Snow Songs to Enjoy in Winter! Children's Snow Nursery Rhymes & Hand-Play Songs
Songs about snow you’ll want to hum along to with your children in winter.There are so many heartwarming classics among winter children’s songs loved in elementary schools, daycare centers, and kindergartens that depict snowy scenes.Many of you may be thinking, “I want to sing while watching the snow fall,” or “I’m looking for songs to use for seasonal events.”So in this article, we introduce a wide range of children’s songs and winter tunes related to snow that you can enjoy with kids.From timeless favorites that have long been loved to songs you can pair with hand plays, we’ve gathered them all—find your new favorite!
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Snow songs to enjoy in winter! Children's snow nursery rhymes & fingerplay songs (1–10)
Snow falls upon children.Sakushi: Yamakawa Keisuke / Sakkyoku: Shibuya Takeshi
A classic winter song with lyrics by Keisuke Yamakawa.
The lyrics, which depict children’s pure hearts through the motif of snow, leave a strong impression.
From the perspectives of children living in the mountains, in rural villages, in the city, and even those who have never seen snow, it gently expresses the joy and anticipation that snow brings.
Paired with Tsuyoshi Shibuya’s warm melody, it quietly moves the listener.
Sung as a duet by Saori Yuki and Shoko Yasuda, it is included on the album “Children’s Songs and Nursery Rhymes: Winter Songs.” Recommended not only for those who grew up in snowy regions but also for anyone who has never seen snow.
Listening to this piece will let anyone feel the snow softly piling up in their heart.
The Snow PainterSakkyoku: Andō Takashi / Sakushi: Noritake Akihiko
It’s not a very famous song, but describing snowfall as “the snow painter” is very unique and charming.
The melody is a bit humorous and cute, too.
It seems some kindergartens and nursery schools add simple choreography and have the children sing and dance to it.
white friend(s)NEW!
Shiroi Tomodachi (“White Friends”) charmingly captures the sensibility of calling snow a “friend.” Written and composed by Osamu Sakata, it gently portrays joyful memories with snow and a farewell brought by the arrival of spring.
It’s not just about parting, but also imbued with hope for reunion, creating a heartwarming world that leaves a strong impression.
It was broadcast as the Monthly Song on NHK E TV’s “Okaasan to Issho” in February 2006, and was later included on the album “NHK Okaasan to Issho: Latest Best – Ie Yei!!” released in October 2013.
Snow songs to enjoy in winter! Children's snow nursery rhymes & fingerplay songs (11–20)
YukifururunOno Atsuko, Hanada Yuuichirou
Yukifururun, known as the February–March 1988 song from NHK’s popular program Okaasan to Issho.
It was sung at the time by Osamu Sakata and Yuko Kanzaki, and it remains a beloved song that continues to be passed down today.
The phrase used in the title appears frequently in the lyrics of this very cute tune.
For adults, snowfall brings to mind shoveling and all sorts of hassles, but this song warms the heart by showing how children enjoy the snow in their own way.
I like winter.NEW!
This piece was broadcast on “Okaasan to Issho” as the Song of the Month in January 1995.
The lyrics were written by Shinzo Higurashi, and the music was composed by Takeshi Shibuya.
Its rhythmic words capture the uniquely wintry chill in the air and the way we cool down warm food.
The bright melody leaves an impression, teaching us that there’s fun to be found even in the cold.
Give this classic winter song a listen with your child, snuggling close and letting it fill you with a toasty, heartwarming feeling.
during winterNEW!
This is a charming song with a gentle perspective that imagines what fans and wind chimes sleeping in the closet, and acorns in the soil, dream about during the winter.
It was broadcast on NHK E-Tele’s “Okaasan to Issho” as the Monthly Song for January 2017.
The song is included on the album NHK Okaasan to Issho Memorial Album Plus “Yakusoku Haaai!”, released the same year.
It’s a perfect piece for the season of eagerly awaiting spring—please enjoy it in a warm room!
YukifururunNEW!
This is a winter children’s song that expresses snow falling from the sky with cute words and rhythm.
It was broadcast on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” as the song for February and March 1988, performed by Osamu Sakata and Yuko Kanzaki.
The lyrics were written by Rumi Ono, and the music was composed by Wakako Fukuda.
There’s a hand play that imitates snowflakes landing on your palms, making it perfect for parent–child interaction.
Even on cold days, let yourself be wrapped in a gentle melody that warms the heart.