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[2026] Spring Anime Theme and Insert Songs (April Cour) | A Roundup of Must-Listen Tracks!

[2026] Spring Anime Theme and Insert Songs (April Cour) | A Roundup of Must-Listen Tracks!
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Spring anime kicks off with the arrival of a new season.

As you watch your favorite shows, you often come across music that makes you think, “This song is amazing!” and it sticks in your ears, right? Especially in the April cour, a stream of captivating tracks appears, enriching each story’s world.

Not only the theme songs that represent the series, but also the insert songs that play during iconic scenes are full of unforgettable gems.

In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of standout tracks that will make spring anime even more exciting.

Take your time and enjoy as you search for a new favorite tune!

[2026] Spring Anime Theme & Insert Songs (April Cour) | A Roundup of Must-Listen Tracks! (1–10)

The Parched Pair of the Underworld

When flyingNEW!Vaundy

TV Anime “Kyōkai no Tsugai” Non-Credit Opening Movie | Vaundy “When I Fly”
When flyingNEW!Vaundy

A song crafted by singer-songwriter Vaundy, who draws attention with his genre-defying musicality and unique sensibility.

Released as a digital single in April 2026, it serves as the opening theme for the TV anime “Twin in the Yokai Realm.” Created as a counterpart to the ending theme sung by yama, this piece portrays the very moment the two protagonists set off on their journey.

The lyrics are striking for their conceptual word choices, which bring to the surface a complex emotional state where the will to move forward intersects with anxiety.

The uplifting sound vividly expresses both inner turbulence and the power to press on.

It’s a deeply narrative-linked track that offers support to those who want to take a new step or are being pushed to make a decision despite their doubts.

Dorohedoro Season 2

Absolutely MUST cross-sectionNEW!(K)NoW_NAME

Dorohedoro Season 2 Non-Credit Opening Video | Streaming starts Wednesday, April 1, 2026, every Wednesday at 11:00 PM!
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Absolutely MUST cross-section

A shady, powerful mixture rock sound that seems to embody the chaotic worldview of anime.

It’s the opening theme for the anime Dorohedoro Season 2, created by the creative unit (K)NoW_NAME, who have worked on numerous anime soundtracks.

It was released for streaming in March 2026.

Beginning with an ominous intro, the song unfolds in a decadent, high-energy progression that evokes the world of Dorohedoro no matter where you cut it.

It’s an addictive anisong you’ll get hooked on after a single listen—perfect for those seeking something exhilarating.

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 4

pipe dreamNEW!Aoi Eiru

TV Anime 'That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 4' PV 1st Trailer [Broadcast begins April 3, 2026!]
pipe dreamNEW!Aoi Eiru
Eir Aoi “Esoragoto” MUSIC VIDEO (TV anime “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 4” opening theme song)

A high-octane, fast-paced rock sound that stirs the listener’s heart—this is a fiery number.

Sung by Eir Aoi, the track is included on a double tie-in CD single released in April 2026 and was selected as the opening theme for the anime That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 4.

Its grand arrangement, grounded in a band-driven sound, pairs beautifully with her soaring high notes that combine clarity and power.

The song carries a message about turning a seemingly impossible future into reality through encounters with comrades and steadfast convictions.

It’s an anime song you’ll want to hear when you need the courage to step into a new environment or the resolve to overcome hardships!

Wistoria: Wand and Sword Season 2

BELIEVERSNEW!ASH DA HERO

TV Anime 'Wistoria: Wand and Sword' Season 2 OP Movie Episode 13 “Day of the Boundary” | OP Theme Song: ASH DA HERO “BELIEVERS”
BELIEVERSNEW!ASH DA HERO
[TV Anime “Wistoria: Wand and Sword” Season 2 Opening Theme] BELIEVERS / ASH DA HERO #Wistoria #Wistoria #ASHDAHERO

BELIEVERS by ASH DA HERO began pre-release distribution in April 2026 as the opening theme for the TV anime Wistoria: Wand and Sword Season 2.

Centered around vocalist ASH, the band is known for its powerful sound that fuses punk and hip-hop elements.

A devoted fan of the original work, ASH pours his affection into this track—a rock tune that portrays the will to move forward despite doubts and weaknesses.

Its high-tempo, exhilarating arrangement aligns perfectly with the anime’s grand worldview.

When you’re feeling uneasy in a new environment or want to believe in yourself and take a step forward, listening to it is sure to give you strong courage.

Witch Hat Atelier

Anthem of the Wind feat. suis from YorushikaNEW!EVE

[Creditless OP] TV Anime “Witch Hat Atelier” Creditless Opening Video | Eve “Kaze no Anthem (Anthem of the Wind)” feat. suis from Yorushika
Anthem of the Wind feat. suis from YorushikaNEW!EVE
Wind's Anthem feat. suis from Yorushika (Wind’s Anthem) – Eve Music Video

“Wind Anthem feat.

suis from Yorushika” is an exhilarating rock tune that colors a tale of magic and growth.

Crafted by Eve, it’s a digital single released in April 2026 as the opening theme for the TV anime Atelier of Witch Hat.

Featuring guest vocals by Yorushika’s suis, the track evolves into a dramatic piece where two voices resonate—as if wishing for the same dawn from opposite places.

Its expansive sound, filled with the will to move toward the future, feels like a push on the back for a new spring departure or whenever you want to take on a challenge.

Japan Three Kingdoms

sparkNEW!Kitanitatsuya

TV Anime “Japan Sangoku” Creditless Opening Video | Tatsuya Kitani “Hidane (Kindling)”
sparkNEW!Kitanitatsuya
HIDANE / Tatsuya Kitani – HIDANE (Dancing Ember) / Tatsuya Kitani

A high-energy anime theme song where a driving sense of speed intertwines exquisitely with a distinctly Japanese flair! Created by singer-songwriter Tatsuya Kitani, it began advance streaming in April 2026.

Selected as the opening theme for the TV anime “Nihon Sangoku,” the track masterfully fuses weighty word choices that incorporate archaic Japanese with a powerful rock sound.

It carries a passionate message about turning even adversity and friction into fuel to move forward.

You can feel his continued evolution since the release of his 2024 album “ROUNDABOUT,” as he keeps up a vigorous pace of activity.

Perfect for anyone who wants to psych themselves up for a new challenge.

Immerse yourself in it alongside the world of this war chronicle story.

Kamiina Botan, her drunken figure is like a lily flower

When buds breakNEW!yonige

Complete Opening Movie | TV Anime “Kamiina Botan: Her Drunken Figure Is a Lily Flower”
When buds breakNEW!yonige
yonige “When It Sprouts” official music video

How about a rock number that blends springlike warmth with a refreshing feel? “Mebuku Toki” by yonige, a band from Neyagawa, Osaka Prefecture, was released in advance in April 2026.

It was written as the opening theme for the TV anime “Kamiina Botan: Yoeru Sugata wa Yuri no Hana.” Centered on yonige’s characteristically gritty guitar and bass, the song carefully depicts awkward, down-to-earth emotions.

The lyrics, infused with the hesitation that arises when people draw closer and the wavering that comes with trying to convey caring words to someone, may be close to the honest feelings that spill out in everyday life.

In this season when new relationships begin, it’s sure to resonate with that sensation of your heart moving in a direction different from the future you’d planned.