Dance music that hypes up school festivals and cultural festivals
Introducing recommended dance music for school cultural festivals! At cultural festivals, many people want to perform dance routines on stage, right? There are also those who want to choose exciting songs as BGM for booths and stalls.
In this article, we’ve gathered trending Japanese dance tracks, so if you’re looking for songs for your cultural or school festival, be sure to check them out! You can also see the choreography for the dances, so use it as a reference!
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Dance music that gets the crowd going at school festivals (11–20)
Good Vibes Only feat. JP THE WAVY, EXILE SHOKICHISALU
An irresistibly groovy rap track from SALU, a rapper from Hokkaido! On this song, he collaborates with fellow rapper JP THE WAVY and EXILE’s SHOKICHI.
Stylish melodies paired with slick verses from the two rappers, plus SHOKICHI’s soft, harmonizing vocals in between, make this a truly wonderful track.
Let’s all get hyped together with this song!
PRAYERSIRUP
A track by SIRUP, the solo project of Osaka-born singer-songwriter KYOtaro.
SIRUP was created from his desire to freely pursue what he loves, even more so than under the name KYOtaro.
This song is included on his first album, “FEEL GOOD.” There’s no doubt that the cool vibe born from him doing what he loves will elevate any fun moment.
Its danceable beat will make you want to start moving your feet.
Wonderlandiri
A track included on the album “Shade.” It’s a collaboration with SONY’s WALKMAN.
The track was produced by ESME MORI of Pistachio Studio.
The light, poppy melody pairs perfectly with iri’s uniquely distinctive, globally styled rap vocals, making for a very pleasant listen.
The song conveys a desire to cherish the accumulation of each and every day.
Enjoy your school festival to the fullest while listening to this stylish track!
Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento
While melodious, the song vividly portrays the inner turmoil of youth.
It carries a profound message reflecting the artist’s own mental experiences, resonating closely with listeners.
Released in May 2024, the track sparked major buzz on social media, especially being widely shared on TikTok.
The Morse code “SOS” inserted before the chorus is striking, emphasizing the importance of asking for help.
It’s the perfect song for those who want to perform on cultural festival or school festival stages.
Use this track and you’re guaranteed to get everyone hyped! The choreography has also drawn attention, gaining popularity particularly among younger audiences.
Mela!Ryokushokushakai
Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s songs are characterized by a clear, transparent sound that reflects the individuality of its four members.
Released in April 2020, this track is the first to incorporate brass arrangements drawing on the members’ high school wind ensemble experience.
Haruko Nagaya’s pure, crystal-clear vocals and the refreshing melody resonate pleasantly.
The lyrics convey a desire to support someone, expressing the determination to discover the strength within oneself and turn it into action.
Its up-tempo beat also makes it a great choice for dance performances.
Highly recommended for those looking to energize a school or cultural festival.
Otona Blueatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu
When it comes to the signature song by Atarashii Gakko! that sparked a social phenomenon in 2023, many people will think of this track.
Its funky blend of Showa-era kayōkyoku and electronic sounds is irresistibly pleasant, delivering a groove that makes your body move.
The lyrics compare an as-yet-unripened self to a flower bud, portraying the emotional turmoil between yearning for adulthood and the gap with reality.
The contrast between the desire to act grown-up and the lingering innocence is both poignant and endearing.
Released in May 2020, the song gained renewed attention on TikTok about three years later, with related head-shaking dance videos surpassing 3.1 billion views.
It won an Excellence Award at the 65th Japan Record Awards and marked the group’s first appearance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
The striking choreography is easy to learn and perfect for school festivals or wedding performances—an ideal song to get the whole venue involved and energized.
Dance music that excites cultural and school festivals (21–30)
NANissy(Nishijima Takahiro)
A solo number by Nissy from AAA! It was chosen as the campaign song for ANA’s new direct flights to Perth.
With Nissy’s wonderful vocals and razor-sharp dance moves, this track is sure to be the highlight of any school festival! You can hype up the stage by singing and dancing along like Nissy, too! Let’s get the crowd going with this upbeat number that fits perfectly with any fun moment at a school festival!