Lovely nursery rhymes, folk songs, and children's songs

Horses Appear! Recommended Collection of Nursery Rhymes, Children's Songs, and Hand-Play Songs

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.

Do you remember the horse songs you sang as a child? Gentle nursery rhymes and traditional children’s songs like Uma wa Toshi Toshi and Ouma no Oyako come back to us in quiet moments even now that we’re adults.

Here, we’ll introduce a generous selection of nostalgic nursery rhymes and hand-play songs with a horse theme! They’re perfect for singing together as a parent and child, using in childcare settings, and enjoying in many different situations—so take a look.

You’re sure to find that one song that’s stayed in your memory!

Horses Appear! Recommended Collection of Children's Songs, Nursery Rhymes, and Hand-Play Songs (11–20)

KintaroNEW!Lyrics: Kazasaburō Ishihara / Music: Torazō Tamura

Kintarō [Children's Song] Lyrics: Wasaburō Ishihara / Music: Torazō Tamura

Kintaro NEW! Lyrics: Wasaburo Ishihara / Music: Torazo Tamura

This is a children’s song that depicts a sturdy boy wrestling a bear on Mount Ashigara.

Written by Wasaburō Ishihara and composed by Torazō Tamura, it was published in June 1900 in “Shōnen Shōka, First Edition, Upper Volume.” As a representative children’s song that sings about a folktale hero in words familiar to children, it remains beloved today.

The bold figure carrying a hatchet and practicing horse-riding is vividly expressed through a lively two-beat rhythm and spirited calls that make it easy to sing while moving the body.

Because it conveys strength and energy, it’s perfect for singing with children in childcare settings or at home who are starting to take an interest in animals and folktales.

Add handclaps and gestures while singing, and it’s sure to be even more exciting.

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In conclusion

Nursery rhymes, children’s songs, and hand-play songs with a horse theme are treasures of Japan that have been passed down through generations.

By revisiting these nostalgic melodies, you may discover something new and rekindle warm memories.

Spend rich, musical moments by singing together as a family and moving your bodies along with the music.