[2026] For cherished memories: A roundup of hype cheer songs for cultural and school festivals
At school festivals, there are exhibits, food stalls, various events, and stage performances, right?
At some schools, they even choose a theme song each year to make the festival even more exciting.
Do you ever find it hard to decide which songs to pick for the different moments?
In this article, we’ll spotlight cheer songs that fit perfectly with school festivals.
While many people associate them with sports, there are also songs that cheer you on in life and tracks that capture that perfect youthful vibe for a school festival—so use this as a reference!
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[2026] For your cherished memories: A roundup of hype support songs for cultural and school festivals (71–80)
hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake
A love song titled after the astronomical unit “light-year,” marked by a catchy melody and bittersweet lyrics.
It expresses unwavering feelings that transcend time and distance through Omoinotake’s groovy sound and Reo Fujii’s expansive vocals.
Released in February 2024 as the theme song for the TBS Tuesday drama “Eye Love You,” the track became a massive hit, surpassing 100 million streams.
It was also selected as the entrance march for the 97th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament and included on the album “Pieces,” making it a signature song for the band.
With its mid-tempo, approachable melody line and invigorating arrangement unique to a full band, it’s an ideal choice to perform at school culture festivals and campus band shows.
Ten Thousand Cheers, A Thousand ChantsRADWIMPS
This is a song by RADWIMPS created together with a thousand 18-year-olds for a special NHK program.
It carefully depicts, like a single story, the dreams and anxieties of young people and their forward-looking steps into the future, resulting in an energetic, stirring anthem of encouragement.
Included on the album ANTI ANTI GENERATION, it became a much-talked-about gem in 2018.
Born from the passionate feelings of the youth involved, the piece was also performed on RADWIMPS’ nationwide ANTI ANTI GENERATION TOUR 2019.
As a song that colors energetic scenes where large groups move as one—like at sports festivals or group gymnastics—it naturally envelops the venue in a positive atmosphere.
Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO
Many people are probably looking for girls’ band songs that get the crowd going at school festivals.
For you, I recommend SHISHAMO’s “Ashita mo” (“Tomorrow, Too”).
Its bright, refreshing sound is perfect for a school festival and seems to fit any scene.
It’s great not only as background music for dance performances, but also for a band stage where the brass band and the light music club collaborate.
ImaginationSPYAIR
At a lively, high-energy school festival, the upbeat anthem that ignites the audience is “Imagination.” Its bright, powerful melody is perfect for unleashing energy across all kinds of performances, stirring passion in everyone who listens.
With catchy riffs and relatable lyrics, it has everything you need to color a day you’ll never forget.
Let this song, which lifts students’ spirits, help you enjoy the best day to the fullest.
Whether it’s a band performance that brings power to the stage or a dance routine at a culture or school festival, “Imagination” is highly recommended.
I’ll call your name.SUPER BEAVER
“Namae o Yobu yo” is also well-loved as the theme song for the film Tokyo Revengers.
It’s an original track written by the rock band SUPER BEAVER, inspired by the movie’s story.
The song portrays the joy of meeting friends and delves deeper into what friendship truly means.
Listen while paying attention to the answer it offers.
Combined with vocalist Ryota Shibuya’s passionate delivery, it’s sure to stir your emotions.
As an intense rock song, it’s also perfect for times when you want to raise your energy.
Live in the present.Saucy Dog
Saucy Dog’s “Live in the Present” is a song about friends who have worked hard together and encouraged one another.
Released in 2022 as their 15th digital single, it was written as the theme song for the 101st All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
Set to a powerful rock sound, it expresses the strength to confidently stand by the belief that “what we’ve done is not wrong.” With a minimal band setup of guitar/vocals, bass, and drums, it’s also a great choice to include in a setlist for a school or campus festival performance!
THE BALLERSSixTONES
A high-energy cheer song that brilliantly fuses the heat of youth with the dynamism of sports! A track included on the album “GOLD,” released in January 2025, has been chosen as the official theme song for the B.League basketball 2024–25 season.
As SixTONES’ first sports song, it strikingly portrays overcoming adversity and fighting with all your might as a team toward a shared goal.
The spirit of never giving up and the hunger for victory resonate alongside an exhilarating, upbeat sound.
Also recommended as BGM for school festivals and for dance performances!