Popular children's songs. Japanese music artist rankings [2026]

Goodbye with thanksSakushi: Miroku / Sakkyoku: Nakamura Nobuyuki78rank/position

[Classic Song] Farewell with “Thank You” ♪ [Shimajiro Channel Official]

This is a memorable song featuring a warm message that conveys farewell with words of gratitude instead of goodbye.

The lyrics were written by Miroku, and the music was composed by Nobuyuki Nakamura.

The words, written in children’s own voices, paint scenes of playground equipment in the schoolyard and days spent with friends, sure to bring tears to the eyes of watching parents and teachers.

The song was included on the album “Let’s Sing and Play with Shimajiro!” released in February 2001, and has been cherished as a graduation song for the TV program “Shimashima Tora no Shimajiro” and the educational materials “Kodomo Challenge.” By using the familiar characters’ singing as a model, children will naturally start humming along.

It’s a perfect song to sing with all your heart at the close of a graduation ceremony or thank-you party.

Copycat PoonHayashi Akira, Mori Miyuki79rank/position

Copycat Poon

The ending theme of the puppet show “Niko Niko Pun,” which featured Jajamaru, Pikkoro, and Porori, is “Manekko Pun.” It was introduced in 1982 and aired for two years until it was replaced in 1984.

The song was mainly performed by Akira Hayashi, the 6th “Uta no Onii-san,” and Miyuki Mori, the 15th “Uta no Onee-san.” Partway through, the tempo changes dramatically, and it becomes a fun number that incorporates a physical play segment where you imitate Jajamaru, Pikkoro, and Porori.

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Goronta OndoMizuki Ichirō, Saitō Nobuko80rank/position

Goronta Ondo (With Mother) / Ichiro Mizuki, Nobuko Saito, Tokyo Broadcasting Children’s Chorus, Goronta

The ending theme used from 1976 to 1979 was “Goronta Ondo.” It was performed by Nobuko Saito, the 11th ‘Uta no Onee-san,’ and Ichiro Mizuki, who reigned as the king of anime songs and also served as the second ‘Uta no Onii-san.’ The Tokyo Broadcasting Children’s Choir also took part, and the energetic voices of the children left a strong impression.

In the middle of the song, there’s a scene where the character Goronta competes with the children, and it’s said that this was when the staging began of costumed characters actually interacting with kids.

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Hamada Takuya

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365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB4881rank/position

[MV full] 365 Nichi no Kamihikōki / AKB48 [Official]

AKB48’s nationally popular song “365-Day Paper Airplane” also drew attention as the theme song for the 2015 NHK morning drama series “Asa ga Kita.” The chorus is especially catchy, so you can’t help but hum along.

The gentle, warm lyrics are uplifting when you listen to them.

With its relaxed melody, it’s a wonderful song that can energize people of all ages—from small children to grandparents.

It’s a tune the whole family can enjoy singing together.

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Only by livingKiroro82rank/position

Kiroro – Live to the Fullest (Music Video)

This song is perfect for a first birthday, celebrating children’s growth and the bonds of family.

Released in July 2006, it gently sings about the preciousness of life and the importance of love.

The lyrics, filled with the bond between parent and child and hope for the world that lies ahead, will resonate deeply with families welcoming their child’s first birthday.

Wrapped in Kiroro’s warm vocals, why not look back on cherished memories with your little one, with heartfelt gratitude for their birth?

Until the world becomes oneYa-Ya-yah83rank/position

Until the world becomes one

This is a song by Ya-Ya-yah that has long been cherished as the ending theme of the beloved anime Nintama Rantaro.

Released in May 2002 as the single “Yuuki 100% / Sekai ga Hitotsu ni Narumade,” it reached No.

9 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

Set to gentle piano and strings, it carries a warm message: in tough times, let’s hold hands and share our warmth.

The boys’ clear, pure vocals and soft harmonies are perfect for scenes reflecting on days spent at the kindergarten.

The lyrics, which convey the importance of bonds with friends and supporting one another, will quietly resonate with parents as well.

Played as slideshow background music or as an exit song, it will envelope the venue in a cozy atmosphere.

If everyone holds hands and sings together, it will become a song that makes your graduation-from-kindergarten memories shine even brighter.

BunbunhoiMiyauchi Ryo, Nanase Hitomi84rank/position

Bun Bun Hoi (Okaasan to Issho) / Korogi ’73

Bun Bun Hoi is the ending theme of the puppet show Bun Bun Time, which aired within Okaasan to Issho for three years starting in 1979.

It was sung by Ryo Miyauchi, the 4th “Uta no Onii-san,” and Hitomi Nanase, the 13th “Uta no Onee-san.” Partway through, it features a fun game similar to Okaasan to Issho’s version of “Acchi Muite Hoi.” There’s also a version by Korogi ’73, a chorus unit active from 1972 to 1990 that performed anime songs and children’s songs.

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