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

Thank youikimonogakari

Arigatou – Ikimono-gakari (Full)

Released in 2010, this song was written as the theme for the NHK morning drama series “Gegege no Nyobo.” As you can tell from the title and lyrics, it expresses gratitude to others, which is why it’s also popular as a song to sing at elementary school graduation ceremonies.

YouTube theme songHIKAKIN & SEIKIN

YouTube Theme Song / Hikakin & Seikin

A YouTube theme song by the hugely popular YouTubers among kids, Hikakin & Seikin.

Since Hikakin is good at beatboxing, you might expect a difficult song, but the track is actually very easy to sing for everyone from kids to adults.

The part with the phrase “YouTube!” is sure to get everyone excited and singing along.

loveHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)

I imagine there are plenty of elementary school students who can do the Koi Dance.

Since there are no English lyrics and the melody is easy to sing, I think it’s a great song for elementary school kids to perform.

It would also be fun and exciting for everyone to dance the Koi Dance together.

Let It Go ~As I Am~Ana to Yuki no Joou

Takako Matsu – Let It Go ~Ari no mama de~ (From “Frozen”)

From the Disney film Frozen, which took the world by storm, the song “Let It Go” also became hugely popular.

Many of you have probably heard lots of kids singing it.

While faithfully expressing the world of the movie, it’s simply a catchy, great song in its own right, so for a time everyone was singing it.

HabitSEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI「Habit」

A song with a mysterious vibe and a catchy melody delivers a message that confronts people’s preconceived notions and habits.

With simple, memorable phrases and an addictive sound, it’s sure to get everyone excited at school events or karaoke.

Released by SEKAI NO OWARI in June 2022, this track is the theme song for the film “HOLiC xxxHOLiC.” The work won the 64th Japan Record Award in the same year and was also performed on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

A highlight is the unique dance performance by the members dressed as a teacher and a janitor.

Even those who tend to get nervous at karaoke can sing this one with confidence thanks to its relaxed tempo and a melody line that doesn’t require too wide a vocal range.

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CREATORs (V-Cinext “Kamen Rider Geats…”

A message song filled with hope, deeply tied to the world of the Kamen Rider series, was released in October 2023, sung by PRAYERs.

Blending a powerful rock sound with electronic elements, the track captivates with its exhilarating rhythm and emotional melody.

The lyrics convey that everyone has the right to be happy and emphasize the importance of having the courage to stay true to one’s beliefs—a message that resonates with children as well.

Produced as an insert song for Kamen Rider Geats: Jamato Awakening, it heightens the climactic scenes and brilliantly captures the work’s worldview.

With its simple, catchy melody, it’s perfect for everyone to sing along together.

We are!kitadani hiroshi

TV Anime “ONE PIECE” 1000th Episode Commemoration: We Are!

It’s an energetic song packed with courage and a spirit of adventure.

With themes of camaraderie and taking on your dreams, it carries a bright, positive message.

Its up-tempo rock sound and powerful vocals make it a track that both kids and adults can sing along to and get excited about together.

This was Hiroshi Kitadani’s first single, released in November 1999 as the very first opening theme for the popular anime One Piece.

It was released by Nippon Columbia and includes a karaoke version.

The lyrics are simple and easy to remember, and the melody is familiar and catchy, making it a staple choice for karaoke.

It’s a song everyone can sing with one heart, so it’s sure to liven up school events and sports days.