Shimajiro songs: Popular tracks from the anime, movies, and concerts
Shimajiro, the beloved character from Benesse who’s super popular with kids!
He’s also a hit for helping children learn how to get along with friends and develop kindness.
Here, we introduce a variety of songs—from Shimajiro’s pop and cute tunes to moving ballads.
Sing fun songs and dance along with Shimajiro and friends, and let both adults and children enjoy a wonderful time together.
Through Shimajiro’s stories, we hope you savor those smile-filled moments!
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Shimajiro Songs: Popular Tracks from the Anime, Movies, and Concerts (11–20)
Everyone Is Special

This song carries a message that nurtures children’s self-esteem within a bright and joyful atmosphere.
It gently conveys the importance of recognizing one another while cherishing the unique sparkle each person has.
With a friendly, catchy melody, it naturally fosters a sense of global awareness through its English lyrics, making it a wonderful piece.
Since around 2018, it has been performed at Benesse’s English concerts and has been loved by children in summer shows like “Let’s Go! Summer Adventure.” It was also included on the 30th Anniversary DVD, gaining attention as a work that supports children’s new challenges.
This is a perfect song for when you want to enjoy a fun time singing and dancing with kids, or when you’re looking to spark their interest in English.
The Miracle of Our Star

The song “Our Planet’s Miracle” teaches us about Earth’s history.
Set to a powerful yet gentle melody, it sings of the birth of the universe and the journey Earth has taken through time.
Just by listening, you can learn things like, “So this is the kind of history the Earth we live on has,” and “There used to be creatures like this long ago.” Even though it’s the place we live, lots of things we never knew appear in the song, and it might make your heart pound with excitement! The parts of the lyrics that sound like laughter are easy to sing, so start there and try singing along with the music.
Ghost Party

A fun song packed with Halloween excitement is included on the September 2020 album “Shimajiro Ages 1–2: Hit Songs.” With its bright, rhythmic melody and a delightful world where friendly ghosts enjoy a party, it sparks children’s imaginations.
The energetic vocals by Shimajiro and Mana Ogawa are another highlight.
This track is perfect not only for Halloween-season events but also for daycare and kindergarten activities, as well as family parties—any occasion where kids can sing, dance, and have fun together with their friends!
They say they want to wake up feeling refreshed.

It’s a lively exercise song that gives a boost to bright mornings.
While copying the cute movements of animals together, it invites kids to move their whole bodies in a fun way.
Released in April 2014, it was also broadcast on the popular TV show “Shimajiro no Wao!” Seeing Shimajiro and friends dance joyfully on the program had a big impact on children.
This piece is loved as a morning wake-up workout and as an exercise song you can do indoors.
Start a cheerful day by moving your body—together with parents, or with friends at daycare or kindergarten.
I love stripes!

The song, created from a child’s perspective, features a bright, rhythmic melody and familiar, easy-to-sing lyrics.
Naomi Minami’s appeal as a voice actress shines through, and her energetic vocals capture children’s hearts.
Released in March 2018, the track was featured on the children’s educational program “Shimajiro no Wow!” and has become popular with many kids.
It is also included on the album “Shimajiro no Wow! Uta♪ Dance Special Vol.11,” and has been developed as related content for Benesse Corporation’s early childhood correspondence course “Kodomo Challenge.” Since it’s a song that children can enjoy singing and dancing to together, it’s recommended for music time or use at events.
The Hiragana Song

It’s a wonderful song that sets the fun of learning hiragana to melody and rhythm.
While cherishing children’s curiosity, Shimajiro’s bright and friendly voice gently guides them into the world of hiragana.
Since 1993, this piece has been loved as part of the “Kodomo Challenge” learning materials and is also used on the TV program “Shimajiro no Wao!”.
It’s designed to spark children’s natural interest in letters through both visual and auditory elements.
It’s perfect not only for learning hiragana in nursery schools and kindergartens but also for enjoying at home—sing along with your children and help them get familiar with letters in a fun way.
Shimajiro Songs: Popular tracks from the anime, movies, and concerts (21–30)
Etiquette Man

This is a character song that blends fun and learning, and it’s hugely popular with children.
Set to a bright, poppy melody, it clearly teaches important everyday manners and etiquette.
Takashi Fujii’s friendly singing and dancing really capture kids’ hearts.
The song has been broadcast on Shimajiro no Wao! since September 2017 and is also included on the DVD Shimajiro no Wao! Shimajiro to Dance! Dance! Dance!.
It’s a track that lets parents and children enjoy moving their bodies together while learning easy-to-practice topics like table manners and cough etiquette.



