiderOhtaki Eiichi

[Hand Play Song] Mitsuya Cider

The hand game inspired by the refreshing fizz of Mitsuya Cider is a big hit with kids! The choreography, which uses fingers to count numbers as you go, also helps with number learning.

With its breezy rhythm and fun movements, it’s perfect for keeping spirits high even in hot weather.

It’s ideal for starting an activity or when you want to draw everyone’s attention.

When teachers and children enjoy it together, it creates summer memories too.

You can freely adapt it by changing the tempo to suit different ages or having pairs face each other to play.

You can just picture the children’s eyes sparkling with excitement!

Are you okay? Whoops.Suzuki Tsubasa

[Hand Play / Childcare] You Okay? Zukko / Tsubasa Suzuki [Animals / Play Songs / Parenting]

How about the fingerplay song “Daijoubu? Zukko,” featuring animals that kids love? This fingerplay is full of humor and has a delightfully fun storyline.

As the animals curl up one after another and ask, “Are you okay?”, you can almost hear the children bursting into laughter.

It’s very popular in nurseries and kindergartens, and when parents and teachers join in, smiles are guaranteed! Give it a try as a fun fingerplay that nurtures communication skills and imagination.

tangledSuzuki Tsubasa・Fukuda Sho

[Hand Play • Animals] Tangled / Tsubasa Suzuki & Sho Fukuda [Childcare/Animals/Play Song/Parenting/Children’s Songs]

This song delivered by Tsubasa Suzuki and Sho Fukuda is perfect for children’s favorite hand-play games.

The lyrics, which depict tangled-up ninjas and rabbits, are full of humor and are sure to bring smiles.

It’s included on the album “Shokun-Tsukun no Karamatta Tehe!” released in July 2016, and has become popular in nursery schools and kindergartens.

The rhythmic choreography and the cute little “Tehe!” at the end are sure to capture children’s hearts.

It’s a recommended track for times when everyone wants to enjoy hand-play together, such as during morning meetings or at the end of the day.

Where are you from?

Where Are You From? [children’s play song] with lyrics

“Antagata Dokosa,” beloved as a temari (handball) song, is a simple game you can enjoy during free time on field trips or at camp.

You bounce a ball to the rhythm, and whenever the syllable “sa” appears in the lyrics, you pass the ball under your leg.

別バージョンもあって、地面に「田」の漢字（米の田んぼ）を書き、下の2マスをリズミカルに行き来して、「さ」が来たら前のマスにジャンプするやり方です。

It’s nice that you can enjoy it in two ways, with or without a ball.

Give it a try in whichever style you prefer!

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