[2026] Songs That Get Elementary School Kids Excited! Best Picks for Intro Quiz

Heaven KnowsNEW!B’z

Detective Conan New Creditless OP B’z “Heaven Knows” “DETECTIVE CONAN” NEW OPENING Movie (2026)

B’z, one of Japan’s premier rock duos.

They’re known for countless hits, and their track set to start streaming in April 2026 is “Heaven Knows.” The song has been used as the opening theme for the nationwide Yomiuri TV/Nippon TV network’s “Detective Conan” starting with the January 2026 broadcasts.

This marks the eighth B’z x “Detective Conan” collaboration for the TV series, characterized by a powerful rock sound that reflects their storied history.

It blends heavy guitars with a catchy melody, and the moment the intro kicks in, its energetic sound is sure to electrify the venue.

For elementary schoolers who look forward to the anime every week, its familiar phrases make it a guaranteed hit in intro quizzes.

What If StoryNEW!Tani Yuuki

What If Story – Tani Yuuki [MV] (TV Anime 'Doraemon' Ending Theme)

It’s a number with an irresistibly catchy melody that brightens the room the moment the intro starts—perfect for an intro quiz.

The piece I recommend is this work by Tani Yuuki.

It carries a warm message that embraces stumbles and stagnation in a positive light, and its musicality grows increasingly powerful as it heads into the chorus.

Chosen as the new ending theme for the beloved long-running national anime Doraemon and released as a CD single in November 2025, it’s extremely well known among elementary school students.

The instant the gentle piano-and-guitar intro plays, many children will shoot their hands up with excitement.

It creates a time filled with natural smiles as kids think together with their friends, so be sure to add it to your repertoire of recreational activities.

tote toNEW!papetto sunsun

Puppet Sunsun – Toteto (Official Music Video)

“Toteto,” sung by the hugely popular social media character Puppet SunSun, is a debut single released digitally in June 2025.

It was also chosen as the theme song for a short film aired within Fuji TV’s “Mezamashi TV,” so many elementary school students may have heard it.

The classic J-pop band sound layered with SunSun’s cute vocals gives you an energizing boost from the morning just by listening.

The lyrics, which sing about the small joys of everyday life, gently encourage the listener.

Starting with a warm, guitar-led intro that spreads a bright atmosphere, it’s sure to light up faces with smiles if you play it at a fun get-together.

Bling-Bang-Bang-BornNEW!Creepy Nuts

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

Bling-Bang-Bang-Born, a track by Creepy Nuts, was released as a digital single in January 2024.

Written specifically as the opening theme for Season 2 of the TV anime Mashle: Magic and Muscles, the song is characterized by its spell-like, stick-in-your-head lyrics and distinctive rhythm.

The lyrics portray the protagonist—who can’t use magic—pushing his limits by wielding his rigorously trained body as a weapon, while also reflecting the artists’ own backgrounds.

A dance set to the catchy chorus went viral on social media, sparking major buzz both in Japan and abroad.

Its recognition is so high that the entire class can burst into a sing-along the moment the intro plays, making it a surefire choice to electrify the room if used as an intro quiz at recreational events or parties for elementary school kids.

lilacNEW!Mrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Lilac” Official Music Video

A refreshing rock number released as a digital-only single in April 2024! It’s also hugely popular as the opening theme for the TV anime “Oblivion Battery.” Mrs.

GREEN APPLE returns to their roots, packing in the raw impulse of a school-days cover band, highlighted by captivating, technical guitar riffs.

It embraces the bittersweet memories and inner conflicts of youth, gently giving you a push to try loving yourself just as you are.

With its brisk, catchy melody, it’s the kind of song that will have everyone grinning and throwing their hands up the instant it plays in an intro quiz.

Perfect for getting hyped with your friends!

Yes, with pleasure.NEW!kocchi no kento

Sure thing / Kocchino Kento MV

Let me introduce a smash hit by Kocchino Kento, with a catchy beat and memorable piano phrases.

Behind its bright pop sound lies a warm message for modern people who push themselves to their limits.

Its theme—encouraging self-affirmation by not getting swept up in others’ judgments and asking for help honestly when times are tough—deeply resonated with listeners.

Released as a single in May 2024, its distinctive choreography went viral on video-sharing platforms, and a collaboration with Sanrio characters also drew major attention.

The distinctive intro makes an unforgettable impact, and because it puts a smile on everyone’s face the moment the music starts, it’s highly recommended for an intro quiz to get the whole group excited.

Blue HabitatNEW!Kitanitatsuya

Where Our Blue Is / Tatsuya Kitani

A perfect song for an intro quiz from singer-songwriter Tatsuya Kitani is “Ao no Sumika.” It’s the title track of an EP released in July 2023 and garnered major attention as the opening theme for Season 2 of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, “Hidden Inventory/Premature Death.” The song portrays the brilliance of youth and the bittersweetness of relationships that change over time.

Its driving rock sound and the chime that evokes a sense of nostalgia are especially striking.

The soaring chorus melody sticks in your head, and anime-loving elementary schoolers will likely recognize it the instant they hear the intro.

Play it at a party or recreation event, and it’s sure to get everyone excited together.