A must-see for all ages, from kids to adults! Popular songs by Yuichiro Hanada and Atsuko Ono
Yuichiro Hanada, who served as the 12th “Uta no Onii-san,” and Atsuko Ono, who served as the 21st “Uta no Onee-san,” on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho.”
From April 3, 2017 to April 2, 2022, they were a renowned duo who sang many songs.
Don’t you wonder which of their songs—beloved by children all across Japan—are especially popular?
This time, we present a ranking of popular songs by Yuichiro Hanada and Atsuko Ono!
A must-see for everyone from kids to adults! Yuichiro Hanada and Atsuko Ono’s popular songs (1–10)
The bell rings.Hanada Yuuichirou, Ono Atsuko1rank/position
This is a song that was used as the ending theme starting in 2017.
It’s also memorable that the ending changed to this song during the broadcast of “Garapiko-pu.” It’s nice that the flow continues where the characters signal the end by passing through a tunnel they created.
The powerful rhythm that evokes a marching tune and the lyrics that depict making more friends are highlights that lift your spirits.
The development that expresses the bell sound—the song’s title—also conveys a bright atmosphere, sharing the sense of unity and fun in the moment.
Your ColorHanada Yuuichirou, Ono Atsuko2rank/position
The song “Kimi-Iro,” which aired on Okaasan to Issho in February 2020, is themed around the word “color,” using many colors as a metaphor for each person’s individuality.
It has a very cheerful tone—fun to listen to and excitement-inducing.
And of course, since the lyrics feature many colors, it’s sure to lift children’s spirits as well.
Just like the title suggests, it would be wonderful if this song helps you discover your own “Kimi-Iro”—your special color!
It will be sunny tomorrow.Hanada Yuuichirou, Ono Atsuko3rank/position
This song, whose lyrics capture a bursting smile, features a bright melody that resonates in the heart.
It’s performed on NHK’s popular program “Okaasan to Issho,” so it’s well known among children.
The harmony between Yuuichirou Hanada and Atsuko Ono is wonderful, and just listening to it gives you energy.
It carries the message that even when you feel sad, you’ll be okay if you think of your friends, so I believe it’s a song that can stay close to children’s hearts.
It’s perfect for recitals and events, and it’s also a song you can sing and dance to in everyday childcare settings!
Advance! Sutten Sukk!Hanada Yuuichirou, Ono Atsuko4rank/position
The May 2020 “Song of the Month,” “Susume! Suttenssukku!” It’s a song that portrays “Suttenssukku,” who keeps moving forward no matter if there are mountains or walls in the way.
Failure is proof that you tried.
It’s far cooler to take on a challenge and fail than to do nothing out of fear of failing.
It’s a song that gives courage to children who are about to experience many things.
I hope they’ll try anything, just like in this song.
The melody has a cool vibe, but it’s also easy for women to sing.
hungry mantisHanada Yuuichirou, Ono Atsuko5rank/position
It’s the June 2019 song “Hungry Praying Mantis.” The mantis, who loves anything that moves, goes out to hunt when it gets hungry and tries to catch prey as soon as it spots it—but upon seeing hardworking ants and bees, or a cicada that has slept underground for years, it gives up, deciding it can’t eat them.
That endearing hesitation is utterly charming.
The song is packed with onomatopoeia that kids love, making it an addictive tune.
Smitten with spaceHanada Yuuichirou, Ono Atsuko6rank/position
Uchuu ni Muchuu (Crazy About Space) aired in April 2020.
I think many children are interested in astronomy and outer space.
And this song may be just the spark that makes them want to learn more and more about space—truly a chance to become “crazy about space.” The phrase like “Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune,” which sounds like a magic passphrase to those who don’t know it, is really fun.
There’s still so much we don’t know about the universe—how wonderful it would be if future astronomers and astronauts were inspired by this song!
Kirarara DanceHanada Yuuichirou, Ono Atsuko7rank/position
As we grow up, we tend to forget the feeling that rain sparkles beautifully and that splashing around is so much fun! For children, wearing rain boots and stepping into puddles is one of the most enjoyable games.
This is a song that captures the cheerful, excited feeling that only a rainy day can bring.
