Recommended exit songs for a sports day: a curated selection that perfectly suits a brisk, running exit!

BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – BOW AND ARROW

The exhilarating melody and powerful drum patterns brilliantly capture the sensation of sprinting forward.

Crafted by Kenshi Yonezu, this piece portrays the courage and passion of taking on figure skating through the metaphor of a bow and arrow.

It vividly depicts both the challenger striving to surpass themselves and the bonds with those who support them, achieving a fine balance between the allure of sports and human drama.

Released in January 2025, it was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime “Medalist.” Yonezu, a fan of the original work, personally requested to create the anime’s theme song—a background that is reflected in the work’s high level of polish.

From brisk exit scenes to dynamic performances at school sports days, the song’s tone complements the powerful movements of children and stands out as one of its key charms.

FRIENDS!!!imase

【imase】FRIENDS!!!（MV）

In February 2025, imase crafted a new-generation pop song distinguished by its groovy rhythm and rich blend of instruments.

Centered on the importance of friendship and the depth of bonds, the piece was produced as the theme song for “Everyone’s Concert,” a collaboration project between the live communication app Pococha and Yamaha Corporation.

Gently expressing the awkward distance with friends you haven’t seen in a while and the enduring beauty of friendship that doesn’t change with time, it’s a perfect fit to close out a school sports day.

A special movie featuring a collaboration with over 120 performers was also created, hinting at the formation of new communities through music.

It’s a track you can enjoy while picturing the brisk exit scene, walking side by side with friends whose bonds have grown stronger, all to a comfortably soothing melody.

absolute zeronatori

TV anime “WIND BREAKER” non-credit opening video ‘Absolute Zero’ by Natori | On Air 2024.04.04

A powerful track by Natori, known for their distinctive vocal style, which was also chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime WIND BREAKER.

It’s a classic brimming with courage and hope, portraying a strong will to face adversity set to a rhythmic and bold sound.

This piece features a driving, fast-paced beat that makes it perfect for brisk exit scenes.

You can easily picture children leaving energetically and cheerfully at events like school sports days.

Soldier, run.B’z

B’z Live from AVACO STUDIO “Soldiers, Run”

B’z’s “Tsuwa-mono, Hashiru” (“Warriors, Run”) captured many hearts, inspiring the courage to keep challenging yourself without giving up.

Many people probably remember it as the support song for Japan’s national rugby team.

You might instinctively read the title’s kanji 兵 as “hei,” but the correct reading here is actually “tsuwamono”! Reportedly, when Koshi Inaba was writing the lyrics and thought of the word “tsuwamono,” he typed it into his smartphone and happened to find this kanji via predictive conversion.

The character 兵 can also mean “a brave, strong person,” making it a perfect fit for children giving their all at a school sports day.

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Live in the present.Saucy Dog

Saucy Dog “Live in the present.” Music Video

Saucy Dog is a three-piece rock band attracting attention for their down-to-earth lyrical world and a husky high-tone voice that heightens the sense of poignancy.

Their 15th major digital single, “I Will Live in the Present,” selected as the official support song for the 101st All Japan High School Soccer Championship jointly produced by 43 commercial broadcasters, features a driving rock ensemble and a chorus with an emotional melody that truly stirs the heart.

Its message—that what you build yourself becomes your future—naturally connects with the image of giving your all at a school sports day.

It’s a refreshing, upbeat tune you’ll want to hear as you exit the field, leaving without regret.

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A victorious smile with youUkasukaji

Ukasukazy “A Victorious Smile With You” Music Video

This track is packed with the appeal of a fiery cheer song that amps up any sports day scene.

Its exhilarating sound fusing J-pop and hip-hop, along with its message of encouragement for those who take on challenges, really resonates.

Released in May 2014 as a digital-only single by Ukasuka-G, it also served as the lead single for the album “AMIGO,” released in June of the same year, and was adopted as an official cheer song for the Japan national soccer team.

The song has been featured in numerous tie-ins, including Kirin’s “Nihonjuu ga Kata o Kumu” commercial and Mizuho Financial Group’s “ONE MIZUHO Power of Blue” commercial.

It’s recommended not only for exit scenes at school sports days, but for a wide range of moments that call for passion and energy, such as sporting events and competitions.

Song Not to Forgetmakaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Enpitsu 'Wasurena Uta' MV

A masterpiece of youthful pop-rock with a universal message.

Released by Macaroni Enpitsu in April 2024, this song powerfully sings about the daily lives of young people who shine as they overcome setbacks and failures.

It portrays the struggles of chasing dreams and the strength to rise above them, delivering an impact that resonates from the very first listen.

Created as the ending theme for the anime “Oblivion Battery,” it brilliantly captures the show’s worldview through music.

Also included on the EP “Bokura no Namida nara Sora ni Umeyou,” it has garnered support from a wide audience, not just anime fans.

With a strong rhythm and melody that work well even for group gymnastics at school sports festivals, it’s a perfect track for creating a sense of unity among large groups.