[March, Foot Races, Dance] Energetic songs and the latest hits to liven up a sports day

OtonokeCreepy Nuts

Creepy Nuts – Otonoke [Official MV] [Dandadan Opening]

The opening theme of the TV anime Dandadan captivates listeners with beats that get under your skin and intelligent wordplay.

Its world built around the theme of the occult blends perfectly with a high-velocity sound, expressing—through an occult lens—the way music seizes the human heart.

The unique atmosphere, where eeriness and dynamism coexist, further accentuates the anime’s worldview.

This track is perfect for moments when you want to boost your spirits or take on a new challenge.

With Creepy Nuts’ signature powerful sound, it’s sure to energize events like sports days and athletic festivals.

It starts here!DREAMS COME TRUE

DREAMS COME TRUE “It Starts Here!”

Brimming with dynamic rhythm and a powerful melody, this track serves as a heartwarming anthem that, while a theme song for an ekiden relay race, also celebrates life’s challenges, hard work, and those taking a bold new step forward.

DREAMS COME TRUE fuse ’80s disco sounds with Latin grooves into a lively arrangement that gently pushes listeners onward.

The song was released digitally ahead of time in January 2025 and was later included as a single in March of the same year as the theme song for the “ACN EXPO EKIDEN 2025 Commemorating the Osaka-Kansai Expo.” It’s a buoyant tune that, when played during practice for school sports days or athletic festivals, naturally sparks a sense of camaraderie with teammates and a renewed determination to reach your goals.

SPECIALZKing Gnu

King Gnu – SPECIALZ

A powerful track bursting with a sense of speed and energetic sound, carrying the message: “Live passionately, in your own way.” The lyrics impressively celebrate a go-all-out attitude in the present and the bonds with companions who walk together through the labyrinth of life.

Released by King Gnu in September 2023, it was chosen as the opening theme for the MBS/TBS anime Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2: Shibuya Incident.

It sparked major buzz both in Japan and abroad, surpassing 100 million streams in just 12 weeks after release.

It’s a motivational song that gives you a push when you want to give it your all.

When you’re competing with your teammates at a sports day or athletic festival, why not share its message and aim for the top together?

Freak It! ft. Tokyo Ska Paradise OrchestraMAN WITH A MISSION

MAN WITH A MISSION – Freak It! ft. Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra

It’s a lively track that blends a high-velocity rock sound with ska elements.

Created through a collaboration between MAN WITH A MISSION and Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra in February 2018, the song expresses a burning fighting spirit and a will to charge into the future.

Its party-ready, fiery sound and powerful message encouraging free, unrestrained ideas and actions make a strong impression.

Chosen as the official theme song for Super Rugby’s Sunwolves and included on the album “Chasing the Horizon,” this piece has captivated many as a go-to track to energize sports scenes, parties, and of course, school sports day relays.

Opening DeclarationNovelbright

Novelbright – Opening Declaration [Official Music Video]

An encouraging song that helps you take a step toward your dreams and hopes was born in April 2021 from the major 1st album “Kaimaku Sengen.” With a bright, powerful melody and a passionate spirit like the sun shining in the wide sky, this work is a fervent message song crafted by Novelbright.

In 2022, it was selected as the theme song for Nippon TV’s nationwide high school dance club support project, “Dance ONE Project ’22” on the program Sukkiri, powerfully backing the challenging spirit of young people.

It’s a song that gently pushes the backs of everyone uniting their hearts—whether for field day events, sports festivals, or cheer battles.

Stand Out Fit InONE OK ROCK

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

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.

Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK

Kimisidai Train

This ambitious work by ONE OK ROCK is marked by powerful vocals and a fast-paced, exhilarating sound.

Interweaving English and Japanese lyrics, it expresses a determination to move forward—believing in one’s own potential and drawing strength from past experiences.

The members’ passionate performance blends perfectly with a message that pushes listeners onward.

Included on the album “Zankyo Reference,” released in October 2011, it’s cherished as a staple in live shows that fosters a strong sense of unity with fans.

More than just a boost during sports day practices, this song serves as a source of support when standing at life’s crossroads or taking a new step forward.