[Sports Day] Entrance songs that will hype the crowd! A comprehensive roundup from classics to the latest hits

For entrance BGM at sports days and athletic festivals, you want tracks that ignite your fighting spirit and instantly boost the excitement.

Having a different entrance song for each event definitely amps up the atmosphere.

For your picks, the classic marching tunes that are staples at sports days are great, of course, but recent J-pop hits are also highly recommended.

In this article, we’ll introduce songs that light a fire in your heart and get you motivated—perfect for entrances!

We’ve gathered tracks with a variety of vibes, so choose the ones that best match the participants’ ages and the feel of each event.

Playlist

[Sports Day] Entrance songs that will hype the crowd! A comprehensive roundup from classics to the latest hits
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Sounds goodM!LK		M!LK’s uplifting song has been selected as the entrance march for the National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.
2	-ness; typicality; the quality/essence of being [X] (as in “X-ness” or “X-like character”)Ofisharu Higedan Dism		Higedan’s exhilarating, fast-paced pop rock
3	Fivearashi		Arashi’s new song “Five” tops the charts on its first day of streaming
4	TouchInaba Hiroshi		Koshi Inaba covers Touch
5	IBUMP OF CHICKEN		A fast-paced rock song by BUMP OF CHICKEN
6	THE REVOPorunogurafiti		Porno Graffitti’s My Hero Academia theme song
7	NonfictionsDa-iCE		Da-iCE's Koshien cheer song
8	Outlineimase		imase song, high school soccer cheering song
9	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		Let's liven up the sports day with an emotional singing voice
10	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		An uplifting, refreshing pop-rock song filled with encouragement
11	together; along with; bothWANIMA		A cheer song of courage and hope for us together
12	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		WANIMA sports day dance song
13	Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE writes a new song for a film’s theme
14	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		A cheering song that turns weakness into an ally and soars high
15	flying boatKing Gnu		The smash-hit song by King Gnu that sang about courage
16	Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy		Vaundy’s moving long-running hit song
17	Mela!Ryokushokushakai		A song of courage and hope to help others
18	migratory bird[Alexandros]		An exhilarating, fast-paced song that hypes up a school sports day
19	breakthroughSUPER BEAVER		A passionate song that embodies the power of challenge and conveys the courage to move forward.
20	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		A cheering song born from the passion of Kawasaki Frontale
21	DECOTORA15LiSA		Liven up the sports day with a powerful melody
22	protagonistSUPER BEAVER		A heartwarming song introduction by SUPER BEAVER
23	Fanfaresumika		Message of hope in sumika’s songs
24	Curtain callYuuri		The strength to overcome hardships with Yuuri’s passionate cheering song
25	SignalWANIMA		WANIMA's “Signal” is perfect as an entrance song for a sports day.
26	Standing on stageYOASOBI		YOASOBI announces Paris Olympics theme song
27	Carry OnEXILE		Boost morale with EXILE’s upbeat songs
28	InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE		The rock song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE that is the opening theme of Fire Force.
29	Telephoto MarchBUMP OF CHICKEN		BUMP OF CHICKEN's Distant-view March
30	No.1DISH//		DISH//'s anime opening theme song
31	We Will Rock YouQueen		A tense, high-intensity Queen song with stomps and claps
32	AdventureYOASOBI		New song for USJ's spring campaign
33	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		Official HIGE DANDism’s hit song “Shukumei” inspires the players
34	Umillennium parade		A millennium parade song for a sports day
35	GO!!!FLOW		FLOW's 'GO!!!' is a masterpiece that evokes courage and passion.
36	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		Sukima Switch’s cheer song
37	Muscatyuzu		Yuzu’s muscat is perfect for entrance
38	ultra soulB’z		B’z’s classic songs hype up the sports day
39	Break the glass!Keyakizaka46		Expressing freedom and fighting spirit in a rock song by Keyakizaka46
40	Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK		The courage to face forward and charge toward the future
41	Everyone is free.Half time Old		Introduction to au’s Santaro commercial song
42	OrangeSPYAIR		A powerful song of youth, friendship, and sports
43	Dragon Quest ‘Overture’sugiyama kouichi		A famous Dragon Quest masterpiece, a valiant march that captivates the world
44	IdeaHoshino Gen		Theme song for a morning drama, a bright and encouraging track
45	Soul RevolutionSuperfly		Soul Revolution
46	Party!!Ryokushokushakai		Dungeon Meshi ending theme, a song themed around food and bonds
47	Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā		A passionate rock song for sports day cheering
48	Under the banner of the double-headed eagleJosef Franz Wagner		Wagner composed a march for the Austrian Empire.
49	ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE		A dynamic, high-energy rock song that's perfect for the sports day exit
50	Olympic MarchKoseki Yūji		Tokyo Olympic March composed by Yuji Koseki
51	DynamiteBTS		BTS’s hit song, disco-pop
52	MiracleGReeeeN		An inspiring, uplifting song used as the theme for ROOKIES
53	When the Saints Go Marching In		Create a lively entrance with "When the Saints Go Marching In"
54	SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke		Kazuyoshi Kuwata’s cheer song, with its warm message, is appealing
55	Laugh it off ~ Xiao Yi Xiao! ~Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto		Crayon Shin-chan movie theme song
56	Rocky Theme: Gonna Fly NowBill Conti		Beloved alongside the film, the theme song of Rocky continues to be cherished
57	paprikaFoorin		Foorin’s “Paprika” is perfect as an entrance song for a sports day
58	Racing into the NightYOASOBI		YOASOBI's forward-facing song
59	rainbowFukuyama Masaharu		Fukuyama’s signature song, a TV drama theme
60	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS “Zenzenzense” for a sports day
61	CharacterRyokushokushakai		Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s self-affirmation cheer song
62	LokiMikito P		Popular songs by Mikito-P and Vocaloid
63	summer squallarashi		A breezy storm of an entrance theme, a baseball cheering classic
64	One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		A cheering song that unites our hearts and moves us forward
65	A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki		Masaki Suda’s debut song, a track packed with a sense of speed and determination
66	The Washington PostJohn Philip Sousa		A famous march by Sousa that premiered at an awards ceremony
67	In the Blueikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari youthful refreshing song
68	The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster		Signature songs by Little Glee Monster that are suitable as entrance themes
69	Kaikai KitanEVE		A powerful song that portrays the strength to overcome the darkness
70	strollInoue Azumi		Marching cheerfully to Totoro’s “Sanpo”
71	majestic and dignifiedEdward Elgar		Elgar’s representative work, Pomp and Circumstance
72	Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA		LiSA’s smash-hit song, the theme of Demon Slayer
73	SPECIALZKing Gnu		King Gnu's Jujutsu Kaisen theme song is a big hit
74	Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo		Pokémon New Anime Opening Theme
75	Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento		Kochi Kento’s cheer song, “Giri Giri Dance”
76	Radetzky MarchJohann Strauss I		Hype up the athletes’ entrance with the Radetzky March
77	A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki		An athletic meet theme song passionately sung by Masaki Suda
78	Jamboree Mickey!Marco Marinangeli		Music for Disney character dance
79	William Tell OvertureRosshīni		A magnificent overture, marked by a powerful rhythm
80	Kitearashi		Composed by Kenshi Yonezu, Arashi’s song “Kite”
81	Theme of Lupin the ThirdŌno Yūji		Yuji Ohno’s jazz, classic anime theme songs
82	RaijinJohn Philip Sousa		Sousa’s famous march, an impressive and lively piece
83	Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		UNISON’s popular songs perfect for sports day
84	rainbowAqua Timez		A song with positive lyrics that's perfect for cheering someone on
85	giftRADWIMPS		An inspiring theme song that explores the meaning of life
86	Overture from Dragon Quest Isugiyama kouichi		The orchestral piece is captivating and moving.
87	Rocky Themebirukonti		Rocky's theme song Effort and Growth
88	peace signYonezu Kenshi		Theme song of a hero anime, uplifting
89	The Star-Spangled Banner ForeverJohn Philip Sousa		March composed by Sousa
90	Go for it!!Urufuruzu		I'll do my best with Ulfuls' cheer song
91	life-formHoshino Gen		An upbeat, empowering song by Gen Hoshino overflowing with vitality
92	March, April, MayYabe Masao		A march depicting a scene of making music in a spring park
93	ECHOLittle Glee Monster		Characteristics of Little Glee Monster's ECHO
94	Golden SoulShonan no Kaze		A cheering song featuring a cool intro and an upbeat chorus perfect for a sports festival.
95	A bouquet for meAdo		Ado’s new song: a message of self-affirmation and courage
96	IlluminationB’z		Theme song of NHK’s morning drama: B’z’s gentle cheer song
97	U.S.ADA PUMP		DA PUMP’s 2018 hit song
98	poofKing Gnu		King Gnu 'Doronn' movie theme song
99	Opening DeclarationNovelbright		A passionate message song that cheers on young people pursuing their dreams
100	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK’s songs that sing of youth and the courage to face the future
101	Stand Out Fit InONE OK ROCK		A powerful song that stays true to oneself
102	Fly Highmilet		milet’s “Fly High” is a perfect song for sports days and competitions.
103	BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s anime theme song depicts a fiery challenge and bonds
104	Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai		A song that sprints through the moments of youth with all its might
105	Live in the present.Saucy Dog		Saucy Dog’s High School Soccer Cheering Song
106	Symphony No. 5 “Revolution,” Fourth MovementDmitri Dmitriyevich Shostakovich		Mood boost with Shostakovich’s symphonies
107	El CapitanJohn Philip Sousa		A staple of wind bands: Sousa’s dazzling march
108	winding roadNovelbright		A coming-of-age anthem that cheers on the journey from boyhood to adulthood
109	Cry BabyOfisharu Higedan Dism		Tokyo Revengers theme song, a famous song of courage and bonds
110	PERFECT HUMANRADIO FISH		RADIO FISH’s explosively popular song shines at school sports days.
111	Helloyama × bocchiboromaru		Cheering Song by yama and Bocchi Boromaru
112	Z Legend ~The Fanfare Won’t Stop~Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto		A sports day cheer song sung by Momoiro Clover Z
113	A victorious smile with youUkasukaji		A youthful song that sings of bonds with friends and the courage to take on challenges
114	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		An anthem of support that gives you the courage to keep moving forward without giving up
115	DREAMERIkuta Rira		A gem of a mid-tempo ballad whose passion for chasing dreams and unwavering devotion strikes the heart
116	March “Beyond the K-Point”Takahashi Shinya		The appeal of brass band marches that liven up sports days
117	Sports MarchMayuzumi Toshirō		A march composed by Toshiro Mayuzumi that’s a staple of sports broadcasts
118	The Zero Sense10-FEET		10-FEET movie theme song rock
119	GUTS !arashi		Arashi songs that give you energy at a sports festival
120	HeroYOASOBI		Frieren opening theme, a passionate song by YOASOBI
121	Joyfulikimonogakari		A bright, high-energy song perfect for a sports day
122	Runnerbakufū suranpu		Bakufu Slump’s fiery cheering song for athletic meets
123	I can only face forwardAKB48		A positive song for AKB48’s sports day
124	I am the strongest.Ado		The powerful in-film song from the movie One Piece
125	Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts		A rhapsody depicting a magical world with a muscle-bound protagonist
126	OtonokeCreepy Nuts		A captivating track where occult vibes and dynamism harmonize
127	It starts here!DREAMS COME TRUE		DREAMS COME TRUE’s new song, a theme song to cheer on challenges
128	Baroque HoedownJean Jacques Perrey		Electronic music from a Moog synthesizer is the theme song of a Disney parade
129	SOUSA SPECTACULARJohn Philip Sousa		Sousa March Medley
130	Colonel BogeyKenneth Joseph Alford		A British composer's march is a staple at sports days.
131	RunLittle Glee Monster		A positive cheer song that supports taking a step toward your dreams
132	VertigoMAN WITH A MISSION		A warning to modern society and a portrayal of the heart’s tremors
133	dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE		The joy of having fun, a positive cheer song!
134	WanteD! WanteD!Mrs. GREEN APPLE		An iconic song that powerfully supports the troubles of youth
135	CathartistRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS's powerful cheering song, a challenge toward dreams
136	Ten Thousand Cheers, A Thousand ChantsRADWIMPS		A famous RADWIMPS song that portrays the dreams and hopes of young people
137	Critical HitRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS' youth-supporting rock song
138	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		SEKAI NO OWARI “RPG” is perfect for a sports day closing ceremony
139	earnest desireSUPER BEAVER		A famous song by SUPER BEAVER that sings about the importance of human relationships
140	This Is MeThe Greatest Showman		A moving song that conveys self-affirmation and diversity
141	PLAYERSYOASOBI		Support song for PlayStation’s 30th anniversary!
142	ultramarineYOASOBI		Expressing the passion and dreams of youth with blue light
143	FRIENDS!!!imase		A heartwarming song that portrays the bonds of friendship
144	Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala		An anthem that supports those facing setbacks and loneliness
145	We are!kitadani hiroshi		Hiroshi Kitadani’s signature song ONE PIECE
146	Heaven and HellOfufenbakku		Offenbach’s classic athletic meet song
147	superstarKetsumeishi		The importance of letting hidden talents shine
148	New Treasure IslandSakanakushon		A lively song that portrays a child's sense of adventure
149	Adolescent RhapsodySambomasutā		A cheer song filled with youthful passion
150	100% CourageHikaru GENJI		The cheering song of Nintama Rantarō that gives energy and courage
151	Aim to be a Pokémon MasterMatsumoto Rika		Singing the spirit of adventure with Rica Matsumoto’s powerful vocals
152	JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 3 Execution BGMKanno Yugo		Yugo Kanno’s powerful march, full of spirit
153	Young powerShinichi Takada		A classic sports day song with a bright, powerful melody
154	Weigh anchorCharles Zimmerman		Naval Academy Football Fight Song
155	Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā		A song that expresses the feelings of heartbreak in a lighthearted way
156	light cavalryFranz von Suppé		A representative work of Viennese operetta created by Suppé.
157	HeroAmuro Namie		Encouraging songs perfect for a sports day