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Yuuzou Imai’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]
A show that almost every child goes through? The immensely popular NHK program for toddlers, “Okaasan to Issho,” featured Yuzo Imai as the “Uta no Oniisan” (Singing Big Brother).
From 2003 to 2008, over five years, he served as the 10th Singing Big Brother, winning popularity among children—and among moms and dads as well.
Here, we’ll present a big, bold ranking of his hit songs.
Whether you have kids or not, these tracks are packed with tunes that lift your spirits and make children want to jump up and dance!
Yuuzou Imai’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]
Boyoyon MarchImai Yūzō, Haida Shōko1rank/position
This is a choral song written and composed by singer-songwriter Keizo Nakanishi that fills everyone with smiles and energy.
Since its debut on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” in 2006, it has continued to be loved by both children and adults.
The song carries the message that everyone has a powerful spring under their feet: even when things are tough, you can spring over them and keep looking forward as you walk on.
Although it has an upbeat tempo, it also brings a moving touch that may bring tears to your eyes, making it a great choice for recitals and preschool graduation ceremonies.
Let’s join the Dandelion Group!!Imai Yūzō, Haida Shōko2rank/position
This is a song first broadcast in May 2003 on NHK Educational TV’s preschool education and music program “Okaasan to Issho.” It was sung by Yuzo Imai, the “older brother” singer at the time, and Shoko Haida, the “older sister” singer, and it has continued to be performed since then.
It’s such a fun and adorable song that it makes you want to join the Dandelion Squad without thinking.
Because I was able to meet youImai Yūzō, Haida Shōko3rank/position
https://www.tiktok.com/@user15821878215964/video/7517512151527918866This is a duet sung by Yuzo Imai—the beloved “Uta no Oniisan” from NHK’s Okaasan to Issho—and Shoko Haida.
It was broadcast in March 2008 as the “Song of the Month,” created to coincide with their graduation from the program.
The track is included on the album NHK Okaasan to Issho Song Collection: Yume no Kakera, released in April of the same year, as well as the DVD NHK Okaasan to Issho Latest Songbook: Kimi ni Aeta kara.
The lyrics, which express gratitude for meeting and the poignancy of parting, resonate deeply.
Carried by a gentle melody, the pair’s clear harmonies softly embrace the listener’s heart.
It’s perfect for graduation slideshow presentations and appreciation parties, and many parents and teachers may find themselves moved to tears as they look back on their days with the children.
wiggle your buttImai Yūzō, Haida Shōko4rank/position
This is a song that was played on “Okaasan to Issho” in January 2005.
It features a bright tempo and a fun rhythm, and the repeated, easy-to-understand phrases stick in your head, so it’s great for little kids.
It’s the kind of song that makes you want to sway while holding your child or move your body without thinking, so if adults sway side to side and dance along with the lyrics, your child might join in, copy you, laugh, and get into a great mood!
Sushi PicnicImai Yūzō, Haida Shōko5rank/position
Released in 2004, it was included as the first track on “Children’s Songs ~Sushi Picnic / A-I-U-E Onigiri~.” Sung by Sho Haida, the 19th “Uta no Onee-san” (Big Sister), and Yuzo Imai, the 10th “Uta no Onii-san” (Big Brother), from the NHK educational program “Okaasan to Issho,” the song became very popular.
You and IImai Yūzō, Haida Shōko6rank/position
This is a song from the animated segment “Dekoboko Friends,” which aired within the program “Okaasan to Issho.” Many of you may already be familiar with it.
When you discover a different side of someone, you sometimes find yourself thinking, “I really like them.” I hope children won’t be afraid of being different from everyone else.
Children of the Southern IslandsImai Yūzō, Haida Shōko7rank/position
It’s a very bright melody that even children can easily remember.
It seems to be singing about a southern island.
It touches on “life,” and despite the pop tune, the lyrics are very profound.
It’s a song that teaches children important things while letting them have fun.
Fragments of a DreamImai Yūzō, Haida Shōko8rank/position
It’s a charming song with a relaxed, dreamlike atmosphere that perfectly suits the theme of dreams.
It’s also recommended for putting children to sleep.
The brother and sister’s harmonies are beautiful, making it a track that even adults can’t help but be captivated by.
If we make it togetherImai Yūzō, Haida Shōko9rank/position
Known as a popular song from NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho,” this piece features warm lyrics that convey the importance of cooperation through the meeting of shapes and colors.
The bright, fun melody sung as a duet by Yuzo Imai and Shoko Haida captivates children and won’t let go.
Since its first appearance on the program in April 2005, it has been loved for many years as a song that parents and children can enjoy together.
With imagination-nurturing lyrics and a catchy rhythm, singing and dancing to it with your child is sure to create wonderful memories.
It’s also perfect for activities at nursery schools and kindergartens, so be sure to give it a try!
Splatty SplappaImai Yūzō, Haida Shōko10rank/position
The song Splappi-Splappa was used as the ending theme for the puppet shows “Spoo and Gatalatt” and “Gū Chokoran-tan.” It was the ending theme used for the longest period—ten years—from 1999 to 2009, and it was passed down and sung by three generations of the show’s lead singers (the “older brother” and “older sister” roles).
In 2016, the three-piece rock band Yabai T-Shirts Yasan also covered the song on their single “Sokomade Rare Janai.”
