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[Culture and School Festival Songs] A curated selection of popular and hit songs to brighten up your venues and events!

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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.

Among the many events in school life, the culture festival is one of the most memorable!

At culture festivals, there are countless moments where music plays a crucial role—whether it’s background music at the venue, songs for band performances, or tracks for dance numbers.

In this article, we’ll introduce songs that are guaranteed to hype up the culture festival, aimed at those running the event as committee members and those performing on stage.

With these picks, your festival production is sure to shine!

If you’re in the middle of choosing songs, be sure to use this as a reference.

[Culture Festival & School Festival Songs] Carefully Selected Popular and Hit Songs to Brighten Venues and Events! (91–100)

Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto

[Momoclo MV] Go for it! Phantom Thief Girl / Momoiro Clover Z (MOMOIRO CLOVER / IKUZE! KAITOU SHOUJO)

Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto

For a dance performance, I recommend Momoiro Clover Z’s “Ikuze! Kaitō Shōjo.” It’s their debut single from 2010, and starting in the 2021 school year it has been featured in middle school music textbooks as an example of an idol song, alongside Seiko Matsuda’s “Akai Sweet Pea.” In the music video for “Ikuze! Kaitō Shōjo,” they wear a variety of costumes—such as school uniforms, nurse outfits, and female police officer attire—so using similar costumes for your dance could send the venue’s energy soaring!

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Let’s give it a tryWANIMA

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Let's give it a tryWANIMA

This is the first digital-only single by WANIMA, a three-piece rock band from Kumamoto and arguably the most popular melodic punk band in today’s J-pop scene.

It’s a cover arranged from the English folk song “The Picnic,” and its positive message set to a melody everyone’s familiar with from childhood really lifts your spirits.

With lyrics that teach the importance of taking on challenges and a driving, high-speed sound, it’s a perfect fit as background music for school cultural festivals and campus events full of youthful promise.

Plus, because the song is simple, it’s a rock tune that band members can easily fire up a crowd with on stage.

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[Culture Festival & School Festival Songs] A carefully selected list of popular and hit songs that light up venues and events! (101–110)

Feeling great!!mihimaru GT

mihimaru GT – Feeling Great ↑↑

Feeling great!!mihimaru GT

This is a song by mihimaru GT, a male–female musical duo.

Their signature track, “Kibun Jōjō↑↑,” as the title suggests, is an absolutely upbeat number! Its lively melody and sound are guaranteed to be a hit at school and cultural festivals!

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Last Party Never End feat. Tiji Jojo, YZERR, Yellow Pato & VingoBAD HOP

BAD HOP – Last Party Never End feat. Tiji Jojo, YZERR, Yellow Pato & Vingo(Official Video)

Last Party Never End feat. Tiji Jojo, YZERR, Yellow Pato & VingoBAD HOP

The new song by BAD HOP, one of Japan’s leading hip-hop crews, can be called the culmination of their work as they approach disbandment.

Centered on a theme of a lavish, flashy lifestyle, it portrays a never-ending party.

Produced by the popular JIGG, it features striking beats and a memorable melody line.

Released in February 2024, the track generated major buzz among fans.

A music video has also been released, showcasing a luxurious party scene set against the Tokyo night skyline.

Depicting fun times with friends and moments of celebrating success, this piece is perfect as background music for school festivals or as a dance track.

It’s a highly recommended song for high school students as well.

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VSBLUE ENCOUNT

BLUE ENCOUNT 'VS' Music Video [TV Tokyo Anime 'Gintama' Porori Arc Opening Theme]

VSBLUE ENCOUNT

This track captivates with its energetic, passionate vibe.

BLUE ENCOUNT’s emotional rock sound bursts forth, delivering a powerful message that resonates with a strong will to face adversity.

Released in November 2017, it was also used as the opening theme for the anime Gintama: Porori-hen.

It’s a perfect song for students breaking out of their shell and moving forward.

Sing it with your friends on the stage at your school or cultural festival and fire up the crowd!

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Never Be AloneBecky Hill, Sonny Fodera

Becky Hill, Sonny Fodera – Never Be Alone (Official Video)

Never Be AloneBecky Hill, Sonny Fodera

It’s a dance track in collaboration with Becky Hill.

Released in January 2024, it reached No.

8 on the UK Dance Chart.

Born from experiences during lockdown, the song expresses hope for breaking free from loneliness.

The sound, influenced by bass house and electro house, is super groovy! It could make for a cool booth setup if used as BGM at a school festival.

Of course, you could also hype up the festival stage with singing and dancing like Becky Hill! Let’s get the crowd going with this energetic number that fits any fun moment at a school festival!

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LighterGalantis, David Guetta, & 5 Seconds of Summer

Galantis, David Guetta, & 5 Seconds of Summer – Lighter (Official Music Video)

LighterGalantis, David Guetta, & 5 Seconds of Summer

The definitive dance track to fire up any school festival! Starting with moving strings, followed by a catchy chorus and an exultant beat, this sound grabs everyone’s hearts in an instant.

Luke Hemmings’s vocals further elevate the song’s appeal, making it perfect for events from spring into summer.

Released on March 1, 2024, this piece explores universal themes of the bond with a loved one and the hope to overcome hardships.

It’s a stylish track that’s also great for dance club performances.

Let’s all dance and make unforgettable memories of our youth!

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