Also great for dementia care! Recommended dance songs for people in their 70s: Let’s dance to those classic hits

What a nice bath.Za Dorifutāzu

“Ii Yudana” Gymnastics by Colorful Style

Let’s try some exercises to a catchy tune from The Drifters! We’re introducing “Ii Yu Da Na.” When you hear “Ii Yu Da Na,” you can’t help but hum along—especially when you’re soaking in a hot spring or bathtub, right? This time, we’ll relieve stress with an “Ii Yu Da Na” exercise routine that’s great whether you’re seated in a chair or standing.

The key is the choreography that makes you want to smile as you move your hands to the rhythm.

It’s something you can approach with a calm, relaxed feeling!

People of the Me-gumi (firefighters’ brigade)RATS&STAR

[Wa-soul★Nostalgic Melodies Dance Diet] J-POP 80s “Megumi no Hito” / Rats & Star (Shanels) ♪ Easy 3 and a half minutes / Have fun singing and dancing to a Showa-era classic to burn fat 🔥 Beginner-friendly, anyone can do it

It was quite a shock when, at the height of their popularity, Chanels changed their name to Rats & Star.

These days, it’s not unusual for comedians to change their stage names and become more popular, but back then it felt groundbreaking.

Their memorable first single under the new name was Mekumi no Hito.

People today might be more familiar with Kumi Koda’s cover version.

As long as you can nail the signature pose—the “Me!”—you can pretty much move however you like.

It’s a high-energy track that makes you want to move your body while reminiscing about the old days.

Apple SongNamiki Michiko

FY2011 5th Local Calisthenics Contest, Grand Prize — Ikiiki Supporters Ina, “Ringo no Uta (Apple Song)”

Even a casual listener who’s like, “Music? Hmm, I guess it’s okay,” will definitely know this song.

And of course, there can’t be a single senior who hasn’t heard it.

Ringo no Uta, the very first postwar hit in Japan, is a curious song: though the melody carries a hint of sadness, listening to it somehow fills you with strength.

Hachiro Sato’s lyrics are wonderful, too.

Its slightly relaxed tempo makes it easy for dance beginners to move along.

Whether you dance standing or seated, it’s a perfect recommendation for all seniors!

Be my bride.Kayama Yūzō

Perfect for summer! Hula-style dance for seniors: “Oyome ni Oide” by Yuzo Kayama #ForSeniors #HulaDance #Recreation #DanceRecreation #EasyDance #YuzoKayama #OyomeNiOide

Speaking of dances from areas famous for the sea, Hawaiian hula is well known.

Let’s try dancing to the gentle rhythm of Yuzo Kayama’s signature song “Oyome ni Oide,” whose smooth melody evokes the ocean—one of its charms.

Although hula traditionally uses full-body, wave-like movements, you can still create clear wave motions while seated by moving your arms skillfully.

By vividly imagining nature and moving your body, you may even feel a refreshing sensation.

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Hibari Misora MedleyMisora Hibari

Hibari Misora Greatest Hits [Care Recreation]: Chair Exercises That Seniors Will Absolutely Love! Recreation, Exercise, Rehabilitation, and Preventive Care to Enjoy at Facilities

Hibari Misora, the original diva who kept singing throughout the tumultuous Showa era.

What’s your favorite Hibari song? There’s no way to pick just one—from “Kanashiki Kuchibue” and “Tokyo Kid,” which supported the hearts of Japanese people after the war, to “Ringo Oiwake” and “Omatsuri Mambo,” which captivated the early days of television, her peak-era hits like “Yawara” and “Kanashii Sake,” and her late masterpiece “Kawa no Nagare no Yō ni.” So how about moving your body to a Hibari medley instead? Video sites even have clips that teach simple choreography.

I hope you can spend a delightful time along with your memories!

Playback Part 2Yamaguchi Momoe

Showa Dance Hisai (Playback Take 2) Choreography: Yoko Iida

Let’s move our bodies along with nostalgic memories to the timeless hits of the Showa era.

The single released by Momoe Yamaguchi in May 1978 is a masterpiece with lyrics by Yoko Aki and music by Ryudo Uzaki.

With its innovative structure and emotionally rich vocals, this work reached No.

2 on the Oricon charts and sold over 500,000 copies.

Its warmth that resonates with listeners’ hearts and its light, buoyant melody are especially appealing.

It’s a song you can enjoy dancing to with a smile, whether in the living room or at a senior community salon.

Move at your own pace to the naturally uplifting rhythm.

It’s a tune that sparks conversations full of fond memories and helps you spend a wonderful time.

Tankō-bushi (Coal Miner’s Song)min’yō

Tanko Bushi – With Guide [Let’s All Dance! Bon Odori]

Let us introduce a traditional Japanese folk song that has been passed down since the Meiji era.

Born in the Chikuho region of Fukuoka Prefecture, this piece vividly and expressively portrays scenes of work in the coal mines.

With its lively rhythm and familiar melody, it has a pleasant feel that naturally makes your body want to move.

Starting in the early Showa period, it spread nationwide through radio broadcasts and became an essential classic for summer Bon Odori festivals.

In August 2024, BEGIN created a new arrangement that fuses Brazilian rhythms with Japanese Bon Odori, further evolving it into an even more danceable song.

It’s a wonderful piece that allows you to move your body comfortably while reminiscing with older adults.

You can enjoy it while seated, so why not refresh both mind and body by keeping time at your own pace?