Touching songs recommended for elementary school children
How many “moving songs” do you know?
There are moments when a great piece of music gives you goosebumps.
But it’s not that often that we come across songs like that, is it?
So this time, we researched moving songs, focusing mainly on J‑pop that’s popular among elementary school students!
Whether you’re an elementary schooler who loves music or someone looking for songs that are popular with kids, give these a listen.
You’re sure to find the song you’ve been looking for—one that moves your heart.
They’re also recommended for when you want a good cry or need some encouragement!
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Moving Songs Recommended for Elementary School Students (21–30)
DoraemonHoshino Gen
Gen Hoshino is a male singer who has been active since 2000.
In addition to his singing career, he also works as an essayist and columnist, and his lyrical talent is evident in his songwriting.
If you listen to this song with a focus on the lyrics, it becomes a moving piece that brings tears to your eyes as you think of Doraemon and Nobita.
Happy Endingback number
back number is a three-piece rock band active since 2004.
This song was used as the theme song for the 2016 film “My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday,” and not only the lyrics but also the band’s sound are truly moving.
mental imagekoron
This ballad, released in November 2025 by Colon, a member of Strawberry Prince (SutoPuri), was written and composed by Chouchou-P.
It delicately portrays the preciousness of cherishing someone dear.
The clear vocals meld beautifully into the spacious resonance of piano and strings, creating a wonderfully soothing sound.
Capturing in music the moments where memory and imagination intersect—when feelings for someone appear in the mind like vivid images—this song is perfect for times when you want to face your own emotions.
A Little Love SongMONGOL800 cover by Amatsuki
This is a cover of MONGOL800’s “Chiisana Koi no Uta” by Amatsuki.
The original song itself is powerful, bright, and uplifting.
With a touch of smoothness and clarity blended in, it has transformed into a version with a different kind of charm.
HEROMr.Children
Mr.Children is a four-member rock band that has been active since 1989.
The music video for this song is done in stop-motion animation, and not only are the lyrics moving, but the visuals are also touching, so I highly recommend it.
RAINSEKAI NO OWARI
SEKAI NO OWARI is a four-member band that has been active since 2006.
This song was used as the theme song for the animated film “Mary and The Witch’s Flower,” and its gently SekaOwa-like lyrics make it a moving track that is also recommended for elementary school students.
The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46
Nogizaka46 is a female idol group that has been active since 2011.
This song was the final single for Nanami Hashimoto, who was one of the group’s popular members.
With themes of parting, graduation, and the future, it’s an inspiring and moving song that makes you feel like you can keep going when you listen to it.