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