[Graduation Songs of the 2000s] Japanese Music That Colors the Season of Departure

In this article, we’re spotlighting “graduation songs that were hits in the 2000s.” From singer-songwriters and rock bands to idol groups, we’ve gathered a wide range of tracks.

Graduation is a major milestone in life.

Many songs about graduation express swirling emotions with striking directness, leaving a deep impression on the heart.

Whether you graduated in the 2000s, have experienced various moments of “graduation” or “new departures,” or are about to graduate, be sure to listen and feel the emotions woven into these songs.

Playlist

[Graduation Songs of the 2000s] Japanese Music That Colors the Season of Departure
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Farewell to the days of youthTHE Inazuma Sentai		A cheering song that transcends the past and dashes into the future
2	futureMr.Children		A classic Mr.Children song that sings of youthful hope
3	Endless road19		An iconic song that cheers on the season of departures
4	In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez		Live as yourself, even if imperfect
5	Song of Springsupittsu		At the turn of the seasons: shifting hearts and moving forward
6	Farewell, YouthChatto Monchī		The sparkle of memories and the bittersweetness of farewell before graduation
7	rainbowFukuyama Masaharu		A classic song that depicts youthful passion and the challenge of pursuing dreams
8	Hope ~Yell~NEWS		An anthem of hope and courage for a new journey ahead
9	I believeayaka		Ayaka’s classic ballad that sings about the importance of believing in yourself
10	windKobukuro		A graduation song that sings of spring memories and hope
11	Sky chord ~To You Who Are Becoming an Adult~Tsuji Shion		A single that portrays Shione Tsuji’s youth
12	things that have formShibasaki Kou		Ko Shibasaki’s “Katachi Aru Mono” sings of parting and eternal love.
13	cherry blossomKawaguchi Kyogo		A spring classic, Kogō Kawaguchi’s moving masterpiece
14	Have the plums bloomed? Are the cherry blossoms not yet?Metis		A song that supports life’s milestones with a plum-and-cherry blossom theme
15	No way I’m going to cry.ikimonogakari		A cheer song that gives you the courage to face forward!
16	Graduationonsoku rain		A rock song by Onsoku Line that sings of the bittersweet feeling of graduation
17	secret base 〜What You Gave Me〜ZONE		A heartwarming song that depicts memories of youth
18	Song of the WheelsBUMP OF CHICKEN		A poignant song of parting and reunion that resonates with the heart.
19	KanadeSukima Suichi		A moving experience that accompanies new departures and heartfelt sentiments
20	If I sing to the sky175R		A song of youth, a story of meetings and partings
21	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A classic rock band song that portrays the passion and bonds of youth
22	MiracleGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s classic hit “Kiseki,” a song of youth
23	It’s okayji ma ma		A heartwarming classic by jimama from Okinawa
24	Cherry blossom seasonFujifaburikku		A moving song depicting farewells and new departures in spring
25	Song of DepartureMr.Children		Song of Departure: A New Beginning and Hope
26	March 9Remioromen		A classic graduation song, 'March 9th'—a moving piece
27	Ah, the days of youthyuzu		A heartwarming classic that captures memories of youth
28	Best FriendKiroro		Kiroro’s “Best Friend” is a song about friendship and gratitude.
29	Graduation — Farewells Are for TomorrowTakkī & Tsubasa		A heartwarming song that sings of the sorrow of parting and an unchanging bond
30	YELLikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari’s “YELL,” a classic anthem of hope and support for pursuing dreams
31	10-year cherry blossomsAKB48		AKB48’s moving graduation song “10-Nen Zakura” (10-Year Cherry Blossom)
32	DepartureHY		HY's 'Tabidachi' is a cheer song that gives you courage.
33	On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai		Ai Kawashima’s graduation song, a track to bask in memories
34	GraduationMikage Yuuka IN db		Singing about the bittersweet farewells and memories after graduation
35	cherry blossomMoriyama Naotaro		Naotaro Moriyama’s classic song “Sakura,” a staple for graduations and cherry blossom season.
36	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE		EXILE’s moving graduation song
37	cherry blossomKobukuro		Kobukuro’s signature song “Sakura” is moving.
38	Farewell, YouthChatto Monchī		A famous song by Chatmonchy known as a graduation song
39	Step and Goarashi		A forward-looking Arashi graduation song that depicts parting and hope
40	Graduation, and on to the future.MONKEY MAJIK＋SEAMO		An inspiring song that views graduation in a positive light
41	Graduation Trip ~Morning Musume: A Song for Those Setting Off~Mōningu Musume.		Graduation and friendship, a farewell song that resonates with the heart
42	GOOD BYE MY SCHOOL DAYSDREAMS COME TRUE		A classic song that sings of the bittersweetness of graduation and treasured memories
43	Have the plums bloomed? Are the cherry blossoms not yet?Metis		Mr./Ms. Metis’s spring graduation song
44	Song of DepartureAAA		AAA's 'Tabidachi no Uta' is a graduation song that sings about farewells and new departures.
45	GraduationCharcoal Filter		A classic song that captures the emotions of graduation, believing in a reunion
46	When cherry-blossom hues danceNakajima Mika		The bittersweetness of love as cherry blossoms dance and the changing of the seasons
47	SAKURA GoodbyeSCANDAL		An early signature work by SCANDAL that portrays graduation
48	Cherry blossom petalsAKB48		A song for graduation season, about parting and taking a new step
49	Words of FarewellFLOW		A graduation song with an inspiring arrangement of a Kaientai track
50	Graduation DaySasuke		A heartwarming song that depicts memories of graduation
51	Tears in a Smile ~THANK YOU! DEAR MY FRIENDS~Matsuura Aya		Aya Matsuura’s youth anthem, soaking in the memories
52	Good-bye daysYUI		YUI’s movie theme song, a bittersweet song about parting
53	cherry blossomKetsumeishi		Ketsumeishi’s cherry blossom song portrays meetings and farewells.
54	cherry blossomFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A cheer song singing of cherry blossoms and bonds, for a new step in life
55	Cheering songShonan no Kaze		A passionate friendship song by Shonan no Kaze that cheers on graduation
56	Loose Life (not so bad)DA PUMP		A moving song that showcases a new frontier for DA PUMP
57	Sakura, Bloom!arashi		A song of courage and hope to cheer on new beginnings in spring
58	Graduation Elegy3B LAB.☆S		Graduation song: 3B LAB.☆’s masterpiece that resonates with the heart
59	YellKobukuro		Graduation song: Kobukuro’s moving track
60	Until the day we meet againyuzu		A classic graduation song, with its upbeat message being popular
61	GraduaterShiina Hekiru		A powerful classic by Hekiru Shiina that cheers on youth
62	far; distant; by farGReeeeN		An inspiring classic that colors the moment of graduation
63	Cherry Blossom Rainabsorb		A classic song that portrays graduation season, cherry blossoms, and farewells.
64	SAKURAikimonogakari		A song of farewells and new encounters in the season when cherry blossoms dance
65	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		A song of memories from my school days and hope for moving forward
66	Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki		A song that turns a letter to my 15-year-old self and my future self into music.
67	Graduationgagaga supi		A youth anthem brimming with the charm of Gagaga SP
68	FriendKetsumeishi		A moving song that portrays the bonds of friendship and parting
69	budKobukuro		A heartwarming song that sings of youthful hope and gratitude
70	pencil eraserSukima Suichi		The Eraser of Memories and the Girl in the Next Seat
71	With a smileUeto Aya		Memories remain in the heart without fading.
72	graduationKato Miria		Miliyah Kato’s youth anthem “Sotsugyou” resonates
73	GraduationNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s powerful graduation song, a moving work that resonates with the heart
74	Start in my lifeKuraki Mai		A moving ballad that supports graduations and new beginnings
75	Just a little longer until graduationGLAY		GLAY’s coming-of-age ballad that chronicles their unforgettable student days
76	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		Graduation song: a moving song of gratitude and farewell
77	AMBITIOUS JAPAN!TOKIO		TOKIO's cheer song 'AMBITIOUS JAPAN!'
78	Wings of DepartureV6		V6 disbands; a graduation song that lingers in memory
79	GraduationZONE		ZONE’s graduation song is a symbol of youth.
80	Departure Numberyuzu		The importance and courage of a journey in pursuit of dreams
81	Tsubasaandāgurafu		A coming-of-age graduation song that portrays farewells and new beginnings
82	Treasure IslandKobukuro		Treasure Island sings of the courage to face a new environment.
83	youthGOING STEADY		An inspiring masterpiece that portrays the memories of youth
84	GRAND FINALEBREAKERZ		BREAKERZ’s graduation song “GRAND FINALE”
85	DepartureFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A representative J-POP graduation song that celebrates graduation.
86	If I turn around…Janne Da Arc		A moving song that nostalgically recalls graduation memories