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100 Best Japanese Songs – 日本の歌百選

In 2006, the Agency for Cultural Affairs of Japan and the National PTA Council of Japan selected 101 songs of lyrical and beloved genres, including nursery rhymes, school songs, and popular songs, with the aim of encouraging families to sing and pass them down through generations. On this website, we primarily introduce nursery rhymes and school songs with accompanying videos, explanations, and details about places associated with them, serving as hints for journeys.
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Hotaru no hikari – 蛍の光

"Hotaru no hikari, Mado no yuki" this song is a popular Japanese song played at graduation ceremonies. It is loved for its gentle, moving melody, which is woven with images of fireflies and snow and has themes of hard work and friendship.
Spring

Omoide no Album – おもいでのアルバム

"Itsuno koto daka omoidashite goran" - Discover “Omoide no Album” (思い出のアルバム), a beloved Japanese children’s song. Explore its English lyrics, cultural background, and learn how to sing along!
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Spring

Aoge ba toutoshi – 仰げば尊し

"Aoge ba toutoshi waga shi no on" - Reflect on the memories of school days with 'Aogeba Toutoshi'. Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, a beloved graduation song in Japan.
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Kisha – 汽車

"Ima wa yamanaka, ima wa hama" - Experience the journey with 'Kisha'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, reflecting on a train ride through Japan.
Spring

Oboro zukiyo

"Nanohana batake ni irihi usure" Discover good old-fashioned Japan through lyrics and images: Roman readings, English translations, and reflections. Take a cultural journey through the melodies of "Doyo Shoka" (Children's Songs).
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Kisha poppo – 汽車ポッポ

"Kisha Kisha poppo poppo" Discover the joyful world of "Kisha Poppo"! Explore its cheerful tune and fascinating history as a children's song. Click to learn more!
Spring

Ureshii Hinamatsuri – うれしいひなまつり

"Akariwo tsukemasho bonborini" - Celebrate the Doll Festival with 'Ureshii Hina Matsuri'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, marking this traditional Japanese event.
Spring

Dokoka de haru ga – どこかで春が

Dokoka de haru gaDokoka de haru ga umare teruDokoka de mizu ga nagare dasuDokoka de hibari ga naite iruDokoka de me no...
Winter

Haru yo koi – 春よ来い

Haru yo koi, hayaku koi" - Anticipate the arrival of spring with 'Haru yo Koi'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, capturing the tender feelings of a child longing for spring and its gentle melody.
Spring

Soushunfu – 早春賦

"Haru wa nanomi no kaze no samusa yo" - Welcome the early signs of spring with 'Soushunfu'. Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, depicting the gentle onset of spring.
Winter

Mamemaki – まめまき

Oni wa soto Fuku wa uchi" Celebrate Setsubun with 'Mamemaki'. Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, marking the bean-throwing festival.
Winter

Fuyugeshiki – 冬景色

Sakiri kiyuru minatoe no" - Experience the serene 'Fuyugeshiki'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, depicting a Japanese winter landscape.
Winter

Oshougatsu – お正月

Mou ikutsu neruto Oshougatsu" - Celebrate the New Year with 'Oshogatsu'. Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, marking the Japanese New Year festivities.
Winter

Ichigatsu ichijitsu – 一月一日

"Toshi no hajime no tameshi tote" - Welcome the New Year with 'Ichigatsu Tsuitachi = Ichijitsu '. - Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, celebrating the first day of January "Ganjitsu".
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