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

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SIGNAL

With its energetic intro, WANIMA’s “Signal” is a perfect song for livening up a sports day! The chorus melody is easy to remember, and the powerful lyrics will make it the highlight of the event.

It would be great to incorporate expressive elements into dance or mass performances! When everyone comes together as one and dances earnestly, it moves and inspires the audience.

It’s recommended for around third grade and up, so be sure to give it a try.

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[Alexandros] – Flash (MV) Theme Song of Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash

With its powerful guitar riffs and energetic performance that stir the soul, this is an epic rock number by [Alexandros].

The lyrics portray a resolve to spread one’s wings into a new world after overcoming conflicts such as loneliness and fear experienced during growth, and they’re sure to encourage anyone standing at a crossroads in life.

Released in May 2021, the song was chosen as the theme for the film Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway and captivated many listeners with its metallic sound.

Its exhilarating, fast-paced groove is perfect for a school sports day relay, igniting the fierce competitive spirit of the racers and making the moments they dash across the field even more memorable.

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ano “Chu, Diversity.” Music Video

This is an aggressive track by ano, marked by dynamic vocals and an energetic sound.

It features a powerful beat that makes you want to move and carries a message about valuing your true self.

Released in November 2022, the song was used as the ending theme for Episode 7 of the anime Chainsaw Man, captivating many fans.

In March 2023, a performance video on the music program THE FIRST TAKE was also released, sparking new buzz.

It’s the perfect song for anyone who wants to embrace their individuality without fearing being different.

Dance your heart out with friends at a school sports festival, and you’re sure to make amazing memories.

FRIENDS!!!imase

【imase】FRIENDS!!!（MV）

This song features a groovy rhythm and catchy pop melodies, gently singing about the beauty of friendship.

It delicately portrays various facets of friendship—from intimate bonds where a single glance says it all, to the awkwardness of a reunion after a long time apart.

It carefully expresses the importance of a bond that doesn’t change with time, and the joy of returning to a carefree connection like the old days.

Created in February 2025, the piece was written by imase as the theme song for “Everyone’s Concert,” a collaboration project between the live communication app Pococha and Yamaha Corporation.

It’s a perfect fit for capturing the feelings of friends who deepen their bonds through practice and competitions at school events like sports days and athletic festivals.

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suis from Yorushika × Evan Call “Paper Airplane” [Theme song for the anime ‘Dragonite and the Mailman’]

A heartwarming story of friendship woven from a grand orchestral sound and a crystal-clear singing voice.

This collaborative work by Yorushika’s suis and Evan Call paints a youthful page perfect for sports festival season.

Released in February 2025, it explores human connection through letters and words, skillfully interweaving depictions of nature to deliver a warm, resonant message.

Chosen as the theme song for the animated short “Dragonite and the Mail Carrier,” produced in celebration of Pokémon Day 2025, it gently speaks to the importance of delivering one’s feelings.

It’s a recommended track for those looking to deepen bonds with teammates at school sports days or to express their true feelings with sincerity.

Helloyama × bocchiboromaru

yama × Bocchi Boromaru “Hello” MV (TV anime “Pokémon” opening theme)

A heartwarming collaborative piece by yama and Bocchi Boromaru, brimming with positive energy as a rousing anthem.

It carries a message that awakens hope for the future and a spirit of adventure, with a simple yet powerful melody that resonates deeply.

The song is approachable for a wide audience and was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Pokémon starting in October 2023.

In December 2023, it was released on CD in two formats: a standard edition and a limited-time production edition.

As a positive track that makes you want to sing along with someone, it’s perfect for cheering at sports days and athletic festivals.

Raise your voices together with friends under the blue sky, and it will surely become a wonderful memory.

Sparkly Kingdom on the Cloudsshimajirou

[Dance for Sports Day that toddlers can do too] On the Shining Kingdom’s Clouds 🌈 [Kindergarten, Nursery School, Recital]

With its bright, bouncy melody and captivating vocals, this song instantly captures children’s hearts.

Set in a mysterious world above the clouds, it’s packed with dreams and excitement, making any sports day dance program even more delightful.

It’s the theme song for the film “Shimajiro and the Prince of the Twinkling Kingdom,” released in March 2022, and it’s brimming with Shimajiro’s charming worldview.

The easy-to-learn choreography and upbeat, positive message resonate with children and energize the event.

The simple dance moves are designed so everyone can join in together.

It’s an exceptionally wonderful track that adds extra sparkle to the atmosphere of sports day.