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

Everyone is a heroAI57rank/position

“Everyone Is a Hero” Full ver. AI [Official]

It’s a cheer song that delivers hope and energy.

The melody is based on a nursery rhyme familiar to everyone, creating a gentle atmosphere that resonates with children’s hearts.

AI’s powerful vocals and the gospel-style melody give children the courage to say, “I can do it” and “Let’s take a step forward.” The piece was created in January 2016 as a song for an au commercial and was included on the album THE BEST DELUXE EDITION.

It’s perfect for school entrance season—a song that naturally brings smiles to children’s faces.

It has the power to tell kids who are nervous about a new environment that everyone is a friend.

No.1DISH//58rank/position

DISH// – No.1 [Official Video] (TV Anime “My Hero Academia” Season 5 Opening Theme / MY HERO ACADEMIA OPENING THEME)

A powerful anthem that sings of the strength to keep moving forward as your true self.

Set to a driving blend of piano and guitar rock, DISH//’s passionate vocals resonate deeply in the heart.

Many will find courage in its message: don’t fear challenges—forge ahead on your own path, not someone else’s.

Released in May 2021 as their 13th single, the song was chosen as the opening theme for the first cour of Season 5 of the Yomiuri TV/Nippon TV anime My Hero Academia.

It’s a track that mirrors the journeys of young people pursuing their dreams—perfect for when you need the courage to take that first step forward.

You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO59rank/position

SHISHAMO “You and the Summer Festival”

This is a love song by SHISHAMO with a summer music festival theme.

It’s a bittersweet track that captures the mixed feelings of excitement and nervousness when you go to a midsummer rock fest—with your favorite artist performing—together with someone you like.

The song is a breezy coming-of-age rock tune, a style SHISHAMO excels at.

Hearing vocalist Asako Miyazaki’s gentle, charming voice will make you want to head to a summer festival even more.

These days, more parents and children attend festivals together, so it’s also a great song to play for your kids as a bit of festival prep.

Gingira Galaxysutopuri60rank/position

[Yo-kai Watch OP] Gling-Gling Galaxy / Strawberry Prince [NayutalieN]

A song by Strawberry Prince (SutoPuri) that captured the hearts of many fans after being chosen as the opening theme for the anime Yo-kai Academy Y: Encounter with N.

True to NayutalieN’s style as the songwriter and composer, it pairs a catchy, space-evoking melody with lyrics brimming with positive energy—an irresistibly charming combination.

The theme conveys how a heart that started as a small light begins to shine as brightly as a galaxy through meeting friends, giving courage to those who listen.

The track was included on the January 2020 album Strawberry Next! and also brought color to the story as the ending theme for the game Yo-kai Academy Y: Witty Academy Life.

Why not kick off your day with its dynamic, uplifting sound at your back?

Let’s draw a picture in the blue sky.Sakushi: Kazumi Kazuki / Sakkyoku: Hajime Kamishiba61rank/position

[Children’s Song] Let’s draw a picture in the blue sky

“Let’s Paint on the Blue Sky” is a song that sparks the imagination with its fantastical story.

It tells of riding a great cloud-ship across the sky in search of an island no one has ever seen.

Each line of the lyrics conjures up beautiful scenery.

I hope you’ll sing it with a sense of excitement about the story in the words.

There’s also a part with lively call-and-response shouts, making it perfect for times when you want to have fun and get energized.

Raising your hands high in time with the calls would be wonderful, too.

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It’s fun.sakushi: yamauchi kazuko / sakkyoku: terashima naohiko62rank/position

[Children’s Song] “It’s Fun!” Let’s sing and dance together♪

When you sing it, you naturally want to clap your hands and sway your body to the rhythm—That’s Fun! Its theme—that clapping and singing together with everyone is so much fun!—is perfect for children’s choir.

It encourages kids to notice the unique joys of group singing, like comparing the sound of clapping your own right and left hands with the sound of clapping your hands together with a friend, and listening closely to the voices around you as you sing.

Let’s look at one another—friends and teachers alike—add some movements, and enjoy singing together.

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To be a motherAbe Mao63rank/position

Mao Abe – To Be a Mother [Haha de Arutameni] (Official Music Video)

This song, which sings of a mother’s deep love, is also very popular on Instagram.

Written by Mao Abe based on her own childbirth experience, it’s included on her album “Babe.” released in February 2017.

The lyrics convey unconditional love for a child and the joy of motherhood, making it a track that resonates with many people.

It’s perfect for those who want to post everyday moments with their baby in Stories.

Using this song, which truly conveys a mother’s feelings, will undoubtedly highlight your love for your baby.

Be sure to try it in your Instagram Reels!