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Recommended anime theme songs for children: timeless anime song classics you should listen to at least once.

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We’ve put together a collection of anime songs that are popular with kids!

Anime is one of Japan’s treasured cultural pillars.

These days, some artists gain popularity through tie-ins with anime, and many children discover their favorite artists through anime.

Anime has always been loved by kids, past and present.

In this article, we’re shining a spotlight on anime theme songs.

We’ve gathered songs that are buzzing among children and anime tracks we recommend for kids.

If you’re interested, be sure to check them out!

Recommended anime theme songs for children: Classic anime songs you should listen to at least once (41–50)

Return to EarthHaruka Tomatsu

"Yokai Academy Y: Encounter with N" Ending Theme 'Return to Earth'

Return to Earth Tomatsu Haruka

A song by Haruka Tomatsu that colored the ending of the anime “Yo-kai Academy Y: Encounter with N.” The track portrays the inner journey of a protagonist who once fled from a star brimming with hope, only to be freed from their own weight and set out to return to the place where someone dear is waiting.

Its world blends a positive outlook toward the future with a faintly wistful sense of drifting—something that really tugs at the heart.

When you want to step away from reality and let your mind rest, listening to it wraps you in a gentle warmth.

Why not surrender yourself to its dramatic melody?

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Recommended anime theme songs for kids: Must-hear classic anime tracks (51–60)

Dr. Slump Arale-chan

Wai Wai WorldAdo Mizumori, Korogi '73

Dr. Slump Arale-chan OP 'Wai Wai World' 4K2K

Wai Wai World Ado Mizumori, Korogi '73

The opening theme of the TV anime Dr.

Slump Arale-chan, based on a work by Akira Toriyama, the creator of the globally beloved Dragon Ball.

Within its short runtime, the lyrics convey the direction of the series, and the song fuses a finely tuned pop sensibility that sits on the border between anime music and J-pop.

Its instantly recognizable, catchy intro gets kids excited and glued to the show.

Although it’s an anime song from the 1980s, it’s a track I’d recommend to children today as well.

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Ojarumaru

PoetSaburō Kitajima

Ojarumaru OP - Full by Eijin

Poet Kitajima Saburō

This is the theme song of NHK’s anime Ojarumaru.

It’s sung by Saburo Kitajima, an enka singer affectionately known as “Sab-chan.” You might be a bit surprised—Saburo Kitajima singing an anime song?—but as expected of a master, it matches the anime’s worldview perfectly.

The lyrics, which encourage you to take it slow and not rush even when you fail, feel filled with a persuasive warmth that goes beyond typical anime songs.

It’s a masterpiece I hope not only kids who love Ojarumaru but also those who don’t know the show will listen to when they’re feeling down.

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ONE PIECE

Wake up!AAA

AAA / 「Wake up!」Music Video

Wake up!AAA

A male-female mixed performance group, AAA, who were appointed PR ambassadors for the 15th anniversary of the wildly popular TV anime One Piece—beloved by a wide range of ages from children to adults—release their 41st single.

Its grand lyrics, which tie in with the anime’s story, and its refreshing, fast-paced sound make for a very pleasant track.

It perfectly captures that feeling of “the anime is about to start, the adventure is about to begin,” which really amps up kids’ excitement.

With its uplifting message that resonates deeply, it’s a song I’d recommend to both adults and children alike.

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Tokyo Revengers

Cry BabyOfficial HIGE DANDism

TV Anime 'Tokyo Revengers' Non-Credit OP [Official HIGE DANDism 'Cry Baby']

Cry Baby Official HIGE DANDism

The opening theme of the TV anime Tokyo Revengers, which has gained popularity for its style that incorporates elements of sci-fi and action.

It is the fifth digital single by the four-piece band Official Hige Dandism.

Its distinctive song structure, featuring multiple key changes throughout, matches the suspense of the anime and draws listeners into its world.

Despite the repeated modulations, the melody remains catchy and pop-oriented, avoiding any sense of unnatural complexity.

With lyrics that evoke a story and an exceptional pop sensibility, it’s a track that can captivate even children watching the anime, keeping them focused from the opening.

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Zenitendō: The Mysterious Candy Shop

Please enjoy the fantastical and mysteriousEmi Noda

TV anime “The Mysterious Candy Shop Zenitendo” opening sequence released [Airing on NHK E-Tele every Tuesday from 18:45]

Please enjoy the fantastical and mysterious, Emi Noda

A work that depicts episodes of a shop called Zenitendo, which sells mysterious penny candies, and the troubled customers who visit it.

The opening theme sung by Emi Noda strongly conveys the atmosphere of the series as well.

The song even narrates the story structure: candies that can solve your problems, and the greed that leads those who indulge to face frightening consequences.

It’s a strange track that blends a dark mood with a playful tone, making it a perfect match for the anxiety-stirring content of the work.

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My Hero Academia

No.1DISH//

MHA Season 5 OP / My Hero Academia TV Anime Season 5 Non-Credit Opening Movie / OP Theme: “No.1” by DISH//

No.1DISH//

This is a song used as the opening theme for the anime My Hero Academia, which is based on a Shonen Jump manga.

It’s by the dance-rock band DISH//, also known for their track “Neko — THE FIRST TAKE ver.” that went viral on social media, and it was released in 2021.

It’s a high-energy, fast-paced rock number.

The melody and vocals feel refreshing and exhilarating to listen to! Especially for guys, the heroes’ story paired with this cool track is something you can’t help but admire.

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