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

October 10KingrassHoppers78rank/position

A love song dedicated to my child — KingrassHoppers “Ten Months and Ten Days” MV

After finding out we were expecting a child and then waiting eagerly for about ten months… this moving song is packed with the joy of finally meeting the one and only, precious child in the world.

It’s a track by the Gifu-based music group kingrasshoppers, included on their 2012 album “SHO ME.” In down-to-earth words, it traces the feelings of a man who has become a father.

It really makes your chest tighten—or rather, you end up listening while imagining yourself in his place.

Here’s hoping they grow up to be a kid who loves Mom and Dad!

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Araki Jakkan

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Only by livingKiroro79rank/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?

soliloquyHachiware (CV: Tanaka Makoto)80rank/position

Soliloquy MV [Chiikawa MAD] [Music Video]

This song, which appears as an insert track in the TV anime Chiikawa, is notable for Hachiware’s (voiced by Masato Tanaka) gentle singing.

The lyrics capture small moments of everyday life, delicately depicting the quiet of morning and the scenery after the rain, offering comfort to listeners.

Released in June 2022, the song comes in two versions—a standard version and a band version—running 1 minute 30 seconds and 1 minute 20 seconds respectively.

It’s a perfect tune to enjoy with young children, from toddlers to elementary schoolers.

Great for family karaoke time or when you want a calm moment.

Why not sing it together and soothe your heart?

A-I-U-E-O nigirisakushi sakkyoku/shuu saeko81rank/position

A-I-U-E Rice Balls [With Mother] Yuzo Imai & Shoko Haida (covered by UtaSuta)

This song features a lovely melody and heartwarming lyrics centered on the theme of rice balls (onigiri).

Broadcast in April 2001 as the Monthly Song on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho,” Shū Saeko’s piece has continued to be cherished by many since its airing.

In early childhood settings, it’s perfect as an introduction to food education activities.

It’s a song you can enjoy in many ways with children—singing together while naming fillings, adding hand-play motions, and more.

Goodbye with thanksSakushi: Miroku / Sakkyoku: Nakamura Nobuyuki82rank/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.

BunbunhoiMiyauchi Ryo, Nanase Hitomi83rank/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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Hamada Takuya

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Copycat PoonHayashi Akira, Mori Miyuki84rank/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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Hamada Takuya

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