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	Blue NoteM!LK		For M!LK's youth song, suitable for a sports day
2	Double Double FIGHT!CANDY TUNE		An uplifting song that gives you the courage to face difficulties
3	silhouetteKANA-BOON		KANA-BOON’s Naruto theme song support track
4	Rock this Partytimelesz		A dance number to liven up the sports day
5	LuminousAina ji Endo		Aina’s powerful song, the opening theme of ONE PIECE
6	Fivearashi		Expressing the aesthetics of mainstream J-pop through Arashi’s fight song
7	Horse of YouthHinatazaka46		An anthem that cheers you on to believe in your potential and run at full throttle
8	Naughty SunORANGE RANGE		Summer tune by ORANGE RANGE
9	together; along with; bothWANIMA		A bright, thankful song by WANIMA
10	Curtain callYuuri		Yuri passionately sings a support song for a hero anime
11	DREAMERIkuta Rira		A gem of a mid-tempo ballad whose passion for chasing dreams and unwavering devotion strikes the heart
12	Standing on stageYOASOBI		YOASOBI's Olympic support song
13	OrangeSPYAIR		An inspiring cheer song by SPYAIR
14	Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai		A refreshing song that captures the brilliance of youth
15	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		An inspiring song perfect for graduation and sports day
16	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		Cheering on youth with an anime OP theme song
17	It starts here!DREAMS COME TRUE		A cheer song for an ekiden theme
18	MiracleGReeeeN		Get fired up with the ROOKIES drama theme song
19	Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā		A song of courage to pursue one’s true self and move toward hope
20	Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE Aonatsu theme song sports day BGM
21	from hereSixTONES		SixTONES' “Kokkara” is a big hit.
22	Go for it!!Urufuruzu		Ulfuls' classic sports day song
23	AoiSakanakushon		Sakanaction, sports theme song
24	Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu		An anthem by Macaroni Empitsu that portrays the fleeting nature of youth
25	NonfictionsDa-iCE		A song by Da-iCE that powerfully supports youth
26	A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouHIPPY		Encouragement and Cheer Song of HIPPY
27	Live in the present.Saucy Dog		Saucy Dog’s High School Soccer Cheering Song
28	Dear, boyHump Back		An anthem by Hump Back that gives you the courage to chase your dreams
29	ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s Sports Day Cheer Song
30	MagicMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s summer cheer song
31	-ness; typicality; the quality/essence of being [X] (as in “X-ness” or “X-like character”)Ofisharu Higedan Dism		A bearded man conveys the 100-meter dash through a sense of speed
32	ikigai (a reason for living; the thing that gives one’s life meaning and purpose)SUPER BEAVER		SUPER BEAVER's Olympic support song
33	STARSSnow Man		Snow Man releases theme song for the Winter Olympics
34	The blue one.go!go!vanillas		A rock song that portrays the driving force to move forward
35	Runtimelesz		A high-velocity rock song by timelesz
36	Run!Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto		Cheering song of Momoiro Clover Z
37	R.Y.U.S.E.ISandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu		3rd Generation JSB’s Dream and Bonds-Themed EDM
38	BRAVEarashi		Arashi’s rugby cheer song, a powerful rock tune
39	TouchInaba Hiroshi		An athletic meet cheer song passionately sung by Hiroshi Inaba
40	GloriousBE:FIRST		BE:FIRST’s cheering song used for the All Japan High School Soccer Championship
41	Do Your Best! ~Toward the Dream~erica		A positive cheer song that turns frustration into joy
42	horizonback number		A back number song that praises hard workers
43	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A popular Koshien-themed cheer song that inspires hardworking high school baseball players.
44	Gate of GloryHirai Dai		Cheering on effort and courage with the sports day fight song “The Door of Glory”
45	Philosophy[Alexandros]		Dross’s songs empathize with the struggles of young people.
46	GiftsSuperfly		An uplifting song that conveys the importance of living true to yourself
47	It’s okay.BLUE ENCOUNT		A positive cheer song that lifts your spirits
48	peace signYonezu Kenshi		Challenge and growth, moving forward by overcoming failure
49	Happinessarashi		Arashi’s cheer song, perfect for sports day
50	rainbowAqua Timez		A popular cheer song by Aqua Timez
51	Footsteps ~Be StrongMr.Children		An inspirational song used as a TV drama’s theme is a self-produced track.
52	Kitearashi		Lyrics and music by Kenshi Yonezu. A dream-support cheer song sung by Arashi.
53	Fly Highmilet		milet "Fly High" suitable for a sports day
54	ApollodorusMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s cheer song
55	A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki		A fast-paced rock song that established Masaki Suda as a singer
56	SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke		Keisuke Kuwata’s futuristic and warm theme song
57	migratory bird[Alexandros]		The sports day is livened up by migratory birds
58	Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK movie theme song
59	If you laugh at the skywacci		Wacci’s moving song, a track that gives you strength to pursue your dreams
60	ROOFTOPS feat. Satoshi Fujiwara (Official HIGE DANDism)KERENMI		A dramatic song for a sports day by KERENMI and Satoshi Fujiwara
61	HeroAmuro Namie		Olympic theme song suitable for a school sports day
62	SignalWANIMA		WANIMA’s cheer song lightens my heart
63	BON VOYAGEBON BON BLANCO		Popular theme song(s) of ONE PIECE
64	Don’t give upZARD		ZARD’s encouraging cheer song
65	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		A Fight Song for Doing the Impossible
66	Nostalgic FutureKamishiraishi Mone		Mone Kamishiraishi’s cheer song “Natsukashii Mirai” (Nostalgic Future)
67	As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE		A song of courage that rises again and again
68	A bouquet for meAdo		Ado’s new song: a message of self-affirmation and courage
69	HIGH FIVETakahashi Yuu		HIGH FIVE, a cheer song for class unity at the sports festival
70	O flowers now in full bloom,Kobukuro		An inspiring, hope-filled song by Kobukuro
71	Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi		Our Tomorrow Is a Cheer Song
72	Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)Takahashi Yuu		An inspiring song themed around Yu Takahashi’s smile
73	Helloyama × bocchiboromaru		Cheering Song by yama and Bocchi Boromaru
74	The wind is blowing.ikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari's sports day theme song
75	Fanfaresumika		The freshness of youth and the effort put into the school sports festival
76	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s smash hit that gives you courage
77	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new song wins the grand prize
78	BeautifulSuperfly		A song to encourage the children at the sports day closing ceremony
79	PLAYERSYOASOBI		Turning game memories into music with YOASOBI's new song
80	No.1DISH//		Cheering on youth with DISH//'s fight song
81	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		A moving song that portrays a coming-of-age drama at a school sports festival
82	hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake		Omoinotake’s “Ikuoku Kounen” is recommended for the sports day closing ceremony.
83	lightly; nimbly; flutteringlyGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s sports day cheer song
84	Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster		Students’ Effort and Growth Toward the Sports Day
85	One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		A youth-empowerment song. A track that cheers on the new school term.
86	Grand Escape feat. Toko MiuraRADWIMPS		The moving theme song of Weathering with You, a masterpiece by RADWIMPS
87	HeroYOASOBI		Frieren opening theme, a passionate song by YOASOBI
88	ultramarineYOASOBI		Expressing the passion and dreams of youth with blue light
89	Opening DeclarationNovelbright		A passionate message song that cheers on young people pursuing their dreams
90	To Those Who Know the Blue of the Skyaimyon		Aimyon sings with the themes of youth and love.
91	On Your SideSuperfly		Superfly's gentle, soothing masterpiece
92	winding roadNovelbright		A coming-of-age anthem that cheers on the journey from boyhood to adulthood
93	Soldier, run.B’z		Hyo Hashiru is a song that inspires the courage to take on challenges.
94	Map of the HeartBOYSTYLE		The seafaring theme song of One Piece
95	So take a step forwardHi-Fi CAMP		A positive, cheering song by Hi-Fi CAMP
96	Walking with youNovelbright		Novelbright’s youth song
97	OH!SHISHAMO		SHISHAMO’s youth cheer song
98	We are!kitadani hiroshi		We Are is an inspiring song full of adventure
99	About meMrs. GREEN APPLE		An inspiring song that colors the memories of the sports day
100	flash[Alexandros]		The powerful rock of [Alexandros], a song of growth and challenge
101	To the LightZa Beibīsutāzu		Introduction to rock songs for sports day
102	Clap your handsNICO Touches the Walls		A bright signature song by NICO Touches the Walls
103	Hello, KagerouGReeeeN		A cheering song for people giving their all at the sports festival
104	SING ALONE GOODammo		A song that portrays a heart moving forward toward its goal
105	Connect!Misaka Saki		The support song for the All Japan High School Soccer Championship will be sung by Saki Misaka for the first time.
106	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		An anthem that embraces the anxieties of youth, helping you find your true self.
107	Soul RevolutionSuperfly		A fiery cheer song to energize the sports festival!
108	My friend — now and forever…Ketsumeishi		Ketsumeishi's friendship number
109	AgainWANIMA		A song of courage to overcome setbacks and move forward
110	weedberii guddoman		Powerful music that supports your challenge toward your dreams
111	Main Theme from the film “Chariots of Fire”Vangelis		Celebrate the victory at the sports festival with the Chariots of Fire theme
112	FRIENDS!!!imase		A youth song that sings of the bonds of friendship
113	paper airplanesuis from Yorushika × Evan Call		A song that captures the emotions of youth, with a melody that resonates in the heart.
114	BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi		An anthem of encouragement depicting the challenges of young people striving toward their dreams
115	AcaciaBUMP OF CHICKEN		A heartwarming anthem of support that sings of friendship and hope
116	proofflumpool		Be moved and find courage with flumpool’s “Proof”
117	superstarKetsumeishi		The importance of letting hidden talents shine
118	Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK		Encouraging songs by ONE OK ROCK
119	RunLittle Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster new cheer song
120	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		An inspiring classic by SMAP
121	The Zero Sense10-FEET		Rock that sings of passion for basketball
122	Extraordinary day&TEAM		Marathon theme song, cheering on the challenge
123	Ten Thousand Cheers, A Thousand ChantsRADWIMPS		A famous RADWIMPS song that portrays the dreams and hopes of young people
124	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		SEKAI NO OWARI “RPG” is perfect for a sports day closing ceremony
125	Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy		A strong determination to pursue a dream, inspired by a song of memories
126	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		An anthem that gives you the courage to move forward
127	Outlineimase		A powerful high school soccer fight song about challenge and growth
128	one’s true feelingssumika		High school soccer fight song depicting the bonds of teammates and moving forward
129	A victorious smile with youUkasukaji		A youthful song that sings of bonds with friends and the courage to take on challenges
130	companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi		Deepen the bonds of the sports day with Ketsumeishi's “Nakama”
131	Horse and deerYonezu Kenshi		Cheer on the sports day with Kenshi Yonezu’s heartwarming song
132	far; distant; by farGReeeeN		Color the sports day with GReeeeN’s “Haruka”
133	Our Starting LineHIPPY		A national high school championship cheer song created with HIPPY and high school students
134	VertigoMAN WITH A MISSION		A warning to society and the suffering of the people
135	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
136	Stand Out Fit InONE OK ROCK		A powerful song that stays true to oneself
137	The BeginningONE OK ROCK		A powerful song that brings courage and inspiration
138	We areONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK's fight song
139	CathartistRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS's powerful cheering song, a challenge toward dreams
140	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		A cheering song born from the passion of Kawasaki Frontale
141	SpecialSUPER BEAVER		Special Sports Day Hype Song
142	existenceWANIMA		A moving song filled with gratitude and love for my family
143	Song Not to Forgetmakaroni enpitsu		A powerful song that sings of youthful struggles and hope
144	BetelgeuseYuuri		An inspiring song with a starry-sky motif
145	Music Collection for Sports Day: Go Go GoZama Yoshihiro		A collection of powerful songs perfect for sports day
146	Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala		An anthem that supports those facing setbacks and loneliness
147	Critical HitRADWIMPS		A powerful rock piece that portrays the emotions of wavering over life choices
148	earnest desireSUPER BEAVER		A famous song by SUPER BEAVER that sings about the importance of human relationships
149	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A coming-of-age rock song by Road of Major
150	ultra soulB’z		Liven up the sports day with B’z’s “ultra soul.”
151	swallowYOASOBI with Midorīzu		YOASOBI × Midories' SDGs Support Song
152	GUTS !arashi		Arashi songs that give you energy at a sports festival
153	Mighty Long FallONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK's movie theme song
154	I am the strongest.Ado		The powerful in-film song from the movie One Piece
155	Zankyo SankaAimer		A powerful message about overcoming the past and moving toward the future
156	Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA		Opening theme song of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, courage and indomitable spirit
157	Rocky Themebirukonti		Rocky's theme song Effort and Growth
158	threadNakajima Miyuki		A moving sports day closing ceremony with Miyuki Nakajima’s “Ito”
159	At any timeMakihara Noriyuki		Listening to 'Donna Toki mo' after the sports day
160	Runnerbakufū suranpu		A moving celebration of friendship nurtured through sports day music
161	Mela!Ryokushokushakai		A youth anthem of courage and hope, giving your heart a gentle push
162	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		An anthem of support that gives you the courage to keep moving forward without giving up
163	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		A signature song that celebrates the power and spirit of youthful challenge
164	BelieveFolder5		Introduction to the One Piece theme song 'Believe'
165	WINDKōda Kumi		Kumi Koda’s “WIND” is a cheer song
166	SaraiKayama Yūzō & Tanimura Shinji		Singing “Sarai” together toward the end of the sports day would be moving.
167	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		Introduction to Mayo Okamoto’s classic song TOMORROW
168	StoryAI		AI’s signature song “Story,” an inspiring, encouraging ballad