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!

Playlist

Sports Day/Field Day BGM: Moving Classics & Uplifting Anthems to Power Your Practice
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	DREAMERIkuta Rira		A gem of a mid-tempo ballad whose passion for chasing dreams and unwavering devotion strikes the heart
2	together; along with; bothWANIMA		A bright, thankful song by WANIMA
3	A bouquet for meAdo		Ado’s new song: a message of self-affirmation and courage
4	PLAYERSYOASOBI		Turning game memories into music with YOASOBI's new song
5	One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		A youth-empowerment song. A track that cheers on the new school term.
6	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new song wins the grand prize
7	It starts here!DREAMS COME TRUE		A cheer song for an ekiden theme
8	OrangeSPYAIR		An inspiring cheer song by SPYAIR
9	Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai		A refreshing song that captures the brilliance of youth
10	RunLittle Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster new cheer song
11	BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi		A song that supports young people pursuing their dreams in figure skating
12	Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala		An anthem that supports those facing setbacks and loneliness
13	Kitearashi		Lyrics and music by Kenshi Yonezu. A dream-support cheer song sung by Arashi.
14	Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā		A song of courage to pursue one’s true self and move toward hope
15	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		An inspiring song perfect for graduation and sports day
16	Live in the present.Saucy Dog		Saucy Dog’s High School Soccer Cheering Song
17	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		Cheering on youth with an anime OP theme song
18	MiracleGReeeeN		Get fired up with the ROOKIES drama theme song
19	horizonback number		A back number song that praises hard workers
20	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A popular Koshien-themed cheer song that inspires hardworking high school baseball players.
21	Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK		Encouraging songs by ONE OK ROCK
22	earnest desireSUPER BEAVER		A famous song by SUPER BEAVER that sings about the importance of human relationships
23	Gate of GloryHirai Dai		Cheering on effort and courage with the sports day fight song “The Door of Glory”
24	It’s okay.BLUE ENCOUNT		A positive cheer song that lifts your spirits
25	Curtain callYuuri		Yuri passionately sings a support song for a hero anime
26	rainbowAqua Timez		A popular cheer song by Aqua Timez
27	SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke		Keisuke Kuwata’s futuristic and warm theme song
28	peace signYonezu Kenshi		Challenge and growth, moving forward by overcoming failure
29	Philosophy[Alexandros]		Dross’s songs empathize with the struggles of young people.
30	Happinessarashi		Arashi’s cheer song, perfect for sports day
31	HeroAmuro Namie		Olympic theme song suitable for a school sports day
32	Footsteps ~Be StrongMr.Children		An inspirational song used as a TV drama’s theme is a self-produced track.
33	Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK movie theme song
34	migratory bird[Alexandros]		The sports day is livened up by migratory birds
35	As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE		A song of courage that rises again and again
36	ROOFTOPS feat. Satoshi Fujiwara (Official HIGE DANDism)KERENMI		A dramatic song for a sports day by KERENMI and Satoshi Fujiwara
37	Fly Highmilet		milet "Fly High" suitable for a sports day
38	ApollodorusMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s cheer song
39	GiftsSuperfly		An uplifting song that conveys the importance of living true to yourself
40	A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki		A fast-paced rock song that established Masaki Suda as a singer
41	Don’t give upZARD		This is a song that’s way too famous as a cheer song…
42	Standing on stageYOASOBI		YOASOBI's Olympic support song
43	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s smash hit that gives you courage
44	If you laugh at the skywacci		Wacci’s moving song, a track that gives you strength to pursue your dreams
45	BON VOYAGEBON BON BLANCO		Popular theme song(s) of ONE PIECE
46	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		A Fight Song for Doing the Impossible
47	Nostalgic FutureKamishiraishi Mone		Mone Kamishiraishi’s cheer song “Natsukashii Mirai” (Nostalgic Future)
48	SignalWANIMA		WANIMA’s cheer song lightens my heart
49	Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi		Our Tomorrow Is a Cheer Song
50	Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)Takahashi Yuu		An inspiring song themed around Yu Takahashi’s smile
51	Helloyama × bocchiboromaru		Cheering Song by yama and Bocchi Boromaru
52	O flowers now in full bloom,Kobukuro		An inspiring, hope-filled song by Kobukuro
53	The wind is blowing.ikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari's sports day theme song
54	hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake		Omoinotake’s “Ikuoku Kounen” is recommended for the sports day closing ceremony.
55	HIGH FIVETakahashi Yuu		HIGH FIVE, a cheer song for class unity at the sports festival
56	So take a step forwardHi-Fi CAMP		A positive, cheering song by Hi-Fi CAMP
57	We are!kitadani hiroshi		We Are is an inspiring song full of adventure
58	To Those Who Know the Blue of the Skyaimyon		Aimyon sings with the themes of youth and love.
59	To the LightZa Beibīsutāzu		Introduction to rock songs for sports day
60	Soldier, run.B’z		Hyo Hashiru is a song that inspires the courage to take on challenges.
61	Map of the HeartBOYSTYLE		The seafaring theme song of One Piece
62	No.1DISH//		Cheering on youth with DISH//'s fight song
63	About meMrs. GREEN APPLE		An inspiring song that colors the memories of the sports day
64	BeautifulSuperfly		A song to encourage the children at the sports day closing ceremony
65	Grand Escape feat. Toko MiuraRADWIMPS		The moving theme song of Weathering with You, a masterpiece by RADWIMPS
66	HeroYOASOBI		Frieren opening theme, a passionate song by YOASOBI
67	ultramarineYOASOBI		Expressing the passion and dreams of youth with blue light
68	flash[Alexandros]		The powerful rock of [Alexandros], a song of growth and challenge
69	Opening DeclarationNovelbright		A passionate message song that cheers on young people pursuing their dreams
70	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		An anthem that embraces the anxieties of youth, helping you find your true self.
71	On Your SideSuperfly		Superfly's gentle, soothing masterpiece
72	winding roadNovelbright		A coming-of-age anthem that cheers on the journey from boyhood to adulthood
73	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		A moving song that portrays a coming-of-age drama at a school sports festival
74	Fanfaresumika		The freshness of youth and the effort put into the school sports festival
75	lightly; nimbly; flutteringlyGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s sports day cheer song
76	Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster		Students’ Effort and Growth Toward the Sports Day
77	Walking with youNovelbright		Novelbright’s youth song
78	Clap your handsNICO Touches the Walls		A bright signature song by NICO Touches the Walls
79	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		An inspiring classic by SMAP
80	SING ALONE GOODammo		A song that portrays a heart moving forward toward its goal
81	Soul RevolutionSuperfly		A fiery cheer song to energize the sports festival!
82	My friend — now and forever…Ketsumeishi		Ketsumeishi's friendship number
83	Main Theme from the film “Chariots of Fire”Vangelis		Celebrate the victory at the sports festival with the Chariots of Fire theme
84	OH!SHISHAMO		SHISHAMO’s youth cheer song
85	The Zero Sense10-FEET		An inspiring song that sings of passion for basketball and dreams
86	AgainWANIMA		A song of courage to overcome setbacks and move forward
87	weedberii guddoman		Powerful music that supports your challenge toward your dreams
88	Connect!Misaka Saki		The support song for the All Japan High School Soccer Championship will be sung by Saki Misaka for the first time.
89	Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA		Opening theme song of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, courage and indomitable spirit
90	Rocky Themebirukonti		Rocky's theme song Effort and Growth
91	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		SEKAI NO OWARI “RPG” is perfect for a sports day closing ceremony
92	proofflumpool		Be moved and find courage with flumpool’s “Proof”
93	companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi		Deepen the bonds of the sports day with Ketsumeishi's “Nakama”
94	threadNakajima Miyuki		A moving sports day closing ceremony with Miyuki Nakajima’s “Ito”
95	GUTS !arashi		Arashi songs that give you energy at a sports festival
96	At any timeMakihara Noriyuki		Listening to 'Donna Toki mo' after the sports day
97	FRIENDS!!!imase		A youth song that sings of the bonds of friendship
98	paper airplanesuis from Yorushika × Evan Call		A song that captures the emotions of youth, with a melody that resonates in the heart.
99	A victorious smile with youUkasukaji		A youthful song that sings of bonds with friends and the courage to take on challenges
100	superstarKetsumeishi		The importance of letting hidden talents shine
101	Music Collection for Sports Day: Go Go GoZama Yoshihiro		A collection of powerful songs perfect for sports day
102	I am the strongest.Ado		The powerful in-film song from the movie One Piece
103	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
104	Stand Out Fit InONE OK ROCK		A powerful song that stays true to oneself
105	The BeginningONE OK ROCK		A powerful song that brings courage and inspiration
106	CathartistRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS's powerful cheering song, a challenge toward dreams
107	Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy		A strong determination to pursue a dream, inspired by a song of memories
108	swallowYOASOBI with Midorīzu		YOASOBI × Midories' SDGs Support Song
109	Song Not to Forgetmakaroni enpitsu		A powerful song that sings of youthful struggles and hope
110	BetelgeuseYuuri		An inspiring song with a starry-sky motif
111	AcaciaBUMP OF CHICKEN		A heartwarming anthem of support that sings of friendship and hope
112	VertigoMAN WITH A MISSION		A warning to society and the suffering of the people
113	Ten Thousand Cheers, A Thousand ChantsRADWIMPS		A famous RADWIMPS song that portrays the dreams and hopes of young people
114	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		A cheering song born from the passion of Kawasaki Frontale
115	existenceWANIMA		A moving song filled with gratitude and love for my family
116	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		An anthem of support that gives you the courage to keep moving forward without giving up
117	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		A signature song that celebrates the power and spirit of youthful challenge
118	We areONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK's fight song
119	one’s true feelingssumika		High school soccer fight song depicting the bonds of teammates and moving forward
120	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		An anthem that gives you the courage to move forward
121	Mela!Ryokushokushakai		A youth anthem of courage and hope, giving your heart a gentle push
122	Zankyo SankaAimer		A powerful message about overcoming the past and moving toward the future
123	Extraordinary day&TEAM		Marathon theme song, cheering on the challenge
124	ultra soulB’z		Liven up the sports day with B’z’s “ultra soul.”
125	Hello, KagerouGReeeeN		A cheering song for people giving their all at the sports festival
126	far; distant; by farGReeeeN		Color the sports day with GReeeeN’s “Haruka”
127	Our Starting LineHIPPY		A national high school championship cheer song created with HIPPY and high school students
128	SpecialSUPER BEAVER		Special Sports Day Hype Song
129	Outlineimase		A powerful high school soccer fight song about challenge and growth
130	Runnerbakufū suranpu		A moving celebration of friendship nurtured through sports day music
131	Horse and deerYonezu Kenshi		Cheer on the sports day with Kenshi Yonezu’s heartwarming song
132	Critical HitRADWIMPS		A powerful rock piece that portrays the emotions of wavering over life choices
133	BelieveFolder5		Introduction to the One Piece theme song 'Believe'
134	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A coming-of-age rock song by Road of Major
135	WINDKōda Kumi		Kumi Koda’s “WIND” is a cheer song
136	SaraiKayama Yūzō & Tanimura Shinji		Singing “Sarai” together toward the end of the sports day would be moving.
137	Mighty Long FallONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK's movie theme song
138	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		Introduction to Mayo Okamoto’s classic song TOMORROW
139	StoryAI		AI’s signature song “Story,” an inspiring, encouraging ballad