Wonderful sports day / athletic festival

From classics to fan favorites! A catalog of music and BGM to liven up your sports day

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Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music, Faculty of Music (now: Department of Music Culture and Education, Early Childhood Music Education major). In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a game researcher. After graduating from university, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 10 years and as an after-school childcare instructor for 7 years, then took a position as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I engaged in activities that introduced Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational activities, working with many children. Later, through freelance writing, planning, and editing at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and sharing. Drawing on the perspective cultivated in the field of education and my experience as an editor, I provide practical information with an emphasis on both input and output, mainly in areas related to music and children. My hobbies include instruments, singing, handicrafts, toys, drawing, traditional games, the outdoors, and books. My special skill is spinning-top tricks.
Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

Many people struggle with choosing songs for sports day, don’t they?

Here, we introduce perfect tracks for each scene—from classic staples ideal for sports day to upbeat J-pop and Western hits that get everyone excited!

Well-known songs can hype up the crowd, but using the same ones every year can get old…

We’ve curated a selection of tracks to solve that problem.

You’ll find refreshing tunes that make you want to start running and motivational anthems that give you courage.

Use this article as a guide to make your sports day even more fun and exciting!

Disney Songs (11–20)

Real Gonekāzu

Real Gone (from Cars)

Real Gonekāzu

One of the charms of Disney movies is anthropomorphism.

Snowmen talk, and cars and airplanes have human-like personalities—there are all sorts of elements that spark children’s imagination and curiosity.

The film Cars is like that too.

It’s not just a simple good-versus-evil story; friendship and love run deep beneath it all.

Sheryl Crow’s song “Real Gone” pairs perfectly with a cool dance.

It’s also a great BGM choice for school sports days during sprints or relays.

The Cars soundtrack is packed with tracks you can use, including songs by Chuck Berry and Rascal Flatts.

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It’s a sweets-ful time!Tokyo Dizunīrando

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It’s a sweets-ful time!Tokyo Dizunīrando

This is a lively dance track starring Vanellope, a character from the movie Wreck-It Ralph.

As a song themed around a world of sweets, both the music and costumes are colorful and cute.

The dancers are dressed in candy- and cake-inspired outfits, creating a fun atmosphere just by looking.

If you include it in recreational activities or a school sports day program, it’s sure to send kids’ excitement soaring.

Many of the choreographed moves are light and in sync with the rhythm, making them easy to learn.

Since there’s also a narrative element in the background, adding creative touches to the costumes and staging will produce a cohesive, unified performance.

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The Villains’ Halloween “Into the Frenzy”Tokyo Dizunīrando

The Villains Halloween “Into the Frenzy” — Mainly Featuring Dancers — 2024/9/30

The Villains’ Halloween “Into the Frenzy”Tokyo Dizunīrando

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This dance number is themed around Disney villains and is perfect for Halloween events.

The charm lies in fully embodying a villain to enjoy a different vibe than usual.

The choreography, which suits fierce expressions and slightly exaggerated gestures, is sure to draw the audience’s attention.

Costumes in black or purple will enhance the mood and heighten the Halloween spirit.

Dancing in unison as a group adds impact, spreading thrills and fun throughout the venue.

Included as a centerpiece for a school sports day or recreational event, it’s a piece that lets both adults and children step into an extraordinary world.

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Koo Lu LeeTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu

Koo-Loo-Lee 🤖🤍 From Baymax's Happy Ride [Original Choreography] Let's dance together!

Koo Lu LeeTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu

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This is a lively, friendly dance track used for the Baymax’s Happy Ride attraction at Tokyo Disneyland.

It’s a song that lets you feel the fun of moving your body to the rhythm, featuring original choreography that uses both hands and feet.

Kids can pick it up quickly, making it perfect for school sports days and recreational dances.

Just like the attraction, it brings out energetic movements and smiles, brightening the atmosphere across the venue.

It’s also easy to add your own arrangements, encouraging creativity from each team—another big draw.

The content is easy to incorporate into recitals as well.

Highly recommended as a dance track that both performers and spectators can enjoy together.

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B A Y M A XTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu

[High-quality audio and video] Big Brother Baymax Edition — Tokyo Disneyland The Happy Ride with Baymax (B-A-Y-M-A-X)

B A Y M A XTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu

This is an upbeat dance song used in the Baymax’s Happy Ride attraction at Tokyo Disneyland.

With the name “Baymax” sung to the rhythm, the song features a lively, friendly melody.

The choreography is very simple—just moving your arms up and down is enough to have fun—so anyone from kids to adults can join in easily.

Dancing in a group naturally brings out smiles and fills the venue with a cheerful atmosphere.

It’s also recommended as a crowd-pleaser for school sports days and community events.

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Western music BGM (11–20)

Up to now, the songs we’ve introduced have mainly been J-pop, but the last ones are Western music BGM! Western tracks are perfect for creating a stylish or cool vibe.

We’ll cover everything from popular songs you often hear to timeless classics, so feel free to use them not only as competition BGM but also during lunch breaks or between events! Reference article: [Latest & Classic] Recommended Western Music BGM for Sports Day & Athletic Festivals [2026]