[Sea Nursery Rhymes] Fun children's songs themed around the sea
During summer vacation, many families probably go to the beach with their children, don’t they? There are so many ways to play at the beach that you can enjoy yourself all day without getting bored.
In this article, we introduce children’s songs and nursery rhymes related to the sea.
In addition to classics like “Umi” and “Ware wa Umi no Ko,” we’ve gathered sea-themed songs that kids are sure to love.
It’s perfect for when you want to listen to summery nursery rhymes or discover various songs about the ocean.
Some songs are great for singing and dancing, so on days that are too hot, try having fun moving your body indoors at home!
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[Children’s Sea Songs] Fun kids’ songs with an ocean theme (41–50)
Creepy-Crawly Sports DayKoharu (Charan Po Rantan)
An adorable song set in a fun underwater world.
Centered on an underwater sports day, it sings about unique events like jellyfish synchronized swimming and a penguin skating rink.
With lyrics that spark children’s imaginations and an energetic, upbeat melody, this piece was featured on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” in 2018 and became beloved by many parents and children.
Listening to it before a trip to the beach or an aquarium might double your child’s excitement.
Singing and dancing together as a family makes it perfect for creating happy memories.
Crab UncleShibuya Takeshi
This piece is known from NHK’s popular program “Okaasan to Issho.” It’s a fun song with a crab as the main character—one of the sea creatures beloved by children.
With its lively rhythm and playful lyrics, it really captures kids’ hearts.
It has been aired since the late 1990s and is still regularly featured on the show.
The song is used in various segments, such as the singing corner and exercise time.
If you play it for children before a summer trip to the beach, it’ll boost their excitement and help make even happier memories.
CDs, sheet music, and DVDs are also available, so be sure to try singing it at home too.
The sea is with us.Iwabuchi Makoto
This is a song by Makoto Iwabuchi that became the theme song for the 1983 film Doraemon: Nobita and the Castle of the Undersea Devil.
Listening to Makoto Iwabuchi’s voice makes you feel very calm, as if you were idly gazing out at the sea.
The sea-themed lyrics evoke a warm, nostalgic flow of memories.
While many sea-themed songs are bright and refreshing, this one is perfect for a summer evening.
If you’re a mom or dad who listened to it back in the day, try enjoying it together with your children.
Plover on the Beachdōyō
A cool, refreshing song woven around the motif of seabirds.
The lyrics were written by the poet Kasima Meishu, who is said to have penned them while walking along the beach at night.
In the lyrics, the scene of a small bird crying by the shore on a night with a beautiful moon is depicted.
The words are extremely simple, making it easy to picture the scene as you listen.
It’s a classic children’s song for summer, one that makes you feel as if you can hear the waves rolling in and receding and the chirping of little birds.
Marine, the White Horse of the Seadoriimingu
Marine the White Horse of the Sea is a character appearing in Soreike! Anpanman, starting with the film “Defeat the Ghost Ship!” This song is Marine’s theme.
From the timbre of the wind chimes to the clear, transparent production, the sound design is striking, giving the piece a cool, refreshing feel.
The lyrics both praise Marine and offer an uplifting message like “Run on forever!!,” making your heart feel warm as you listen.