Popular children's songs. Japanese music artist rankings [2026]
Kids’ interests are incredibly flexible—they can latch onto anything from anime and superhero shows to variety programs and dramas.
So this time, we’re introducing a ranking of Japanese music artists popular with children.
We’re sure you’ll find a new favorite artist!
Playlist
| Popular children's songs. Japanese music artist rankings [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Karada Dandan |  play_arrow | A dance song where you pretend to be animals will liven up the sports day. |
| 2 | I won’t forget.D-51 |  play_arrow | The opening of the anime “ONE PIECE”… |
| 3 | Boyoyon MarchImai Yūzō, Haida Shōko |  | An inspiring choral piece that lifts everyone’s spirits |
| 4 | To That SummerHisaishi Joe |  play_arrow | Insert song from Spirited Away, Summer of Memories |
| 5 | Muscatyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s “Muscat” is a refreshing summer song. |
| 6 | Flower of ThanksYokoyama Daisuke / Mitani Takumi |  play_arrow | A song that conveys gratitude, a heartwarming classic |
| 7 | To a new tomorrowSakushi sakkyoku: Yazaki Fuuka |  play_arrow | Gratitude and Growth Reflected in a Nursery School Graduation Song |
| 8 | If only you were here so I could hold you.miwa |  play_arrow | Songs that sing about love for a baby are perfect for Instagram |
| 9 | Please let the weather be nice tomorrow!Yokoyama Daisuke / Mitani Takumi |  | NHK’s Singing Big Brother expresses a bright future in a song |
| 10 | birthdayKumaki Anri |  play_arrow | A song about the miracle of simply being alive |
| 11 | glitter-sparkle-ponHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya |  play_arrow | Changes and Charms of the FANTANE! Ending Theme |
| 12 | rainbowSakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Nakagawa Hirotaka |  play_arrow | Blow away your sadness with a rainbow song. |
| 13 | To the children’s futureKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | A song filled with wishes for children’s future |
| 14 | rainbow-coloredayaka |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that portrays a journey through a life full of hope. |
| 15 | SmileKamisiraishi Moka |  play_arrow | Starting with a refreshing morning greeting and moving on to the fun of the afternoon... |
| 16 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Hata Motohiro’s signature ballad that expresses gratitude to a loved one |
| 17 | My Little RoseHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A warm song by Dai Hirai filled with love for his child |
| 18 | 1, 2, 3After the Rain（soraru × mafumafu） |  play_arrow | The classic opening theme from Pokémon, After the Rain. |
| 19 | 100% CourageHikaru GENJI |  play_arrow | The cheering song of Nintama Rantarō that gives energy and courage |
| 20 | DoraemonHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Let's have fun moving our bodies with the Doraemon dance |
| 21 | Cheer of StarlightGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A warm melody and love for someone special |
| 22 | From your momHatsuda Etsuko |  play_arrow | A debut single that sings of a mother's love |
| 23 | May it be filled with kindnessJUJU |  play_arrow | JUJU’s famous song that sings about the preciousness of life and gratitude |
| 24 | Anpanman’s Marchdoriimingu |  play_arrow | Anpanman’s theme song, a song of courage and hope |
| 25 | A precious treasureShinzawa Toshihiko |  play_arrow | A touching, heartwarming song celebrating graduation from kindergarten |
| 26 | The bell rings.Hanada Yuuichirou, Ono Atsuko |  play_arrow | Explaining the appeal of ending theme songs in children's TV shows |
| 27 | BatonKobukuro |  play_arrow | A warm song that sings of the bonds of life |
| 28 | idolYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A moving piece of music that portrays the behind-the-scenes of idols |
| 29 | Odoru Pompoko RinB.B. Kuīnzu |  play_arrow | The nationwide hit song “Koi Suru Fortune Cookie” |
| 30 | pupilaiko |  play_arrow | A lullaby-style song by aiko, perfect for baby posts |
| 31 | Let’s hold handsMakihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | A song that conveys the importance of holding hands |
| 32 | Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A refreshing summer song, the brilliance of youth |
| 33 | The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP |  play_arrow | A one-of-a-kind flower that each person makes bloom in the world |
| 34 | miracleUru |  play_arrow | A moving theme song that gently sings of the birth of life |
| 35 | Your ColorSakushi/Sakkyoku: Edamamenzu |  play_arrow | A colorful children's pop song that cherishes individuality |
| 36 | Wake up!AAA |  play_arrow | AAA's One Piece opening theme |
| 37 | rainbowtsuji ayano |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that celebrates the joys of parenting. |
| 38 | My Neighbor TotoroInoue Azumi |  play_arrow | The captivating theme song of the Studio Ghibli film My Neighbor Totoro |
| 39 | It will be sunny tomorrow.Sakata Osamu |  play_arrow | The moving song for graduation from kindergarten, “Ashita wa Hareru” (Tomorrow Will Be Sunny) |
| 40 | Friends are a good thing.Sakushi: Iwaya Tokiko / Sakkyoku: Miki Takashi |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that sings the importance of friendship |
| 41 | Goodbye MarchSakata Osamu, Mori Miyuki |  play_arrow | The Appeal of the Puppet Show Ending 'Sayonara March' |
| 42 | Sketchaimyon |  play_arrow | A warm tale of Nobita and his friends |
| 43 | That gentle girlsupittsu |  play_arrow | Lyrics filled with kindness and hope, and a warm melody... |
| 44 | From MotherKasai Shunsuke |  play_arrow | The timing of celebrating a child’s first birthday is something that... |
| 45 | Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | An anthem of encouragement for the challenge of turning weakness into strength |
| 46 | Let’s give it a tryWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA's lively 'Picnic' |
| 47 | A precious treasureSakushi sakkyoku: Shinzawa Toshihiko |  play_arrow | A heartwarming graduation song that sings about memories from kindergarten life |
| 48 | strollSakushi: Nakagawa Rieko / Sakkyoku: Hisaishi Joe |  play_arrow | A bright marching song, a song to enjoy with children |
| 49 | Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | "BBBBB" anime theme song with an intense rhythm |
| 50 | swallowYOASOBI with Midorīzu |  play_arrow | SDGs theme song that sings about the preciousness of life and hope |
| 51 | No matter how smallwacci |  play_arrow | A gentle song that supports babies and parenting |
| 52 | I wish you lots of happinessnaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | A seven-member idol group that’s extremely popular with children... |
| 53 | Everyone is friendssakushi sakkyoku: nakagawa hirotaka |  play_arrow | A graduation song celebrating the bonds of friendship. |
| 54 | A million years of happiness!!Kuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | Keisuke Kuwata’s “1,000,000 Years of Happiness!!” is... |
| 55 | Thank youikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that sings of gratitude |
| 56 | Child(ren) of the EarthKeroponzu |  play_arrow | Energetic songs by Keropons to enjoy with children |
| 57 | Everyone is a heroAI |  play_arrow | An uplifting song that brings courage and hope to children |
| 58 | No.1DISH// |  play_arrow | A powerful song about walking forward and being true to yourself |
| 59 | You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | SHISHAMO’s Summer Festival Love Song |
| 60 | Gingira Galaxysutopuri |  play_arrow | Strawberry Prince’s songs, themed around the brilliance of the heart, give people courage. |
| 61 | Let’s draw a picture in the blue sky.Sakushi: Kazumi Kazuki / Sakkyoku: Hajime Kamishiba |  play_arrow | A cheerful song of cloud ships traveling the sky |
| 62 | It’s fun.sakushi: yamauchi kazuko / sakkyoku: terashima naohiko |  play_arrow | Enjoying sounds and movements with friends in a choir |
| 63 | To be a motherAbe Mao |  play_arrow | Abe Mao’s song themed around motherly love |
| 64 | mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | SPY x FAMILY, an exhilarating theme song, sung passionately at full power! |
| 65 | Thank you for being born.fūko |  play_arrow | A moving ballad that sings of the parent-child bond and the preciousness of life |
| 66 | La la la, I love it.Takada Satoshi |  | A warm graduation song of memories and gratitude |
| 67 | Doraemon: Make My Dreams Come Truemao |  play_arrow | Doraemon’s theme song is popular among children. |
| 68 | Only the number of starsMayumiinu |  play_arrow | I have worked on numerous commercial jingles to date... |
| 69 | Treasure in the Heartsakushi sakkyoku : yoshizawa takayuki |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings of love for children and the joy of growth |
| 70 | A token of my loveSakushi: Kimushō, Moeko t / Sakkyoku: Kimushō |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings about memories of kindergarten life |
| 71 | Because you were thereCrystal Kay |  play_arrow | A moving ballad filled with life-protecting love |
| 72 | Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5 |  play_arrow | The anime ending theme by Dream5 is extremely popular. |
| 73 | Laughter is nice.sakushi/sakkyoku: Tayama Masamitsu |  play_arrow | A fun song with laughter choreography |
| 74 | My cutest featureFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | Discover your charm with a cute song |
| 75 | October 10KingrassHoppers |  play_arrow | After finding out I was pregnant, about ten months… |
| 76 | soliloquyHachiware (CV: Tanaka Makoto) |  play_arrow | The gentle songs in Chiikawa soothe the heart. |
| 77 | A-I-U-E-O nigirisakushi sakkyoku/shuu saeko |  play_arrow | Enjoy nutrition education and music with the Onigiri Song |
| 78 | Goodbye with thanksSakushi: Miroku / Sakkyoku: Nakamura Nobuyuki |  play_arrow | Convey preschoolers’ memories through a song of gratitude |
| 79 | Copycat PoonHayashi Akira, Mori Miyuki |  play_arrow | The ending theme song of “Niko Niko Pun,” Manekko Pun |
| 80 | Goronta OndoMizuki Ichirō, Saitō Nobuko |  play_arrow | Goronta Ondo passionately sung by Nobuko Saito and Ichiro Mizuki |
| 81 | 365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48 |  play_arrow | AKB48’s classic song “365 Nichi no Kamihikōki” is a heartwarming masterpiece. |
| 82 | Only by livingKiroro |  play_arrow | The first birthday celebrating the children’s growth and the family bond… |
| 83 | Until the world becomes oneYa-Ya-yah |  play_arrow | A heartwarming friendship song by Ya-Ya-yah |
| 84 | BunbunhoiMiyauchi Ryo, Nanase Hitomi |  play_arrow | “Bunbun Hoi” is a song from a puppet show. |
| 85 | Let’s go, Smile Precure!Ikeda Aya |  play_arrow | Precure opening, an energetic classic song |
| 86 | Time capsuleMINMI |  play_arrow | MINMI’s graduation song for preschool, a moving piece |
| 87 | Time ParadoxVaundy |  play_arrow | A warm song celebrating Vaundy’s first birthday |
| 88 | Color Explorersicchī・naru |  play_arrow | Stimulating children's curiosity with colorful music |
| 89 | Odoru Pompoko RinMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | Maruko’s “Odoru Pompoko Rin” is hugely popular. |
| 90 | Ho! Ho! Ho!Sakushi: Itō Akira / Sakkyoku: Koshibe Nobuyoshi |  play_arrow | Songs from NHK's “Okāsan to Issho” |
| 91 | The feeling of gratitudeSakushi: Shinzawa Toshihiko / Sakkyoku: Hosoda Maiko |  play_arrow | A children’s song of gratitude, perfect for a preschool graduation ceremony. |
| 92 | After a fightSakushi: Araki Toyohisa / Sakkyoku: Miki Takashi |  play_arrow | A classic song that conveys the importance of reconciliation |
| 93 | Summer of Goodbye ~From Up on Poppy Hill~Teshima Aoi |  play_arrow | Theme song from From Up on Poppy Hill |
| 94 | One Night CarnivalKishidan |  play_arrow | Kishidan’s hot and energetic cheer song |
| 95 | MomotaroSuiyōbi no Campanella |  play_arrow | Momotarō by Wednesday Campanella can be enjoyed by both children and adults. |
| 96 | Promise of the WorldBaishō Chieko |  | Theme song of Howl's Moving Castle |
| 97 | againHirahara Ayaka |  play_arrow | The Appeal of Ghibli Music and Joe Hisaishi |
| 98 | So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster |  play_arrow | Little Glee Monster bringing courage and hope |
| 99 | Family partykyarī pamyu pamyu |  play_arrow | The Crayon Shin-chan theme song is appealing for its depiction of family bonds. |
| 100 | Sing, Bam-Bam!Sakushi: Sakata Hiroo / Sakkyoku: Yamamoto Naozumi |  play_arrow | Popular songs from NHK shows; hand-play songs are fun. |