Children’s Song Rankings [2026]

Anpanman Ondo71rank/position

Anpanman Ondo: Let’s dance together with Anpanman!!

Let’s all dance together! Here are some ideas for the “Anpanman Ondo.” Let’s dance the “Anpanman Ondo” with the beloved characters from “Go! Anpanman,” popular in the anime, movies, and picture books! The song has four verses, but the choreography stays the same, so it should be easy for children to learn, right? Moving their bodies to the rhythm can not only develop motor skills and a sense of rhythm, but also help nurture emotional expression—like “I did it!” and “I can dance for fun!”—and boost their self-esteem.

Vegetable Song72rank/position

Vegetable Song (interactive play) Nen-ne [sleep time], ages 0 and up

It incorporates cooking motions—like “kyukyu” for cucumbers and “ton-ton” for tomatoes—touches on smells with Chinese cabbage by saying “It smells stinky,” and plays with changing sounds for grapes with “booboo-boo,” offering lots of stimulating elements.

It will be interesting to see how your child reacts.

Since many vegetable and fruit names appear, it’s also recommended as an introduction to food education for children.

By repeating it, your child may find a favorite phrase, such as “ton-ton-ton.”

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That gentle girlsupittsu73rank/position

That Gentle Girl – Spitz (Full)

This is a memorable song filled with gentle, hopeful lyrics and a warm melody.

Released in June 2019, it was loved by many as the theme song for the NHK morning drama “Natsuzora.” Building on the folk-rock sound that Spitz cherishes, the addition of French horn and organ arrangements gives the piece an even warmer feel.

The story of enduring Hokkaido’s harsh winters and growing together with friends resonates deeply alongside the beautiful melody.

It’s also recommended as background music for videos or photo slideshows commemorating a child’s first birthday.

Please enjoy it as music to brighten special occasions, together with your family and friends.

To the Sun in the Palm of Your Hand74rank/position

Anpanman song “Hold Your Palms Up to the Sun” dance version — razor-sharp Anpanman!

The lyrics for this song were written by Takashi Yanase, well known for Anpanman.

It’s said he came up with the idea after shining a flashlight on his own hand and feeling, “I’m alive!” The composer is Taku Izumi, a master of Japanese children’s songs.

The light, buoyant melody combined with lyrics that convey the “joy of being alive” makes kids naturally want to dance! For children to fully enjoy the song “Tenohira o Taiyō ni” (“Hands to the Sun”), it’s important that they first feel, “Isn’t being alive amazing!” If they sing with a bright voice while holding their hands up to the sun and savor the moment of realizing, “There’s blood flowing through me!” their bodies will start moving naturally.

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Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts75rank/position

Creepy Nuts “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” × TV Anime “MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES” Collaboration Music Video #BBBB Dance

Released in January 2024, this track was written as the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime “Mashle: Magic and Muscles,” specifically for the Divine Visionary Candidate Exam arc.

The anime’s premise—where the protagonist who can’t use magic takes on the world with pure muscle—syncs perfectly with R-Shitei’s powerful lyrics.

The chant-like hook sticks in your head after just one listen, and it’s still fresh in our minds how it went viral worldwide on TikTok as the “BBBB Dance.” DJ Matsunaga’s track, infused with Jersey Club elements, is insanely addictive and perfect for getting everyone hyped at karaoke.

Even if you can’t sing it perfectly, just shouting that distinctive phrase together will unite the crowd and send the energy through the roof!

mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism76rank/position

Official HIGE DANDism – Mixed Nuts [Official Video]

This song, which portrays a false family woven by people with secrets and the genuine bonds born within it, was released digitally in April 2022 as the opening theme for the TV anime SPY×FAMILY.

The opening, where a noisy guitar intertwines with a jazzy bass, instantly draws listeners into the world of the track.

Because the melody line features dramatic pitch shifts, some prior practice is essential to nail it at karaoke—but that makes the sense of accomplishment all the greater when you do.

The thrilling development created by the exhilarating sound and intricate melody is sure to crank up everyone’s excitement at karaoke.

It’s a rock tune recommended not only for anime fans but also for anyone eager to take on a high-level challenge.

Tomatotto…? Chili Pepper ~Vegetable Shiritori~Kakijima Shinji / Hanakappa (Nakagawa Rie) Momokappa (Shishido Rumi)77rank/position

Hanakappa End Theme

Tomatotto…? Chili Pepper ~Vegetable Shiritori~ is the ending theme of the hugely popular kids’ anime Hanakappa.

It’s sung by musician Shinji Kakijima, who also wrote the song, along with the anime characters Hanakappa and Momokappa.

Starting with “tomato,” every vegetable that appears in the lyrics is connected through shiritori (a Japanese word chain game).

There are moments when they accidentally say a vegetable that ends with the forbidden “n,” but they keep starting over and continue the game.

As you go through all kinds of vegetables in shiritori, you might find that “before you know it, you’ve come to love vegetables!!” It’s a song that gives you that feeling.

Give the vegetable shiritori a try!

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