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What songs are popular among elementary schoolers? Well-known and sing-along favorites! [2026]

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
music writerKOH-1
Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

These days, you can listen to songs and watch music videos through various social media platforms like TikTok and YouTube.

Of course, many adults do, but I think a lot of elementary school kids watch them too.

This time, we’ll be introducing songs that are popular among elementary school students, as well as highly well-known tracks!

We’ve gathered plenty of songs that today’s elementary schoolers often hear—like dance numbers that blew up on social media and tracks used as theme songs for popular anime—so please read to the end!

If there are any songs you don’t know, be sure to give them a listen!

Now, let’s get started.

What songs are popular among elementary school kids? Well-known and sing-along hits! [2026] (61–70)

The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP

SMAP – The Only Flower in the World

The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP

This is the 35th single by SMAP, a five-member idol group that disbanded in 2016 but remains immensely popular and is eagerly awaited to return.

Written and composed by singer-songwriter Noriyuki Makihara, it became SMAP’s biggest hit, achieving triple million sales—the first work released in the Heisei era to do so.

Carrying a gentle melody with the message that individuality matters more than ranking, it’s a song that resonates not only with elementary school children but also with adults.

For parents, it’s filled with messages you’ll want to pass on to your children.

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nowHikakin & Seikin

Now / HIKAKIN & SEIKIN

nowHikakin & Seikin

A song by the hugely popular YouTubers HIKAKIN & SEIKIN.

This track carries a supportive message from the duo about valuing the “now.” If you’re an elementary schooler who’s quick to catch trends, you’ve probably already checked it out! Not only the song, but the music video—packed with clever tricks—is a must-see.

In particular, the long, one-take reverse-play segment is a highlight.

If you haven’t listened yet, definitely give it a try!

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Cinderella GirlKing&Prince

King & Prince “Cinderella Girl” Music Video

Cinderella GirlKing&Prince

King & Prince’s debut single “Cinderella Girl.” It was selected as the theme song for the drama “Hana Nochi Hare: Hanadan Next Season.” Speaking of King & Prince, aren’t there many elementary school kids who like them, regardless of gender? “Cinderella Girl” features a charming, sparkling pop sound and is hugely popular with children as a dance track!

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Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya

Where Our Blue Is / Tatsuya Kitani

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A heart-stirring number by Tatsuya Kitani that sings of the bittersweetness of youth and the regret over lost time.

His delicate vocals and refreshing melody evoke a deep sense of nostalgia.

The lyrics, which capture summer memories, are sure to resonate with many listeners.

Released in July 2023, the song drew major attention as the opening theme for Season 2 of the popular anime Jujutsu Kaisen.

It’s a track even anime-loving elementary schoolers will know—perfect for listening to on the way home from school or at dusk, coloring those fleeting moments of youth.

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hometownarashi

Arashi Hometown

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This is a track from the album “Japonism.” It became well-known for being chosen as the required piece for the elementary school division of NHK’s All-Japan School Choir Competition, and for being performed on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

Listening to this song makes me feel warm inside.

Hometowns are wonderful, aren’t they? It’s truly a blessing to have a place to return to.

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Spot the differenceSuda Masaki

Masaki Suda 'Machigai Sagashi' (Spot the Difference)

Spot the differenceSuda Masaki

With its catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics, this masterpiece captivates listeners.

Released in June 2019, it was also chosen as the theme song for the drama “Perfect World” starring Tori Matsuzaka.

Masaki Suda’s warm vocals blend beautifully with the poetic world crafted by Kenshi Yonezu, resulting in a song that gently resonates with the listener’s heart.

The work explores the search for “mistakes” and “right answers” in life, expressing the beauty and loneliness that dwell in everyday moments.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you pause amid a busy day and face yourself.

It’s beloved by a wide range of people, from elementary school students to adults.

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loveHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)

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A single by singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, who is active across acting and music, and his ninth release.

It was used as the theme song for the TV drama “We Married as a Job!” (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu), in which he also appeared, and became a hit thanks to the “Koi Dance,” a cover performed by the cast in the drama’s ending sequence.

With its lively tempo and dance, it became popular even among elementary school students, and the flood of dance cover videos posted by celebrities and many others turned the song into a social phenomenon.

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Hoshino Takashi

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