Discover and learn how to play the most popular anime songs on the kalimba in this large anime song tab collection. Please note that the kalimba tabs are provided for educational purposes only. All rights belong of the original music belong to the respective owners.
1. Chihayafuru Main Theme
F G G E° C° F G G E°
C° F G F G G E° C° F
G G F° (E° F) C° D°
C A D° D G E° E° F°
(D° F) A E° F° (G° E)
2. Silhouette – Naruto
A G A C° A G A C° G A
C° G C° D° G D° E° F° E° D° C°
F° F° E° C° F° F° E° C° F° E° C° D°
E° B E° C° D° E° C° E° E° D° C° D° G°
G° D° B D° C° A° G° C° A° G° C°
3. Naruto - Hokage Funeral
Hokage Funeral is a poignant and melancholic piece of music from the anime series Naruto. It is played during some of the most emotional scenes in the series, particularly during the funeral of the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi. The music captures the deep sadness and sense of loss felt by the characters.
A° E A B C° B° A° G° E° G C° D° E°
G° D° A D° E° D° C° D° C° A B G
A° E A B C° B° A° G° E° G C° D° E°
G° D° A D° E° D° C° D° C° A B G
C° E° A° G° E° G° G° A° A° C° B° G° E°
4. Doraemon Theme
G C° C° E° A° E° G°
G° A° G° E° F° E° D°
A° D° D° F° B° B° A°
G° F° E° A B C° D° G
C° C° E° A° E° G° G°
5. Death Note – L’s Theme
L’s Theme is a famous track from the Death Note anime soundtrack, based on the manga by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata. The music represents L, the brilliant and mysterious detective, and is used throughout the series to highlight his intelligent and analytical character. The piece was composed by Yoshihisa Hirano and Hideki Taniuchi.
C° A D° A B C° A E°
D° C° B A G A C° A
D° A B C° A E° D° C°
B A G A C° A D° A
B C° A E° D° C° B A
G A C° A D° A B C°
6. Yellow
B B A B B B A B B A
G A G A B G E G E G
E D C B B A B B B A
B B A G A G A B G E
G E G E D C B B A B
7. We Gotta Power – Dragonball
C° (C E) C° C° E° C° E°
C° E° G° G° G° E G A A A
B C° B A G A ( E°D°C°D°C° )A E° E° D° C° C° B G A E E G
A A A B C° B A G A
8. The Twelve Kingdoms
C° A D° F° G° A° F G° A F°
C° C°° A° G° (F A°) A C° C°
A D° F° G° A° F G° A F° C°
(G° G) G° A° (G° C) E G B C°
C° F D° F° G° A° F G° A F° C°
9. Guren No Yumiya – Attack on Titan
(D D°) E° F° G° F° E° F°
E° D° E° C° (D D°) E° F°
(G° E) A° G° F° E° D° (E° E)
C° (D D°) E° F° (G° E) F° G°
(F° A°) E° D° (E° E) G° (C A°)
10. Spirited Away - One Summers Day
Spirited away is a fantasy adventure Japanese anime film that tells the story of 10 year old Chihiro Ogino. The opening song of the movie is called one summers day and was produced by artist Joe Hisaishi in 2006.
G° F A° E°° E B G° C°°
D A F° B° E° E° E° E° D° E° A°
E° D° D° D° D° D° D° C° D° G°
D° C° B C° A B
(C° G) C° C° C° C° A B
11. Sparkle – Kimi No Nawa OST
C° D° G° (x6) E C° D° G°
(x4) F C° D° G° (4x) G C° D° G°
(4x) E C° D° G° (4x) F C° D° G°
(4x) G C° D° G° (4x) E E° E° E°
E° D° D° C° C° F G E° E° E° E°
12. Legend of Korra Theme
(F A°) G° A° (G E°)
(E° E G) E° F° G° A°
(F D°) (F A°) F° D°
(G E°) C°° (F A°) B°
C°° (D°° E G)
13. Doraemon no Uta
C B A G A B C B A G
A B C B A G A B C B
A G D C B A B C D C B A
B C D C B A B C D C B A
A° B° C° G° A° B° F° G° A°
14. Tiny Light – Jibaku Shounen Hanako-kun
C°° B° G° E° D° D° G° E°
C° C° D° E° F° E° C° C°
D° E° F° E° C°° B° G° E°
D° D° G° E° C° C° D° E°
F° E° D° C° B B C° C° D°
15. Asphysia
A° G° E° (A F D)
A° G° E° (G B D°)
D° F° (E° C° A) A°
G° E° (A F D) A° C°°B° (G B D°) C°° B° A°
16. Memories – One Piece
A C° E° C° A C° F° E° C° E°
F° E° C E G (E° C) E° F° E°
C E G E° F° E° D° C° D° C°
C E G B D° C° D° D° C° D°
C E G C° E° C° C° C E G C
17. You Can Become Hero – My Hero Academia
G B C° D°
C°-C E G B D°
C°-C E G B G B
C°-C E G B D° B
18. Safe Return – The Last Airbender
C E (G B) D F (A C)
E G (B D°) F A (C° E°)
C° B G D C° B G D C°
B G D C° B G D F E F
19. Hohoemi no Bakudan – Yu Yu Hakusho – Ghost Fighter
C° C° (C° C) G G
A C° C° (C° C) G G
A C° C° (C° C°) D°
E° (F A C°) G A C°
C° (C° C) G G A C°
20. Drunken Dreams of the Past – Mo Dao Zu Shi OST
C° D° (E° C° A) E C°° (G° G)
B G° (F A°) A G° (E° C) E C°
D° E° A° E° E D° G° E° C°
(A F C) C° D° E° G (A C E)
E C° C° E B G (A F C) G A
21. Tabidachi No Uta (Song of Departure)
(C° D) E° G E° D°
(C D°) E° G D° C°
(C D°) E° G D° C°
(C B) C° A C° A (C D°)
E° G E° D° B (C° C) B (C° C)
22. Never Coming Back Violet Evergarden OST
(A° F°) (F° D°) (C° E°) (A C°) (G B)
(A F) (E G) (F D) (E G) (C E G) (E° C°°)
(C° A°) (G° B) (A F°) (F D°) (C° E)
(A C) (A F) (F D) (C E) (C E G)
(D F A) D° (D° F° A°) G° A° F° C°
23. Crayon Shin Chan – Hiroshi no Kaisou OST
C G C° E° (C° A F F°) G C G C° E°
(C° A F F°) G C G C° E° C°° E°
(E° C) E G E G D° (E° G) (G° E)
(C D°) F A F C° A (C° C) E G B
D° A° (G° E° C°) (C° E) (E° C)
24. TO LOVE'S END [OST] INUYASHA
To Love's End is a beautiful and emotionally charged song that was featured in the popular anime series "Inuyasha". The song perfectly captures the bittersweet love story between the main characters, Inuyasha and Kagome.
E G (C-A-F) A C° (G-B-D°)
E° G° (A-C°-E°) D° C° (A-E)
E° D° (C-A-F) C E° D° (A-D)
G (C-E) C D E B E G (C-A-F)
C A C° (D°-G) B E° G° (E°-A)
25. Carrying You OST Castle In The Sky
Carrying You is a popular song from the Studio Ghibli film Castle in the Sky, composed by Joe Hisaishi and sung by Azumi Inoue. Known for its emotional melody and adventurous tone, the song captures the magical spirit of the movie and is a favourite for anime and kalimba music.
A B (C° A E) A B C°
E E° (E G B) E G B G
E (F A) A F G A C° (C G) E G
E E (D F) D E F C° (C E) C E
C° C° C° (B D)
26. Demon Slayer - Kamado Tanjiro no Uta
Demon Slayer - Kamado Tanjiro no Uta is a melody that tells the story of Kamado Tanjiro, the protagonist of the popular anime series Demon Slayer. The song, with its beautiful lyrics and vocals, captures the essence of Tanjiro's journey as he fights to protect his loved ones and avenge his family. The music is a perfect blend of traditional Japanese instruments and modern sounds.
C° E° B A
C° E° B A A°
C° B C° E° B A G A C° E
F° E° F° A° E° D° C° D° A E°
C° B C° E° B A G A C° E
27. Nandemonaiya OST Your name
Nandemonaiya is a heart-wrenching and emotionally charged song from the hit anime movie "Your Name". Sung by Japanese rock band RADWIMPS, the song captures the pain and longing of two lovers who are separated by distance and time. The melody and powerful lyrics express the bittersweet feelings of hope and despair that arise when trying to hold onto someone you love, but cannot reach. Nandemonaiya is a beautiful reminder that even though life may bring us challenges and obstacles, the memories we create with those we love can never truly be taken away.
E° D° C° C° C° G° G° A° C°°
B° A° C° D° E° E° D° C° C°
C° G° E° D° C° C° C° D°
C° C° E° D° C° C° C° G° G°
A° C°° B° A° C° D° E° E° D°
28. Teru’s Song – Tales from Earthsea
C-G G C° G-D° D°
E° F-F° E° G-D° C°
D° C-E° E° E-G° G°
G° A-E° D° C° D-D°
E° C° D° E-E° E-A A
29. Golden Wind OST - Giorno's Theme
Giorno's Theme is the track from the anime series "Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind". Composed by Yugo Kanno, the piece is a perfect fit for the protagonist, Giorno Giovanna, who is a charismatic and cunning gangster with a heart of gold. The track starts with a soft melody that slowly builds up with the addition of drums, guitar riffs, and a powerful chorus.
(A F°) D° D° E° F° E° D° C° D° E°
(A F°) A° B C° D° E° D° C° A° G°
(A F°) D° D° E° F° E° D° C° D° E°
(A F°) A° B C°° D°° G° F° E° D°° E°°
(A F°) D° D° E° F° E° D° C° D° E°
30. The Promised Neverland – Isabella’s Lullaby OST
Isabella’s Lullaby is a well-known track from the anime soundtrack of The Promised Neverland, composed by Takahiro Obata. The song reflects the series’ dark, emotional tone and is closely associated with the mysterious character Isabella.
A E° B E° A E° B E° A E° B E° A E° B E° A
A C° D° E° A° G° F° E° C° E° B D° A
G A E° F° G° F° E° D° B° G°
E° G° A° E° G° A° E° D° A G° E°
A C° D° E° A° G° F° E° C° E° G° E° A°
31. Attack On Titan Opening Song
Attack on Titan is a Japanese anime series based on the manga of the same name written and illustrated by Hajime Isayama. The series is set in a dark fantasy world where humanity is on the brink of extinction due to giant humanoid creatures known as Titans. The story follows Eren Yeager, his adopted sister Mikasa Ackerman, and their friend Armin Arlert, who join the military to fight the Titans and uncover the mysteries behind their existence.
B°/B° to A°/A°
A°/A° to A°b/A°b
A E° F° D° E° A E° F° D°
A E° F° ° E° C° D° B
A E° F° D° E° E° F° D°
32. Castle in the Sky - Laputa
"Castle in the Sky" (from Laputa: Castle in the Sky) is composed by Joe Hisaishi. The song expresses a deep yearning for a beloved person hidden within the world's beauty. Through poetic imagery and symbolism, everyday acts like sharing bread symbolise familial bonds and values. Despite life's complexities, the singer remains hopeful about reuniting with their loved one, imagining a shared journey guided by destiny.
A B (C° A E) A B C°
E E° (E G B) E G B G
E (F A) A F G A C° (C G) E G
E E (D F) D E F C° (C E) C E
C° C° C° (B D)
33. Dragon Ball Z OST - Cha-La Head-Cha-La
"Cha-La Head-Cha-La" is the opening theme song for the anime series "Dragon Ball Z," performed by Hironobu Kageyama. The song is known for its upbeat and energetic melody, which perfectly captures the adventurous and action-packed nature of the series. The lyrics of "Cha-La Head-Cha-La" are catchy, with a focus on themes of courage, determination, and the thrill of adventure. The title itself is nonsensical but memorable, reflecting the playful and lighthearted tone of the song.
C° B G D° D° B B C° C°
D° D° D° C° G° D D C G A B C°
C D° D E° E F° F
G° G° F° F° E ° D° C° E° E E F G
C° B G D° D° B B C° C° D° D° D° C° G°
34. Naruto Shippuden Opening 16
A G A C° G A G A C° G A F° E° C°
A G A C° G A G A C° G A F° E° C°
C° G C° D° G D° E° F° E° D° C°
F° E° C° F° E° C° F° E° C° D° E° B C°
E° C° D° E° C° E° D° C° D° G° G°
35. One Piece OST - The Very, Very, Very Strongest
E D E G C° B A G
A A B E B A G A B C°
A A B E B
A B C° D° E° D°
A A B E B
36. Sword Art Online OST - Swordland
Swordland is a song from the soundtrack of the anime series "Sword Art Online." The track captures the essence of the virtual world depicted in the series, where players get involved in a massive online role-playing game. The music carries a sense of adventure, excitement, and danger, reflecting the epic battles, challenges, and exploration that the characters experience within the virtual realm.
E B E G F# B B E G F# E F# G A F# G F#
E E B E° D°# C°# C° C°# D°# C°# C°# D°#
E° E° C° B G°# F°# E° F°# F°# G°# C° B G°# F°#
E° C° B G°# C°# D°# C° A# A# C° C°# F° A°#
G°# F°# F° D°# D°# F° F°# G°# A°# B° C°°# B°
37. Sword Art Online OST - Crossing Field
F E D° (C°,D°,C°)
A A A G A
F° F° E° C° D° D°
F E F G D D E F E F G D
38. One Punch Man OST - The Hero!!
The Hero!!" is the opening theme song for the anime series "One Punch Man." The song is an energetic and upbeat song that celebrates the protagonist, Saitama, also known as One Punch Man.The lyrics express the idea of an ordinary person rising to become a hero through sheer determination and strength.
C°D°#F° D°#F°G° C°D°#F° G°G°#
C°D°#F° D°#F°G° D°°#A°#D°°
C°C°BC° F°E°C°D° F°E°D°C°
ABC° F°E°C°D°
C°D°# C°D°# C°D°# C°D°# C°
39. Fairy Tail Main Theme
The Fairy Tail theme song is a popular track from the Fairy Tail anime, composed by Yasuharu Takanashi. Known for its energetic and uplifting melody, the theme reflects the adventurous spirit of Lucy, Natsu, and the Fairy Tail guild, making it a favourite for anime and kalimba music.
D° E° D° C° A G A C° D° C°
D° E° D° C° A G A C° F° E°
D° E° D° C° A G A C° D° C°
F° E° D° E° D° C° A C° D° C° F° E°
D° E° D° C° A D° A C° D° C°
40. Tokyo Ghoul OST - Unravel
Unravel is the opening theme of the Tokyo Ghoul anime, performed by TK from Ling Tosite Sigure. The song reflects the dark, emotional journey of Ken Kaneki and his struggle with identity and transformation, making it one of the most iconic anime opening themes.
A° (B° D°) A° G° F° B° F A° G° F°
F° (E° E) D° D° E° C° F
C° (C° D) C° C° C°° C°° F
A° (G° E) G° G° A° A° F
A° (B° D) A° G° F° B° F A° G° F°
41. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba OST - Gurenge
Gurenge is the opening theme of the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba anime, performed by LiSA. The song reflects Tanjiro Kamado’s determination and resilience, and is known for its powerful melody and emotional intensity, making it one of the most popular anime opening themes.
C° B C° C° B C°
E C° B A G G
E G A A C° D°
C° D° E° G A G
G A A A G A G A A A
42. Attack on Titan OST - Guren no Yumiya
Guren no Yumiya is the opening theme song for the anime series "Attack on Titan" (Shingeki no Kyojin). It is performed by Linked Horizon. The song's lyrics are in Japanese and convey themes of defiance, courage, and the struggle for freedom against overwhelming odds.
The title "Guren no Yumiya" translates to "Crimson Bow and Arrow." The lyrics speak of rising up against oppression, breaking free from chains, and fighting back against an enemy that threatens humanity's existence. The song energizes and motivates listeners with its powerful vocals, driving rhythm, and intense instrumentation, reflecting the relentless spirit of the characters as they battle against the Titans, the monstrous adversaries in the series.
(D D°) E° F° G° F°
E° F° E° D° E° C°
(D D°) E° F° (G° E)
A° G° F° E° D° (E° E) C°
(D D°) E° F° (G° E) F° G°
43. One Piece OST - We Are!
We Are! is the iconic opening theme of the One Piece anime, composed by Kohei Tanaka with lyrics by Shoko Fujibayashi. The song represents the adventurous spirit, friendship, and determination of the Straw Hat crew, and is one of the most recognisable anime opening themes.
G G G C° C°(CE)
G C° D°(CEGBD°)
C° D° F° G° E°
(CEG CEGBD°)
G G G C° C°(CE)
44. My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic - Friendship Through the Ages
Friendship Through the Ages is a song from the animated television series "My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic." It celebrates the enduring power of friendship as the characters reflect on their experiences and the bonds they share. The song highlights how friendship has helped them overcome challenges and grow stronger together. With upbeat and catchy melodies, the song conveys messages of unity, loyalty, and the importance of supporting one another through both good times and bad.
E° G° E° D° G° C° D°
C° B G A B C° D° C°
B C° D° C°
E° E° E° E° C° D° C° E° D° C°
B C° D° C°
45. Naruto Shippuden OST - Emergence of Talents
Emergence of Talents is a track from the soundtrack of the anime series "Naruto Shippuden." The song features a mix of intense orchestration and traditional Japanese instruments, creating a sense of anticipation and determination.
This piece is often played during moments in the series when characters are undergoing intense training or facing significant challenges in their journey to become stronger ninja warriors. It captures the essence of growth, perseverance, and the emergence of newfound abilities and talents.
With its dramatic composition and evocative melodies, "Emergence of Talents" underscores the themes of personal development, ambition, and the pursuit of excellence that are central to the storyline of "Naruto Shippuden."
G+C F G A B G+C
(E G) E F G+C (E)
F G A B G+C (E)
C°+G B G+C (E)
F G A B G+C (E G)
46. Tokyo Ghoul OST - Licht und Schatten
Licht und Schatten is a track from the Tokyo Ghoul anime soundtrack, composed by Yutaka Yamada. Meaning “Light and Shadow,” the song reflects the dark, emotional journey of Ken Kaneki and the series’ themes of identity, conflict, and inner struggle.
G° G° A° D°° D°°
D°° D°° E°° E°° C°° D°°
D°° D°° E°° C°° D°°
D°° A° A° A° G° G°
47. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood OST - Brothers
Brothers is a well-known track from the Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood anime soundtrack that represents the bond between Edward and Alphonse Elric. The song reflects themes of loss, sacrifice, and determination, making it one of the most emotional pieces in the series.
(D˚- D) F˚ E˚ F˚ (G˚- E)
A˚ (F˚- D) E˚ D˚
(D˚- D) F˚ E˚ F˚
(G˚- C) C˚˚ (A˚- F)
G˚ (G˚- E) (D˚- D) F˚
48. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood OST - Again
Again is the opening theme of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, performed by YUI. The song reflects Edward and Alphonse Elric’s journey of loss, determination, and redemption, and is known for its energetic melody and emotional lyrics, making it one of the most popular anime opening songs.
A E° A A G A E° A A A B
B B C° B C° B E E
A B C° A A A A G G G
D° D° D° D° D° C° E° D° C° A
E G C° B G E G C° B G
49. Star vs. The Forces of Evil - I'm from Another Dimension
I’m From Another Dimension is a song from the Star vs. the Forces of Evil animated series, performed by Star Butterfly. The track reflects the show’s fun, magical, and adventurous tone, celebrating individuality and imagination.
C° G° F° B° C° G° F°
B° C° G° G# E° C° G° G# E°
F° A° F° F°# F° A° F°
F°# F° A° F° F°# F° A° F° F°#
50. Steven Universe - Stronger Than You
Stronger Than You is a song from the animated television series "Steven Universe." Sung by the character Garnet, it serves as a declaration of self-confidence and strength. The lyrics convey a message of empowerment, asserting that the protagonist is resilient and capable of overcoming challenges. The song celebrates individuality and resilience, emphasizing the importance of self-belief and determination in the face of adversity.
F D E D° E° F° C°° D°°
F F° F° F° F° D° E E° E°
F F° F° F° F° F° A° (G° G) F° F°
D D° D° A° G° F° A°
E E° E° E° E° E° E° D° F°
51. Abel’s Harp
The song is called Abels Harp by Seiji Yokoyama the official soundtrack of the Saint Sieya anime series. The song's delicate melody and ethereal quality create a sense of mystery and wonder that captures the essence of the show's epic and fantastical storyline. The harp, which is the primary instrument used in the song, adds a layer of sophistication and elegance that complements the otherworldly nature of the music. "Abel's Harp" is a standout track from the Saint Seiya soundtrack, showcasing the composer's ability to create music that is both emotionally resonant and technically impressive.
(F A) C° D° (G B) G A C° E°
(C° E°) G° A° G° E° C°
G° A B C° (F A) C° D° (G B)
G A C° E° (B D°) C° B
(G B) A G A C° B A
52. Hades Sanctuary Opening (Chikyuugi)
A F° E° C° G A
D F G G F A
A F° E° C° G A
F F G A G F F
D D°E° E° F° C°°
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