A graduation song released in the 1990s. A memorable classic that accompanies the graduation season.

On your graduation day, was there a song you softly hummed while reluctantly saying goodbye to your friends?The 1990s were the era when CDs sold the most in Japan and the concept of J-POP truly took shape, giving rise to countless classic hits that everyone knew.

Naturally, many iconic graduation songs were born as well, leaving a deep impression on the students of that time.From timeless graduation staples that evoke the atmosphere of those days, to songs perfect for the graduation season, and even hidden gems known only to a few, this article delivers a rich selection of graduation songs released in the 1990s.Whether you’re embarking on a new chapter with the arrival of spring, feeling a sudden urge to look back on your youth, or part of a younger generation curious about ’90s music, be sure to check it out!

Playlist

A graduation song released in the 1990s. A memorable classic that accompanies the graduation season.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	If I Could Become a StarMr.Children		A classic song that sings of the hope of departure and the poignancy of farewell
2	The Reason We Set Out on a JourneyOzawa Kenji		A timeless song that gently embraces the loneliness of parting
3	Spread your wingsDEEN		The world of hope and new beginnings depicted in graduation songs
4	Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi		An inspiring graduation song by Yumi Matsutoya
5	I won’t let you say goodbye.B’z		B’z’s sixth original album “RU…”
6	Believe in your dreamsTokunaga Hideaki		Hidetaka Tokunaga’s moving graduation song
7	Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki		A song about thinking of one’s hometown and friends, and chasing one’s dreams
8	COSMOSMimas		An inspiring graduation song in harmony with the universe
9	threadNakajima Miyuki		A heartwarming classic that sings about the bonds of life
10	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		Mayo Okamoto’s fight song, a classic that delivers courage and hope
11	On the Day of Departure		When I listen to this song, it reminds me of my own graduation cerem…
12	Tracks of HopeSazan Ōrusutāzu		An uplifting anthem of hope, a boost for life
13	BoyhoodInoue Yosui		Inoue Yosui’s youth song resonates with the heart
14	The Blue AgeKinKi Kids		KinKi Kids’ classic that portrays the pains and hopes of youth
15	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		“Sora mo…” sung by the four-piece rock band Spitz
16	To the futureKiroro		Often cited as a 90s artist with great lyrics…
17	my graduationSPEED		Iconic songs of the '90s, voices resonating at graduation
18	A graduation song, a song of friends.19		Graduation songs that color the J-POP scene of the ’90s…
19	GraduationWatanabe Misato		Famous for “My Revolution”…
20	Snow in MarchMakihara Noriyuki		Released numerous hit songs in the 1990s...
21	My friendZARD		The moving ending theme of Slam Dunk.
22	Unforgettable School DaysGurēto Chikin Pawāzu		A bittersweet graduation song by a comedy duo
23	Where Smiles GoDREAMS COME TRUE		On graduation day, a heart-trembling song of farewell
24	Even after graduating, even after saying goodbye, even from afarMariko Nagai		A bittersweet youth song filled with feelings of graduation
25	seasonZARD		The music unit fronted by vocalist Izumi Sakai…
26	Born on this planetSugimoto Ryuichi		Theme song of an NHK program, a grand ode to Earth and life
27	Bye For NowT-BOLAN		As a leading figure among artists from the Being label, 1…
28	Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been Around Since Long Ago~My Little Lover		Known by the abbreviation “Mylaba,” and now the vocalist…
29	cherry blossomKawamoto Makoto		Singer-songwriter Makoto Kawamoto. He...
30	Spring ~spring~Hysteric Blue		Hyste… that colored the graduation season of the ’90s
31	Endless JourneyMr.Children		"Seesaw Game ~Brave Love Song~", "Mei…"
32	Tokyo StorySha ran Q		He is currently demonstrating his skills as a producer…
33	commemorative treeapppare gakuen seito ichidō		Announced in 1992 by all the students of Appare Academy...
34	SO YOUNGTHE YELLOW MONKEY		Also known as Iemon, THE YELLOW MO…
35	BeginningChekikko		Chekicco, released in March 1999…
36	BELIEVESugimoto Ryuichi		In 1998, on NHK’s “Ikimono Chikyū Kikō” (Life on Earth)…
37	Dear My FriendsHi-STANDARD		As a Japanese punk band, in the ’90s they achieved great…
38	Tomorrow, when spring comesMatsu Takako		Takako Matsu’s debut single
39	Blown by the windElefanto Kashimashi		The rock ban... for which Hiroji Miyamoto serves as the vocalist
40	To the new personKaientai		A three-member group centered around the actor Tetsuya Takeda...
41	SaraiTanimura Shinji		The theme son… of the 24-Hour TV, a summer tradition,
42	Song of a Friendyuzu		After graduation, there are also those who will walk a different path from their friends...
43	That paper airplane splits the cloudy sky19		19 signature songs that capture the tremors of youth
44	HometownEvery Little Thing		“Dear My Friend” and “Ti…
45	Romantic Flightkome kome CLUB		An up-tempo rhythm and a catchy melodi...
46	Goodbye Busyuzu		Yuzu’s gemlike love song portraying a springtime farewell
47	Beyond the Night SkySMAP		Singer-songwriter Shikao Suga...
48	It’s goodbye, but it’s not goodbye.yamadakatsutenai Wink		In the 1990s, they brought surprise and inspiration to the music scene…
49	Never ForgetMōningu Musume.		Morning Musume, released in 1999...
50	Goodbye once moreChekkāzu		A famous ballad by The Checkers themed around farewell
51	ALONEB’z		"ultra soul" "Giri-giri cho…
52	Graduater ~Gladiator~Shiina Hekiru		A cheering song themed around graduation and new beginnings…
53	MY GRADUATIONChekkāzu		The Checkers’ classic song about memories of graduation
54	To tomorrowHirosue Ryōko		It's scary to be alone, but with memories in my heart...
55	Friends again tomorrownishiwaki yui		A classic song that warmly sings about the importance of friendship. Children…
56	Graduation ~Top of the World~Heike Michiyo		A heartwarming remake of a Carpenters classic…
57	Photo of three peopleKiroro		Featuring soft vocals and piano…
58	Just the way you areMatsui Takao		A heartwarming choral piece composed in 1991. Sho…