Ho-ho-kekyo: The Yamada Family Next Door song. Theme song / insert song.

Based on a four-panel manga by Hisaichi Ishii and directed by Isao Takahata, the film My Neighbors the Yamadas was brought to life.

Its hallmarks include characters drawn with soft, gentle lines and the extensive use of songs that many Japanese viewers will find nostalgic.

This style, which differs a bit from the typical image of a “Ghibli film,” became a talking point when it was released.

Watching it warms the heart and makes you feel like cherishing your family—My Neighbors the Yamadas is a truly lovely movie.

Here, we’ll introduce the main theme and insert songs all together.

You’ll find nothing but timeless tunes we hope you’ll enjoy alongside the film.

Playlist

Ho-ho-kekyo: The Yamada Family Next Door song. Theme song / insert song.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Pleasant Music I Headlong RushAkiko Yano		A light, melodic tune for a pleasant everyday mood
2	Young PeopleGhibli Women’s Choir		The touching song of My Neighbors the Yamadas
3	An un-Cuckoo-like main titleAkiko Yano		A gentle melody colors the air of everyday life.
4	Que Sera, Sera (Whatever will be, will be)The Yamada Family & Mr. Fujiwara and Classmates		Yamada-kun’s insert song symbolizes a carefree vibe.
5	Shut up and follow me.The Yamada Family		Express the Showa-era vibe with an upbeat song
6	I stopped being alone.Akiko Yano		Warm, heartwarming theme song of Yamada-kun’s movie
7	Cheerful Music V Academy is funAkiko Yano		Captivated by its picture-book-like rhythm and development
8	Cheerful Music III: I Go My Own WayAkiko Yano		Akiko Yano’s music: the harmony of her distinctive voice and piano
9	telephone lineAkiko Yano		Yamada-kun’s movie insert song, the protagonist’s joy
10	Who is Moonlight Mask?Yoshiko Kondo		The Moonlight Mask theme song makes a striking appearance with Yamada-kun.
11	My Neighbors the Yamadas Theme – Orchestral VersionAkiko Yano		Akiko Yano’s masterpieces colored by an orchestra