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Sing and dance along to popular songs! Recommended hits from kids’ TV shows.

10 years as a kindergarten teacher / elementary school teacher / junior and senior high school teacher / childminderKepiko
Graduated from a music university with a major in early childhood education. In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a game researcher, which had a significant influence on me. Since then, I have spent 10 years as a kindergarten teacher and 7 years as an after-school childcare instructor, and in Singapore I worked as a music teacher while promoting Japanese culture, engaging with many children. As an editor, I also worked on planning and editing in the editorial department of a grade-level magazine. Drawing on my experience and learning so far, I hope to deliver articles that are useful to everyone. My hobbies are music, the outdoors, and reading.
9 years of experience as a nursery school teacherRisa Shibata
I am an active nursery school teacher with 9 years of experience. After graduating from university, I worked at a daycare center. The time I spent happily with children—playing piano, singing songs, and doing finger-play—are priceless memories to me. Currently, while raising three children of my own, I work at an after-school day service, engaging with children and providing individualized developmental support. Drawing on my diverse experiences as a childcare worker and as a mother, I hope to express and convey my thoughts through writing.

Songs from children’s shows are some of the best entertainment to enjoy with kids!

Here, we’ll introduce popular songs from kids’ programs.

From timeless classics to new hits, you’ll find lots of beloved characters and colorful animations that children adore.

Try dancing along and copying the choreography.

It’s also fun to create your own original dance.

Find your favorite songs and enjoy a wonderful world of music together with the kids!

Sing and dance along to popular songs! Recommended hits from children's shows (111–120)

Happy Jam JamDisney

Happy Jam Jam | Song tied to the Shimajiro Concert [Official Shimajiro Channel]

Happy Jam Jam Disney

This song was released as the ending theme for the anime Shimajiro: A World of WOW! It has long been loved as one of the most popular tracks in the long-running series featuring Shimajiro.

The light, buoyant rhythm—evoking friends joyfully dancing together—matches the tone of the show and leaves a strong impression.

Another highlight is the inclusion of more complex movements, such as hand motions coordinated with the steps, which makes mastering the choreography feel rewarding and fun.

It’s a song where the sense of unity and enjoyment feels more important than anything else.

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Smile (Hana Kappa)Moka Kamishiraishi

[Main Story] Hanakappa 🌻🌸 Let’s dance “S-M-I-L-E” together!

Smile (Hana Kappa) Moka Kamishiraishi

The song “Su-Ma-I-Ru,” used as the opening theme for NHK’s children’s anime Nankappa, is by Moka Kamishiraishi, an actress who is also active as a singer.

Her older sister is Mone Kamishiraishi, and the two of them both pursue artistic careers.

“Su-Ma-I-Ru” is Moka Kamishiraishi’s CD debut song.

As the title suggests, it’s a cheerful number that makes you want to smile and hop around.

With a tempo perfect for dances at sports festivals and school performances, its lively, exuberant movements fit the music perfectly.

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Is it a banana?Kunihiro Taniguchi

#46 [Dance] “Is it a banana?” Nursery (3-year-old class)

Is it a banana? Kunihiro Taniguchi

Tobidase! Goo Choki Party is an educational variety show featuring Momokuro-chan Z, a new project unit from Momoiro Clover Z.

Hiroshi Sato, the big brother figure, also appears, and the show presents songs, dances, rhythm games, and more to nurture children’s curiosity and imagination.

One of the songs performed on the program is “Banana nano?”—a catchy, mid-tempo number.

How about having the kids transform into banana-loving monkeys and dance along?

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Let’s hang out!Kentaro Hayami

2016 School Year Tega no Oka Kindergarten and Nursery School Sports Day – Junior Class

Let's meet up! Kentaro Hayami

Atsuko Ono, the 21st “Uta no Onee-san” on NHK Educational TV’s “Okaasan to Issho,” made her debut with the song “Aou yo!” The composer is Kentaro Hayami, who was active as the 8th “Uta no Onii-san.” On the program, the big brother and big sister showed choreography that included waving their hands and stepping with their feet.

Young children are adorable just moving their bodies to the music.

Let’s have fun together by arranging the dance in various ways.

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Ukiki OtoppeDJ Sheena

[Official MV] “Otoppe” TV Program Opening Theme ‘Ukiki Otoppe’ Short Ver.

Excited Otoppe DJ Sheena

The upbeat rhythm puts smiles on kids’ faces! It’s the opening theme of NHK’s anime “Otoppe,” which centers on the theme of “sound.” I’m sure many parents watch it together with their children.

The lyrics are packed with onomatopoeia—sound effects—that make you want to sing along.

Even little ones who don’t fully understand words yet can enjoy singing it.

Since “Otoppe” itself features many insert songs, it might be fun to search for your favorite track.

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Muscat

Yuzu “Muscat” ‘Sukatto Dance’ Dance Lecture

Muscat

This is a song that was also used as the opening theme for the TV anime Crayon Shin-chan.

Combined with the bright and energetic image of the artist Yuzu, I think there are people who say, “I don’t watch the anime, but I like this song.” The video for Yuzu’s “Muscat” ‘Sukkato Dance’ dance lesson also introduces a front-facing choreography.

The song is up-tempo, but the choreography doesn’t seem too difficult.

You could even swap out just the super-fast parts for your own original moves.

It’s sure to liven up a school sports day!

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Full power, Zenkaiger!Takeshi Tsuruno, Kotonomi Children’s Choir

Let’s all dance! Zenkaidance! [Official] (“Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger” Theme Song TV Size Full Ver.)

Full power, full throttle! Zenkaiger Tsuyoshi Tsuruno, Kotonomi Children's Choir

Especially if it’s for boys, they might love it! It’s the theme song of the tokusatsu hero show “Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger,” sung by celebrity Takeshi Tsuruno and the Kotononi Children’s Choir.

It’s full throttle power—a classic Super Sentai-style tune, totally fiery.

Since “Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger” pays homage to past Super Sentai series, it makes sense the song ended up with this kind of vibe.

Crank up this powerful track and pump the kids’ excitement to the max!

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