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

superstarKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “Superstar”

This song celebrates recognizing the potential and talent hidden within yourself and letting them shine.

Its empowering message—that everyone has a unique brilliance—blends beautifully with the pop sound.

Ketsumeishi’s positive lyrics and catchy melody carry a warm, gentle push for listeners.

Released in November 2020, it was chosen as the theme song for the TV Asahi anime Crayon Shin-chan.

The music video, filmed in India, also captures the song’s bright and uplifting worldview.

It’s a perfect fit as a cheer song for school events like sports festivals, and for anyone seeking encouragement to discover their true self.

FRIENDS!!!imase

【imase】FRIENDS!!!（MV）

In February 2025, imase crafted a new-generation pop song distinguished by its groovy rhythm and rich blend of instruments.

Centered on the importance of friendship and the depth of bonds, the piece was produced as the theme song for “Everyone’s Concert,” a collaboration project between the live communication app Pococha and Yamaha Corporation.

Gently expressing the awkward distance with friends you haven’t seen in a while and the enduring beauty of friendship that doesn’t change with time, it’s a perfect fit to close out a school sports day.

A special movie featuring a collaboration with over 120 performers was also created, hinting at the formation of new communities through music.

It’s a track you can enjoy while picturing the brisk exit scene, walking side by side with friends whose bonds have grown stronger, all to a comfortably soothing melody.

Ninnin Nintama Ondo

"Nin-nin Nintama Ondo" Choreography Tutorial Video - Aki Watanabe

Set in the Sengoku period, the story of Ninjutsu Academy—centered on the trio of Rantarō, Kirimaru, and Shinbei—is hugely popular! From the long-beloved TV anime “Nintama Rantarō,” we present “Nin-nin Nintama Ondo.” Many teachers and parents likely watched “Nintama Rantarō” when they were young.

In recent years, it has gained popularity not only among children but also among adults.

The choreography for “Nin-nin Nintama Ondo” can be adapted to suit children.

Try dancing while getting into character!

peace signYonezu Kenshi

“My Hero Academia” × Kenshi Yonezu “Peace Sign” Special Music Video

Rather than pumping you up right from the start, this brisk yet stoic track gradually lifts your spirits.

The lyrics—“Raise your peace sign, you’re a hero”—are a perfect cheer for athletes aiming for victory.

Alola!!Satoshi with Pikachū

Pokémon Sun & Moon OP [Alola!!]

This was the theme song for the anime Pokémon Sun & Moon.

Its simple, easy-to-get-into rhythm and the occasional call-and-response shouts really amp up the excitement! The cheerful, lighthearted sound conjures images of a tropical paradise.

The more you listen, the more you feel like dancing, right? Sing along together and have a blast at your sports festival or field day!

InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Inferno

How about a rock number that’s perfect for firing up a sports day or athletic festival? It’s Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s third digital release, which was also used as the opening theme for the anime Fire Force.

The sound that amps you up from the intro and the razor-sharp vocals are irresistible.

It’s brimming with a charm that goes beyond just calling it cool.

Wouldn’t it be perfect as the BGM for that decisive event where everything is settled?

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Attack on Titan OP [Guren no Yumiya] High Quality Audio

The opening theme of the anime Attack on Titan became so popular that it even appeared on the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

Since the work’s theme is “battles with giants,” the lyrics are meant to rouse warriors.

Wouldn’t it be a perfect fit for a showdown program?