Recommended Japanese pop songs for elementary school students to sing at karaoke

Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5

Yo-kai Watch: Yokai Exercise No. 1

When it comes to songs that are easy for elementary school kids to sing, Dream5’s “Yo-kai Exercise No.

1” is probably at the top of the list.

Known as the ending theme of the anime Yo-kai Watch, its lyrics can be memorized like a wordplay game.

Plus, since the song comes with a dance, you end up learning the words before you know it just by dancing along.

The tempo is slow, making it easy to keep the rhythm and sing.

Why not add it to your karaoke repertoire?

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Sorry for Being Cute (feat. Capi)HONEY WORKS

Sorry for being cute (feat. Kapi) / HoneyWorks

For an upbeat karaoke song that perfectly suits upper-grade elementary schoolers, we recommend the collaboration track “Kawaikute Gomen” by HoneyWorks and Kapi! Its catchy, memorable melody is a huge hit on TikTok! The especially striking chorus will definitely make you want to sing along.

The lyrics, which actively embrace self-love, are embraced by teens who enjoy a playful touch of cuteness, and its popularity shows no signs of slowing down.

Why not make your karaoke session even more fun with this bright, energizing song?

Kanata HarukaRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Kanata Haruka [Official Music Video]

RADWIMPS is one of the most popular bands in Japan.

Their catchy musical style, which tones down rock elements and aligns closely with J-pop, is consistently well-received by the general public.

Among RADWIMPS’ songs, the one I especially recommend for elementary school students is Kanata Haluka.

As students reach the upper grades, they’re likely to encounter more popular music like this.

The song features a simple enough melody that upper-grade students can certainly sing it, making it a great choice for class choral performances.

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"Tsubame" / YOASOBI with Midories Official Music Video

For elementary school kids who want to liven up a karaoke session, YOASOBI’s “Tsubame” is a perfect choice.

While the song carries a strong message, it also has a gentle quality that naturally resonates with children.

From a swallow’s perspective, it softly conveys the importance of a world where all living creatures coexist.

On top of that, its easy-to-sing melody makes it ideal for karaoke! With the participation of the unit Midories, the inclusion of voices from the same generation will surely make friends want to sing along.

Sing it together and have a wonderful time.

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yama × Bocchi Boromaru “Hello” MV (TV anime “Pokémon” opening theme)

A perfect song for elementary school kids who want to liven up karaoke is “Hello,” sung by yama and Bocchi Boromaru.

This track is also known as an opening theme for Pokémon, featuring upbeat, positive lyrics and a catchy melody.

While reflecting the anime’s themes of adventure and the importance of friendship, it encourages and gently supports kids who are working hard toward their studies and dreams.

Since it’s a duet, the appeal is that you can sing it with a friend.

The rhythm is a bit fast, but ride the momentum and sing it with confidence!

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Aimyon – Harunohi [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Aimyon’s “Harunohi” is the perfect song for anyone who wants to have a great time with friends or family at karaoke.

With its friendly, catchy melody, the track shines with Aimyon’s refreshing voice and gentle lyrics.

The tempo isn’t too fast, and the vocal range is comfortable, making it a great choice even for kids picking up the mic for the first time.

Just like imagining the exciting story of a Crayon Shin-chan movie, you’ll want to enjoy a fun karaoke session with this song.

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Naniwa Danshi – First Love (Ubu Love) [Music Video Dance ver.]

When it comes to karaoke songs that are perfect for elementary school kids, Ubu Love is the first one that comes to mind.

Released in 2021 by Naniwa Danshi, this track is a youthful, heart-throbbing love song.

The lyrics capture the feelings of a pure first love, and those emotions are sprinkled throughout its charming choreography.

The bright, upbeat melody makes it easy for everyone to get into the groove and sing along, and the dance moves are very easy to learn.

It’s wonderful that not only kids but adults can get excited together, too.

Let’s all sing it and make the most of our karaoke time!