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Get Fired Up! A Collection of Anime Songs to Hype Up Your Sports Day and Athletic Festival

Accompanist / Piano InstructorYuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

Just hearing them can make your heart surge with passion, or lift you up when you’re feeling down—anime songs have a mysterious power, don’t they?

In this article, we’ve gathered anime songs that are perfect for sports days and athletic festivals.

These are all classic tracks that will fire you up—whether you’re thinking, “We’re going to win for sure!” or “I want to make the best memories with my friends!”

We’ve carefully selected songs recommended for a wide range of ages, from preschool and kindergarten sports days to high school athletic festivals, so feel free to use them as references for BGM or dance routines.

Get Fired Up! Anime Song Collection to Hype Up Sports Days and Athletic Festivals (131–140)

Reckless fireYasuaki Ide

Reckless Fire opening

Reckless fire Yasuhisa Ide

“Reckless fire” is the opening theme of the anime s-CRY-ed.

From the intro, it’s a song that just makes you think, “So cool!” Yasuharu Ide’s masculine vocals and lyrics that urge you to “go for the win” make it a perfect track for sports days and athletic festivals.

How about using it as BGM for class relays or cavalry battles?

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Reincarnated as a SwordKishida Kyoudan & The Akeboshi Rockets

Kishida Kyoudan & The Akeboshi Rockets – Reincarnated as a Sword Music Video (Official)

Reincarnated as a Sword Kishida Kyoudan & The Akeboshi Rockets

An opening theme song of the anime with the same title, created by Kishida Kyoudan & The Akeboshi Rockets.

Its energetic rock sound and powerful vocals are uplifting! The hope-themed lyrics are memorable, conveying the protagonist’s determination to pursue their dreams without giving in to adversity.

With its fiery tempo, it’s perfect as BGM for sports festivals and field days.

It also works great as a cheer song everyone can sing along to and get hyped! Highly recommended for those with a competitive spirit.

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U&IAfter School Tea Time

U&I with lyrics Full high quality audio

U&I After-School Tea Time

One of the in-anime songs from the TV anime K-On!!, “U&I.” K-On!! was so popular it became a social phenomenon—many of you probably love it, right? This track is a lively, upbeat pop song that’s perfect for school sports days and athletic festivals! It works great as background music for events, and it could even be used as a dance number for kids up to around the middle elementary grades.

Be sure to give it a listen!

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Rude loose danceMinami

Minami “Rude Loose Dance” MV

Rude Loose Dance Minami

Rude Loose Dance, released in 2023 by singer-songwriter Minami, was also selected as the opening theme for the anime Record of Ragnarok II.

It depicts the fiery emotions of confronting a reality filled with challenges.

The lyrics, which align with students who keep pushing without giving up until the very end, are sure to inspire courage and hope.

With Minami’s vocals brilliantly conveying raw emotion and a passionate yet cool band performance, this track truly resonates.

Be sure to check out this number that will hype up any event—perfect for blazing relays, tug-of-war, and more.

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Ponyo on the CliffFujioaka Fujimaki & Nozomi Ohashi

Ponyo: Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea

Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea — Fujimaki Fujioka & Nozomi Ohashi

Watch 'Gake no Ue no Ponyo (Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea) by Fujioka Fujimaki & Nozomi Ohashi' on YouTube

Nozomi Ohashi’s singing voice is just so cute! The choreography for this song is really simple, making it perfect for a school sports day.

The lyrics aren’t very difficult either, so children can learn them quickly.

Since sports days are about cheering on the participants, relatively fast tempos are preferred.

In that sense, the tempo of this song is just right, making it an ideal choice for a sports day.

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Be SURVIVORZZ

Eyeshield 21 insert song: Be SURVIVOR

Be SURVIVORZZ

An insert song from the American football–themed anime Eyeshield 21.

Rather than expressing the feelings of a mere “player,” it sings of the mindset of a “warrior” standing on the battlefield—a cool, stylish track that evokes a thrilling sense of uplift.

Highly recommended for programs where chaotic melees like cavalry battles are expected.

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Youth LineIkimonogakari

Big Windup! Op. 2

Seishun Line - Ikimono-gakari

A refreshing song that freely sings about being in the height of youth, used in the high school baseball-themed anime “Big Windup!” Its lyrics evoke “trusting your teammates and passing on your feelings,” making it perfect for relay events.

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