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Sports Day/Field Day BGM: Moving Classics & Uplifting Anthems to Power Your Practice

When it comes to undōkai and school sports festivals, they’re among the biggest school events—a special day that colors a page of your youth! Besides the marquee relay race, there are usually all kinds of events like dance performances and cheer battles, right? In this article, we’ve selected support songs that keep you going through the hard work of practice and preparation leading up to the day, as well as tracks that give you a push during the nerve‑wracking main event.

Listen closely and you might just burst into tears… Use this as a guide to choose the perfect BGM to color your wonderful memories!

[Sports Day / Athletic Festival BGM] Moving Masterpieces & Motivational Songs to Support Practice (131–140)

VertigoMAN WITH A MISSION

MAN WITH A MISSION「Vertigo」
VertigoMAN WITH A MISSION

A powerful track that fuses a sharp perspective on society with an energetic sound.

It’s a song by MAN WITH A MISSION that sounds an alarm about the modern world.

It skillfully depicts the psychological state of people tossed about by an overload of information, expressing a dizzying sense of chaos.

Even amid instability, it carries a will to move forward, resonating deeply with listeners.

Included on the EP “XV e.p.” released on March 12, 2025, it was also chosen as the promotional song for the near-futuristic sci-fi mecha game “Mecha BREAK.” The music video presents a unique world through lighting that highlights the colors of the five members.

It’s a work that will motivate you as you strive toward a goal with your friends during school festival preparations.

C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK – C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h. [Official Music Video]
C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK

This song leaves a strong impression with a powerful message that feels like a snapshot from the pages of youth.

It embodies the courage to move toward the future and the resolve to cherish memories with friends, all delivered through ONE OK ROCK’s signature emotional vocals that resonate deeply.

Featured on the album Zankyo Reference, the track was released in October 2011 and skillfully fuses elements of metalcore and post-hardcore.

It was also chosen as the ending theme for the TV program “To the Top of the Earth: Futa Kuriki’s New Challenge,” captivating the hearts of many.

It’s a perfect choice for those who want to sing at cultural festivals, school festivals, or choir competitions.

Raise your voices together, and it will surely become an unforgettable memory.

Stand Out Fit InONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK: Stand Out Fit In [OFFICIAL VIDEO]
Stand Out Fit InONE OK ROCK

This is a highly message-driven song that powerfully sings about the importance of staying true to yourself.

Included on the album “Eye of the Storm,” it features a polished sound that embraces pop rock and electropop with a global market in mind.

It’s a track that, with every listen, draws out the potential hidden in your heart, and its refreshingly exhilarating ONE OK ROCK–style melody is deeply stirring.

Released in November 2018, it was also used as the theme song for the global campaign “Go, Vantage Point.” by the world-renowned automaker Honda.

With a tempo and dynamism perfectly suited to group gymnastics performances, along with a message that encourages students’ individuality and growth, it’s an ideal choice for BGM at school sports days and athletic festivals.

The BeginningONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK – The Beginning [Official Music Video]
The BeginningONE OK ROCK

This song delivers a deeply moving experience, with powerhouse vocals and a band sound so compelling it gives you goosebumps.

It captures the determination of those taking a new step forward and carries a message that pushes you from behind, radiating a power that resonates more with every listen.

Released in August 2012, it was chosen as the theme song for the film Rurouni Kenshin, and through its synergy with the movie, it captured the hearts of a wide audience, reaching No.

5 on the Oricon charts.

Perfect as BGM for time trials or relay events, this track offers a refreshing sense of speed and the courage to take on challenges—be sure to experience it.

We areONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK: We Are [OFFICIAL VIDEO]
We areONE OK ROCK

An empowering anthem that stands by the anxieties and struggles of young people, powerfully singing the importance of living true to yourself! Taka from ONE OK ROCK delivers an emotionally rich vocal performance, and the fusion with the emotive melody creates a soul-stirring sound that leaves a lasting impression.

Featured on the album “Ambitions” and released in January 2017, this track was chosen as NHK’s soccer theme song and deeply moved many viewers.

It’s a warm song that supports and encourages not only students in the midst of their youth, but also those who feel unable to face societal pressures and surrounding prejudice, and those on the verge of losing their sense of self.

CathartistRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Catharsist [Official Music Video]
CathartistRADWIMPS

An uplifting anthem themed around the drive to better oneself and the bond with teammates, this song overflows with the powerful message that only RADWIMPS can deliver.

Released in June 2018, it was written as the theme song for Fuji TV’s soccer-related programs during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia.

It is also included on the album ANTI ANTI GENERATION and reached No.

5 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

As a track that pushes people to give their all toward their goals, it’s a perfect choice for use at school sports days and athletic festivals.

Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO

It’s a friendly, feel-good cheer song that almost everyone has heard at least once.

Unusual among SHISHAMO’s works, it was created based on the excitement felt while watching a match of the soccer team Kawasaki Frontale.

Released in February 2017 as a track on the album “SHISHAMO 4,” it gained wide recognition through its tie-in with an NTT Docomo commercial.

Singing about the joy of meeting your dream heroes on the weekend and the energy you get from it, the song features warm lyrics that convey the support around you and hope for the future.

Even in tough or discouraging times, it’s a stirring track that gives you the courage and strength to look forward, and it resonates in moments when you step forward with power—such as the entrance at a sports day or the opening of a school athletic festival.