A wonderful, moving song

An uplifting, moving song to liven up the school festival—one that will be etched into your memories.

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Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
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Since discovering music during my school days, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. I have experience writing articles for sites like Utaten. 2000s J-pop and 2010s K-pop were especially the soundtrack of my youth. With the mindset that “good is good,” I enjoy music across genres. Thanks to past work environments and their influence, I was exposed to lots of classic rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs), which may have broadened the scope of what I love. At RAG MUSIC, I currently focus on K-pop and J-pop. I strive to edit with a feel for the scene and an eye for hit potential.

Music is essential for boosting the atmosphere at school festivals! Not only does it work perfectly as background music to energize stages and booths, but it also adds sparkle to band performances, choirs, and dance acts.

In this article, we’ll introduce our top recommended inspirational songs for cultural and school festivals.

Heart-stirring tracks that evoke memories with your friends will make this once-a-year celebration shine even brighter.

May you create wonderful memories with the best music!

Heart-stirring songs that hype up the culture/school festival—moving tunes that will be etched in your memories (141–150)

Dear Sir or Madam, on this day when cherry blossoms fluttermafumafu

[MV] Dear Sir/Madam, On This Day When Cherry Blossoms Flutter Down / Mafumafu [Shonen Janmaga Gakuen]

Dear Sir or Madam, on this day when cherry blossoms fluttermafumafu

A heartfelt coming-of-age story by Mafumafu, richly depicting the spring season when cherry blossoms dance in the air.

The song’s structure is striking, beginning with gentle piano melodies and unfolding into a brisk, driving rhythm.

It carefully weaves universal themes such as school-day memories, friendship, and farewells.

Included on the album “Kagurairo Artifact,” released in October 2019, it was also used as the theme song for the website Shonen Janmaga Gakuen.

It’s a perfect track for major events of student life, such as school cultural festivals.

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Youth DiaryRyukku to soine gohan

Cuddling with My Backpack, Bedside Rice / Youth Diary [Music Video]

Youth DiaryRyukku to soine gohan

Ryugu to Soinen Gohan, a band hugely popular even among teenagers, has produced many songs themed around youth; among them, the one I especially want to highlight is “Seishun Nikki” (Youth Diary).

It captures the whirlwind pace of adolescence with a driving, exhilarating sound.

The lyrics depict a high school student who looks back on the past with nostalgia while moving forward together with friends.

It seems like a perfect song to listen to when you feel a bit wistful at the end of a school or culture festival.

It would also make ideal background music for a video looking back on a school festival.

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beautiful-nessBiSH

BiSH / beautiful-ness [NEW HATEFUL KiND TOUR] at NHK Hall

beautiful-nessBiSH

Memories of school festivals and cultural festivals aren’t always purely fun.

You might feel down after a failure, or even end up arguing with friends.

But this song teaches us that “a bright future awaits once you overcome those things.” It’s a track by the idol group BiSH, included on their 2016 album FAKE METAL JACKET.

Its energetic sound and the members’ powerful vocals are sure to lift your spirits!

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Heart-stirring songs that hype up the cultural and school festivals—moving tracks that will be etched into your memories (151–160)

Closest to meHY

The Closest to Me – HY (with lyrics)

Closest to meHY

Speaking of HY, they’re famous for moving ballads like their signature song “366 Days.” Their track “Ichiban Chikaku ni” is also an emotional piece, and above all, its warm lyrics sung with gentle vocals feel so comforting.

This ballad will undoubtedly liven up any school or culture festival.

It’s a song that lets you share heartfelt emotions with friends who have overcome challenges together.

Performing it as an acoustic solo or as a chorus would be a wonderful choice.

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In conclusion

We introduced some moving songs recommended for school and cultural festivals.

Did you find a track that really clicked with you? Let’s liven up your festival with music worthy of a page in your youth! We hope it becomes a wonderful, unforgettable time for all the students.