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[Okaasan to Issho] What are Kentaro Hayami and Ayumi Shigemori’s popular songs?

Kentaro Hayami, who served as the 8th “Uta no Onii-san,” and Ayumi Shigemori, who served as the 17th “Uta no Onee-san,” on the show “Okaasan to Issho.” Their 1999 performance of “Dango San Kyodai” became an extraordinary hit, and they are also known for appearing in the 50th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen.

For those of the generation who watched them during their six-year tenure, the sight of the two singing countless songs likely still lingers vividly in your minds.

This time, we’re introducing a ranking of popular songs sung by Kentaro Hayami and Ayumi Shigemori.

We hope you enjoy it.

[Okaasan to Issho] What Are the Popular Songs by Kentaro Hayami and Ayumi Shigemori? (11–20)

Our LocomotionHayami Kentarō, Shigemori Ayumi11rank/position

Our Locomotion Kentaro Hayami / Ayumi Shigemori | Osamu Sakata | Okaasan to Issho
Our LocomotionHayami Kentarō, Shigemori Ayumi

These days we have many ways to travel, like the Shinkansen and airplanes, but this song shines a spotlight on the SL—namely, the steam locomotive.

A train chugging along while billowing white smoke from its chimney: the song’s medium tempo and cheerful vibe perfectly match that image.

The lyrics are also great, packed with onomatopoeia that makes you want to say them out loud.

By the way, the “locomotion” in the title means “movement,” and steam locomotives are called “SL” in Japanese from the S of “steam” and the L of “locomotion.”

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Wow!! Stylish!Hayami Kentarō, Shigemori Ayumi12rank/position

Lions combing their manes, elephants taking showers, hippos washing themselves, and crocodiles brushing their teeth.

It’s a fun song about animals grooming themselves.

Listening to this song might even make children want to imitate them and busily get themselves ready.

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One apple pieHayami Kentarō, Shigemori Ayumi13rank/position

There’s only one apple pie, but since two of us are eating, we’ll split it in half.

Then what about sharing one chocolate among three people? Sharing snacks can be tricky, but it’s fun when everyone eats together.

This is a heartwarming piece that evokes the scene at the dining table.

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Dad is always awake.Hayami Kentarō, Shigemori Ayumi14rank/position

A song from “Okaasan to Issho” that’s not so common: one with a dad theme.

Even when you wake up in the middle of the night or can’t get out of bed in the morning, Dad is always up.

Dad gently strokes your head.

Knowing their child is watching them like this would surely make dads feel, “All right, I’ll do my best!”

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Pop’n PopcornHayami Kentarō, Shigemori Ayumi15rank/position

It’s a call-and-response song you can enjoy singing along to with kids.

The lyrics are very cute and simple, so as long as you remember the word “popcorn,” you’re all set! But since the snack after all that fun will naturally be popcorn, you might want to be prepared, haha.

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Cavity Construction Co., Ltd.Hayami Kentarō, Shigemori Ayumi16rank/position

Many children probably say things like, “I hate brushing my teeth!” right? As its name suggests, ‘Cavity Construction Co., Ltd.’ is a song about a company that makes cavities! Using drills and shovels, they dig out cavities while germs have a field day.

That might sound a bit scary, but it’s actually a very sprightly and fun tune! It’s a big hit with kids, too.

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