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[For 3-year-olds] Songs to sing at nursery schools and kindergartens! Popular and recommended songs

Kids who love to sing! Around age three, children gradually start to match pitch and keep rhythm, and singing becomes more fun for them.

Let’s have everyone sing together so they can feel the joy and comfort of singing.

So this time, we’ve gathered lots of popular songs that three-year-olds will enjoy singing.

They’re perfect not only for daily childcare, but also for events like recitals and birthday parties! These are songs that energetic three-year-olds will want to sing—so try singing them together as a group.

Add clapping or simple choreography to the music, and it’ll be even more exciting!

Playlist

[For 3-year-olds] Songs to sing at nursery schools and kindergartens! Popular and recommended songs
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1eastIt will be sunny tomorrow.Lyrics/Music by Osamu SakataMr. Osamu Sakata’s gentle music that conveys hope
2eastYour ColorLyrics/Music: EdamamenzA colorful children's pop song that cherishes individuality
3eastObake bake bake gaccha!KeroponsA ghost song you can dance to for Halloween
4eastParadeLyrics by Toshihiko Shinzawa / Music by Hirotaka NakagawaMorning parade, a song of hope and dreams
5eastHaro Hallowin Win is about to start!Asami MoriChildren are overjoyed with the Halloween song
6eastI want to become the sun.Lyrics by Toshihiko Shinzawa / Music by Hirotaka NakagawaA love song that makes a child's heart flutter with excitement
7eaststrollAzumi InoueNurturing a child’s world through the Song of Strolling
8eastHappy ChildrenLyrics by Toshihiko Shinzawa / Music by Hirotaka NakagawaA fun song that’s very popular with kids
9eastThe railroad tracks go on forever.A musical piece for a hopeful train journey
10eastLaughter is nice.Lyrics and Music by Masamitsu TayamaA fun song with laughter choreography
11eastAfter a fightLyrics by: Toyohisa Araki / Music by: Takashi MikiA classic song that conveys the importance of reconciliation
12eastSticky SambaYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataSticky Samba, a song popular with parents and children
13eastyour smileYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataSongs from NHK's 'Okaasan to Issho' (With Mother)
14eastApplause for you!Yuichiro Hanada, Maya Nagata, Makoto Fukuo, Anzuki AkimotoNHK’s cheer song “A Round of Applause for You!”
15north_eastIt’s fun.Lyrics: Kazuko Yamauchi / Music: Takahiko TerashimaEnjoying sounds and movements with friends in a choir
16south_eastWatch the CarnivalDaisuke Yokoyama / Atsuko OnoA fun NHK “Mitete Carnival” introduction
17eastSong of the EarthYuuichirou HanadaA love song from the Earth, passed on to the children
18eastLet’s go to the park.Lyrics/Music by Osamu SakataOsamu Sakata’s popular song “Let’s Go to the Park”
19eastUraraYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataNHK “Urara” First Children’s Song
20eastMushi-Mushi FestivalYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataA fun children's song starring insects
21north_eastHo! Ho! Ho!Lyrics: Akira Ito / Music: Nobuyoshi KoshibeEnergize children with fun songs
22north_eastWhat color do you like?Lyrics/Composition: Osamu SakataLearn color names with a color song to enjoy with children
23south_eastGanba RangersYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataAn inspiring cheer song that sings of family love
24south_eastAll set and ready to go!Yuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataA fun song that supports kids in the morning and at night
25south_eastHyurara boon-boon!Yuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataGets you hyped! An energizing track has arrived
26eastSurely a miracleYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataA song that gives courage for a new spring life, “Surely a Miracle”
27north_eastToy Cha-Cha-ChaLyrics by Mr. Akiyuki Nosaka / Music by Nobuyoshi KoshibeA fun song about toys coming to life at night
28south_eastHappappa, haaa!Yuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataA song with the theme of nature loved by children
29north_eastChildren all over the worldLet's dance to a song that wishes for children's happiness.
30south_eastWe were born with a bang!Yuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataA rhythmic summer song with an impressive sound of Japanese taiko drums
31eastCarrot Engine RocketYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataFun Song of the Carrot Rocket
32eastAnpanman’s MarchAnpanman is a very popular character among children.
33eastMysterious PocketLyrics by Michio Mado / Music by Shigeru WatanabeLearn with the mysterious song that makes biscuits multiply
34eastHo-re!Yuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataA fun song where the root vegetable party can dance
35north_eastBeing human is niceLyrics by Akari Yamaguchi / Music by Asei Kobayashi“Ningen tte ii na” is a heartwarming song that’s easy to sing along to.
36south_eastThere’s no such thing as ghosts.Lyrics by Minori Maki / Music by Akira MineThere’s no such thing as ghosts: a classic song rich in imagination
37south_eastClockwork JimmyYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataJimmy's song that winds the screw and delivers energy
38north_eastBanana Parent and ChildLyrics by Kazuo Seki / Music by Wakako FukudaLet’s enjoy wordplay with a parent-and-child banana pair
39south_eastBento sausagesYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataA Fun Song about Bento Sausages
40south_eastFeast-y SummerYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataFocus on the fun summer song 'Gochisou Summer'!
41south_eastOne, two, threeJump over creatures with a good tempo and dance!
42south_eastHardworking BoogieYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataA children’s song that conveys the fun of working
43eastThe railroad tracks go on forever.Lyrics: Satoshi Sagi / Music: American folk songDreams-and-hopes train song, let’s all sing together
44eastaye-ayeLyrics by Hiromi Aida / Music by Seiichirō UnoAye-aye is a cute little monkey song
45eastLots of heartsDaisuke Yokoyama / Takumi Mitani
Lots of heartsDaisuke Yokoyama / Takumi Mitani
A heartwarming song that conveys love to children
46eastThe whale is listening.Yuichiro Hanada, Maya Nagata
The whale is listening.Yuichiro Hanada, Maya Nagata
The soothing songs of NHK's 'Okaasan'
47eastBibi-bi Beam!Yuichiro Hanada, Maya Nagata
Bibi-bi Beam!Yuichiro Hanada, Maya Nagata
The fun dance track “Bibibi Beam!” is popular.
48eastToy Cha-Cha-ChaExpand children's dreams with a toy song
49eaststrollTotoro’s “Sanpo” is a delightful classic.
50eastGeGeGe no KitaroAdoSmiles with the song of GeGeGe no Kitaro
51eastNorimaki Pera Pari OndoYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataNori-maki Ondo, packed with summer festival vibes!
52eastDonsukapanpan Cheer SquadLyrics: Hiroshi Yamada / Music: Tatsuya NishiwakiThe cheer/encouragement song from NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” (With Mother)
53eastFriend, friendLyrics/Composition: Hiroshi YamazakiA heartwarming song about friendship and gratitude, perfect for a kindergarten entrance ceremony.
54eastPicnicA rhythmic song that enjoys the sounds of animals
55north_eastHappy ChildrenToshihiko NiizawaA song where children's smiles spread happiness
56south_eastLet’s draw a picture in the blue sky.Lyrics by Kazumi Itsuki / Music by Hajime KamishibaA cheerful children's song to sing at the kindergarten entrance ceremony
57eastA Drop of StarA fun song with a bright rhythm you can dance to
58eastSmall WorldLyrics/Music: The Sherman BrothersThe song “It’s a Small World,” which sings of friendship and peace, is heartwarming.
59eastMy favorite thingsA heartwarming song that nurtures children's sensibilities
60eastLet’s have fun.Shoko&The AkillaA heartwarming song that gently embraces children
61eastSmileLyrics by Yujin Kitagawa / Music by Yujin KitagawaA lively, cheerful song that brings a smile to everyone
62eastpeach-colored cheeksLyrics/Composition: Yamamoto ShoA new song from Okaasan to Issho
63eastLovely WonderlandShimajirōA song that celebrates children's sense of adventure and joy
64north_eastPeep-peep, pao!Kaela KimuraHanakappa’s new opening theme will be performed by Kaela Kimura.
65south_easttreasureYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataA Heartwarming Song from “Okaasan to Issho”
66south_eastThe Song of the Twelve Zodiac AnimalsLyrics and Music by Rie MiyahiraA fun song featuring the animals of the Chinese zodiac
67north_eastMy precious friendYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataA gentle song that portrays warm bonds and embraces a child's heart
68south_eastMarch of the RoadYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataA bright and lively march, stepping toward the future
69north_eastThe Hungry Tummy SongLyrics by Hiroo Sakata / Music by Megumi OonakaThe charm of a fun children's song that depicts hunger
70eastHallelujah Roo-yaDaisuke YokoyamaCelebrate new encounters with an uplifting song
71eastSketchAimyonThe warm bond between Nobita and his friends
72south_eastLet’s keep walkingBillikenA folk and hip-hop song that sings of children’s joy
73eastFull of dreamsYumiko SekiA refreshing song that sings of children's dreams and hopes
74eastFriendship HymnLyrics by Hiroo Sakata / Music: American folk songA bright song about friendship, everyone forming a circle
75eastGood morning!Sho FukudaOur hearts connect through a bright song, like the morning light.
76north_eastPlaying bus (pretend bus play)Lyrics by: Yoshiko Kayama / Music by: Akira YuyamaA nursery rhyme about the excitement of riding a bus
77south_eastI want to ride a vehicle.Yuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataEntertain children with songs about vehicles
78south_eastGhost PartyNurturing children's imagination with Halloween music
79south_eastHappy ChildrenSatoko YamanoA heartwarming song that sings of children's strength and hope
80south_eastA strawberry is a strawberry.Lyrics: Kiyomi Kotaki / Music: Taishi FujitaAn enchanting track from NHK’s popular children’s songs
81south_eastStory FingerLyrics by: Yoshiko Kayama / Music by: Akira YuyamaA heartwarming nursery rhyme to enjoy with finger puppets
82eastFriend PonkurtonAn uplifting, lively track that expresses friendship and bonds
83eastMorning Song (Good Morning)Lyrics by Toshi Masuko / Music by Tetsuma HondaA morning greeting song that's popular with children and full of energy
84eastBanana Parent and ChildOsamu SakataA Fun Song of a Banana Parent and Child
85eastSeven-colored soap bubbleLyrics and Music: Mimori YusaSing of adventure and dreams in the soap-bubble song
86eastHey, Kaba-kun!Lyrics by Itsuko Nakagawa / Music by Hirotaka NakagawaThe charm of animals for children through hippopotamus songs
87eastThe Turtle’s ExcursionLyrics by Toshihiko Shinzawa / Music by Hirotaka NakagawaSoothe your heart with the laid-back turtle song
88eastWhat color do you like?Lyrics by Osamu Sakata / Music by Yuki InuiThe charm of children’s songs that sing about the world of colors
89eastThe Bento Box SongLyrics by Yoshiko Kayama / Music by Akihiro KobayashiThe Bento Box Song, a beloved classic among children
90eastPlayful Love Ai AiYuichiro Hanada, Maya NagataA song for parents and children to enjoy together with cat-themed music
91eastEveryone Is SpecialEnglish songs that nurture children's self-esteem
92eastLet’s take a step into the futureShimajiro’s Song of Friendship and Adventure
93eastSong of FeathersShimajiro’s song of words that start with “ke”
94eastI love stripes!Children’s music with a bright, friendly singing voice
95eastEtiquette ManManners Learning Song for Children
96eastKupurupā is a secret word!An insert song from a film that portrays children's bonds and adventures
97eastThey say they want to wake up feeling refreshed.Let's get moving energetically with a morning exercise song!
98eastHere we go!HIKAKIN & SEIKINAn energetic song from the One Piece Fish-Man Island arc
99eastOnly One StoryZEROBASEONEPokémon opening theme, ZEROBASEONE’s Song of Courage
100eastSong of CourageAtsuko OnoAtsuko Ono's movie theme song is heartwarming.
101eastnectarineTV Warrior
nectarineTV Warrior
The theme song of Tensai TV-kun, a track brimming with children’s sensibilities.
102north_eastYo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5Yo-kai Exercise No. 1 is a fun and easy-to-remember song.
103south_eastTo the Sun in the Palm of Your HandA children's song that sings of the preciousness of life and of hope
104south_eastspring breezeA heartwarming masterpiece depicting the breath of spring
105eastThe Puppy Police OfficerLyrics by Yoshimi Sato / Music by Onaka MegumiA gentle song of a kitten and a policeman
106eastTulipLyrics by Miyako Kondo / Music by Takeshi InoueSpring nursery rhymes are songs popular with children.
107eastSong of a little birdLyrics by Junichi Yoda / Music by Yasushi AkutagawaThe song of a little bird gently warms a child's heart.
108eastSpring came pop-pop-popLyrics by: Hikaru Kozue / Music by: Shinichiro SakoBrighten and energize children's hearts with songs of spring
109eastChurippu sharippunursery rhymeConnecting children's hearts through nursery rhymes
110eastChild of AbrahamAmerican nursery rhymeA fun play song popular with children: Abraham's Song
111eastVegetable SongSatoko YamanoMusic that joyfully sings the names of vegetables
112eastShimajiro Ondo!A lively rhythm that makes the heart dance—a song loved by children
113eastWINNER! Gojuuger!WiennersThe theme song for the 50th anniversary of Super Sentai is captivating.