Ranking of Popular Japanese Pop (J-POP) Artists Among Elementary School Students [2026]

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Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Dance Hall” Official Music Video

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GREEN APPLE’s 2022 mini-album Unity, also became a household favorite as the theme song for Fuji TV’s information program Mezamashi 8.

Even when things don’t go well, its positive message gives you a gentle push, telling you that you’re fine just as you are—something that really resonates with students and anyone working hard at lessons.

Sing along to the rhythm and you’ll naturally find yourself smiling.

The dance featured in the music video is catchy and popular too, so it’s fun to sing while copying the choreography with your friends!

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[For Elementary and Middle School Students] Racing into the Night / YOASOBI [Easy Arrangement Ver.]

YOASOBI’s smash-hit song “Yoru ni Kakeru.” If you’re an elementary school student, you’ve definitely heard this one! It’s not originally a dance track, so there’s no official choreography, but there are plenty of “I tried dancing” videos, including ones that introduce easy moves for kids.

If you’re looking for a catchy, uptempo song, why not try dancing to “Yoru ni Kakeru”? It’s widely known from lower to upper grades, so it’s highly recommended.

The song is striking right from the intro, so it’s sure to get both the dancers and the audience excited!

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SEKAI NO OWARI “Highest Altitude” ONE PIECE Lyric MV

SEKAI NO OWARI’s classic song “Saikō Tōtatsuten” (“Highest Point”).

This track was used as the opening theme for the hugely popular anime ONE PIECE, which is also beloved by elementary school students.

While SEKAI NO OWARI often tends to have high-pitched melodies, this song is contained within a very narrow vocal range of mid1F to mid2F#.

Even elementary schoolers, whose voices can be unstable due to voice change, should generally be able to sing it without issues.

Boys who have already undergone voice change can sing it in the original key; otherwise—and for most girls in elementary school—it’s best to lower the key for adjustment.

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Let’s give it a tryWANIMA4rank/position

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This is an energetic track by WANIMA that rearranges the children’s song “Picnic” into a rock style! Its positive message—“Don’t be afraid of failure; just give it a try first”—is sure to give a strong push to elementary school girls working hard at their studies and extracurriculars.

Released digitally in January 2017, the song became a hot topic after being featured in au’s popular “Santaro” commercial series.

The fun, whimsical world of the ads and the song’s driving sound will fill you with excitement just by listening.

With outstanding name recognition and an easy-to-remember melody, it’s guaranteed to turn into a big sing-along with your friends and get the party going when you sing it at karaoke!

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Gen Hoshino – Doraemon (Official Video)

It’s an engaging song.

It’s used as the theme for that popular anime.

Released in February 2018 as the theme song for a film, it has also been used as the opening theme for the TV anime since 2019.

Gen Hoshino’s warm vocals and the pop sound perfectly match the work’s worldview.

The lyrics, which sing about the mysteries found in everyday life, resonate with a wide range of listeners, from children to adults.

It’s a recommended track when you’re feeling down or need a boost.

Listening to this song will surely lift your spirits.

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LiSA “Gurenge” -MUSiC CLiP- (Anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” Tanjiro Kamado: Unwavering Resolve Arc Opening Theme)

It features a powerful rock sound and LiSA’s clear, crystalline vocals.

The lyrics portray the courage to face hardship and find hope amid battle, filled with a positive message that even elementary school students can relate to.

With a simple, easy-to-remember melody line and lyrics that express emotion straightforwardly, it’s beloved as a karaoke staple.

Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba from April 2019, it was also performed spectacularly at NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen in December 2020.

Its singable vocal range and simple melody make it perfect for music classes and school events.

It’s also recommended for when you want to get excited with friends at karaoke or sing together with everyone.

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Kenshi Yonezu – Lemon

Kenshi Yonezu’s smash-hit number “Lemon.” Released in 2018 as a single, it was written as the theme song for the drama “Unnatural,” which left many hoping for a sequel.

The song reflects the drama’s worldview and includes imagery that evokes thoughts of death, yet it’s a deeply heartrending piece that conveys a strong feeling for someone precious.

Even years after its release, it remains one of the most popular karaoke songs.

Many elementary school students probably feel like singing it when they go to karaoke, don’t they?

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