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

TouchNEW!Inaba Hiroshi

Koshi Inaba / Touch

A beloved, nationally famous anime song reborn with fiery rock vocals that unveil a new allure.

The original was a smash-hit single released in March 1985, but this version is a cover unveiled in March 2026 as an official cheer song for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

The vocalist is Koshi Inaba of B’z, who also pursues solo work such as the album “Tadamono.” While preserving the original’s youthful thrill, his powerful voice brilliantly conveys the surge of excitement that comes with taking on a challenge.

Perfect for events like heated relays or tug-of-war—any competition where teamwork drives the quest for victory! A highly recommended track that can fire up an entire venue across generations.

Double Double FIGHT!NEW!CANDY TUNE

[MV] CANDY TUNE “Bai Bai FIGHT!”

This is a lively, feel-good cheer song sung by CANDY TUNE, released as a digital-only single in April 2024.

Lyrics and composition are by Tamaya 2060%, and its appeal lies in the up-tempo rhythm and powerful melody.

As the title suggests, it portrays a positive attitude of facing challenges with double the energy, giving listeners courage and a boost.

The track went viral on TikTok, and the music video released in 2025 also drew a huge response.

The catchy dance, where performers line up in a row and pop out to the left and right, is perfect for school sports days and recreational events.

It’s an energetic pop tune brimming with power that you can enjoy while calling out to your friends and getting fired up together.

I love you explosivelyNEW!M!LK

M!LK – Explosively, I Love You (Official Music Video)

An ultra-positive, high-energy love song that affirms all kinds of love on a cosmic scale.

With an addictive melody and the members’ overwhelming passion, it’s brimming with a pull that sweeps listeners right in.

This work was released in February 2026 as the title track of M!LK’s first double A-side single since their major-label debut.

The music video sparked huge buzz, surpassing 10 million views in just one week after its release.

Its hilariously over-the-top, glamorous world is perfect for the special stage of a school sports day.

The upbeat, catchy tempo makes it ideal as background music for sprints or dances, sure to fill the entire venue with a bright, lively atmosphere.

-ness; typicality; the quality/essence of being [X] (as in “X-ness” or “X-like character”)NEW!Ofisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Rashisa [Official Video]

A powerful message song that questions what it means to be yourself, depicting the will to move forward despite doubts and inner conflict.

With its exhilarating, fast-paced band sound, this track was released in August 2025 and gained attention as the theme song for the feature-length anime “Hyakue-mu,” which premiered in September of the same year.

Created by Satoshi Fujihara of Official HIGE DANDism as he confronted his own identity, the piece gives listeners a strong push forward.

Extremely high-tempo and bursting with a sense of racing from start to finish, it’s perfect as BGM for school sports day sprints and relays—sure to amp up any fast-paced event.

Let’s dance!NEW!Snow Man

Snow Man “Odoroze!” Dance Practice

Snow Man is a male idol group that showcases a wide range of activities, wielding compelling physical expression and formation dance as their strengths.

This song—one of the title tracks from their single “BANG!! / SAVE YOUR HEART / Odorouze!” released in April 2026—was released digitally ahead of time in February 2026.

It was selected as the theme song for the film “Specials,” which marks Daisuke Sakuma’s first solo starring role.

The track carries a positive message of laughing off everyday fatigue and anxieties and moving forward together by dancing.

Its irresistibly upbeat party tune is perfect for moments like school sports-day races or dances when you want to unite with friends and get hyped together.

HontoNEW!sumika

sumika / Honto【Music Video】

This is a track by sumika, a band known for their bright, poppy, and refreshing sound.

Its theme is wonderful—gently affirming emotions and singing positively about the importance of taking a little extra care—and it fills listeners with excitement.

The song was written as the theme for the Doraemon movie set to be released in February 2026, and it’s also used as the ending theme for the TV anime.

It carries a warm memory from vocalist Kenta Kataoka, who watched one of the older films with his mother when he was in elementary school.

The high-brightness pop-rock melody gives a strong forward-driving momentum.

It’s a perfect track for heated sports day situations like sprints and relays, where everyone is striving hard to reach the finish line.

That’s good too.NEW!kocchi no kento

That's good too / MV by Kocchi no Kento

A bright, powerful, march-style melody that’s perfect for starting the day—this is a track by Kocchino Kento.

It carries a gentle message of embracing diversity and affirming both yourself and others.

Released in May 2025, the song was specially written as the ending theme for the NHK E-TV program “The Wakey Show.” It’s also included on the EP “Kekka All Right EP,” released in June of the same year.

Its march-like feel makes it ideal as BGM for entrance marches or sprints at school sports days.

There’s even choreography that incorporates sign language, so it’s great for getting everyone dancing and hyped.

A single song that will wrap the entire venue in a warm atmosphere.