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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!

Let’s sing and dance along to popular songs! Recommended fan-favorite songs from kids’ shows (11–20)

DoraemonGen Hoshino

Gen Hoshino – Doraemon (Official Video)

Doraemon Gen Hoshino

It’s a song from Doraemon that everyone loves.

It first played as the theme song for the movie “Doraemon the Movie: Nobita’s Treasure Island,” and later it was also used as the opening theme for the TV broadcast of “Doraemon.” The “tan-tta-ta-ta, tan, tan” rhythm is very gentle and makes it easy to clap along, which is a distinctive feature.

I think it’s the perfect song for everyone to dance and sing together.

Since the tempo picks up toward the latter half, it’s also great as a track for running races.

With my favorite Doraemon song alongside me, I feel like I can do anything!

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Mīchatta Dance

[Official MV] “Otoppe” Ending Theme Song ‘Mīchatta Dance’

Mīchatta Dance

Let me introduce the “Mii-chatta Dance,” a routine that heightens children’s excitement and lets them feel the joy of moving their bodies.

In everyday moments, someone might casually ask, “What are you looking at?” As you repeat “Mii-chatta, mii-chatta,” move along to the lively rhythm.

The moves are cute, simple, and easy to remember, so even very young children can enjoy them.

At the end, there’s a greeting scene where you say, “Kekkō na otemae deshita” and bow—an adorable moment that might make you smile without even realizing it.

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Idol Precure with You♪ Light Up!Ami Ishii, Akane Kumada, Chihaya Yoshitake

“You and Idol Precure♪” Opening Theme Song “You and Idol Precure♪ Light Up!” (Non-teleop version / textless version)

You and Idol Precure♪ Light Up! Ami Ishii, Akane Kumada, Chihaya Yoshitake

A bright, energetic, and fun-filled anime song has arrived! Sung by Ami Ishii, Akane Kumada, and Chihaya Yoshitake, this track features captivating vocals that convey the power of friendship and the beauty of music.

Its dazzling, lively melody and lyrics about smiles and sparkle will resonate with your heart.

Chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Kimi to Idol Precure♪,” which began airing in February 2025, it’s slated for release in March of the same year in two formats: a CD+DVD edition and a standard edition.

It’s the perfect song for anyone who wants a boost through music, as well as for kids who want to sing and dance together with their friends.

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superstarKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “Superstar” Choreography Video (Anime Opening ver.)

Superstar Ketsumeishi

This is a song by Ketsumeishi that became the theme song for the anime Crayon Shin-chan in 2020.

It’s a lively dance track that’s perfect not only for kids who love Crayon Shin-chan, but also for events with young children! The lyrics talk about everyone’s wonderful individuality and carry the message that anyone can be a star thanks to their own uniqueness.

Adults might be surprised at the quirky melody at first, but kids are sure to love this kind of dance song! Be sure to watch the choreography video and sing and dance along!

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Let's have fun.Shoko&The Akilla

[Songs That Make Babies Happy] Let’s Have Fun (sung by Shoko & The Akilla) [Video to Calm and Delight Babies]

Let's have fun, Shoko & The Akilla

This work, which begins with a warm melody that gently embraces children, was created as the January “Tsuki-uta” (monthly song) for TV Tokyo’s program for infants and toddlers, Synapusyu.

It carries a message about enjoying each day, and its gentle tone that stays close to children’s hearts is especially memorable.

Shoko & The Akilla’s heartfelt vocals blend beautifully with the friendly, accessible rhythm.

On the show, it airs alongside colorful animations, bringing many smiles from viewers.

It’s a song that can be enjoyed not only at nursery and kindergarten events but also at home, so why not move your bodies together with the children and enjoy the world of music?

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Song of CourageAtsuko Ono

"Song of Courage" Music Video – Theme song of the Shimajiro movie "Shimajiro and the Song of Courage" – In theaters Friday, March 14, 2025

Yuki’s Song Atsuko Ono

A wonderful song, harmonizing gentleness and strength, has been born as the film’s theme song.

Atsuko Ono’s warm singing voice eases the anxiety of taking that first step and gives you courage.

Centered on themes of bonds with friends and the importance of believing in yourself, the piece delivers a heartwarming message.

Written specifically for a film releasing in March 2025, it blends beautifully with the story.

Ono also takes on her first voice-acting role in the film, showcasing new charms beyond her singing.

It’s perfect not only for families to enjoy at the theater, but also for activities in preschools and kindergartens, and for singing and dancing together at home.

It’s a lovely song that stays close to children’s hearts and cheers them on as they take new steps.

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Let's sing and dance along to popular songs! Recommended songs popular on children's shows (21–30)

Chu-chu-ruuRADWIMPS

Odomo TV Collection PR Video

Chu-churu—RADWIMPS

The theme song Chucchuru from NHK Educational TV’s children’s program Odomo TV.

This is the version RADWIMPS released as a new take in 2020.

RADWIMPS are known as a rock band with popular songs like Zenzenzense and Sparkle, but this track feels perfectly natural for them, doesn’t it? Keeping the song’s quirky charm and catchiness intact, the lyrics express children’s pure feelings and questions.

Kids will be drawn in for sure—and somehow it resonates with adults’ hearts as well.

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