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

Dear, boyHump Back

Hump Back – “Dear, Boy” Music Video

It’s a powerful cheer song that resonates in the hearts of those on the verge of giving up on their dreams.

With warm, tender vocals that embrace the struggle to push forward through the anxieties and setbacks of youth, and a driving rock sound full of momentum, the track has captured the hearts of many listeners.

Released in June 2018 as Hump Back’s major-label debut single, it reached No.

13 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

With its easy-to-sing melody and lyrics that cut straight to the heart, it’s sure to unite the entire school festival venue in excitement!

Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai

Ryokuoushoku Shakai 'Is Youth Embarrassing?' Official Video / Ryokuoushoku Shakai – Hazukashiika Seishun wa

This is a song by Ryokuoushoku Shakai, produced as the theme for ABEMA’s romance show “Kyou, Suki ni Narimashita: Summer Vacation 2024.” It beautifully captures both the splendor of throwing yourself wholeheartedly into something and the emotions of young people swayed by the eyes around them.

The uptempo sound and Haruko Nagaya’s powerful vocals vividly color the song’s straightforward feelings.

In the music video released in July 2024, the band performs with a 40-piece orchestra, expressing a page of youth on a grand scale.

It’s a recommended track for those who resonate with all-out passion and sincerity, and for anyone who finds happiness in irreplaceable moments of youth.

flash[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Flash (MV) Theme Song of Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash

A soul-stirring rock number by [Alexandros] that powerfully conveys the resolve to overcome past pain and fear and step into a new world.

The emotional journey from a pure-hearted youth to adulthood, and the protagonist’s struggle to keep looking forward despite uncertainty, resonate deeply.

Released in May 2021 as their 19th single, it was chosen as the theme song for the feature animation Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway.

Perfect for band performances or dance routines, it’s sure to fire up any school or cultural festival!

Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” Short Ver.

It’s an ultra-danceable rock tune by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, known for their high-tone vocals and technical playing.

It also works great as background music, but performing it can be quite a challenge.

That said, if you really master it, it’s a song that will set you decisively apart from everyone else.

Why not take the plunge and perform it at your school festival?

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Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy

Monster’s Flower Song / Vaundy: MUSIC VIDEO

This piece begins with a relaxed acoustic guitar timbre and shifts into a lively rhythm.

The lyrics weave together nostalgia for the past and anticipation for the future.

Vaundy’s clear, translucent vocals and the warm, comforting melody that seems to sit close to the listener’s heart leave a strong impression.

Released in May 2020, the song was also featured in Maruha Nichiro’s WILDish series commercial.

Perform it on a school festival stage, and it’s sure to bring the crowd together in excitement! It’s the perfect track for making memories with friends and for sparking new connections.

New Treasure IslandSakanakushon

Sakanaction / New Treasure Island -Music Video-

Crafted by Sakanaction, this song gently encourages young people chasing their dreams toward an unknown world.

Blending band-driven instrumentation with synthesizer elements, it achieves a retro vibe while remaining fresh and poppy.

Produced in September 2015 as the theme song for the film “Bakuman,” it reached No.

1 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 and peaked at No.

9 on the Oricon Singles Chart.

The music video is sprinkled with staging that evokes Showa-era music programs, resulting in a richly varied presentation.

Consider featuring it as a main-stage performance at a school festival or as background music to energize the entire venue.

silhouetteNEW!KANA-BOON

KANA-BOON “Silhouette” Music Video

A rock number by KANA-BOON with exhilarating, super-cool guitar riffs.

Released as a single in 2014, many will recognize it as the theme song for the anime Naruto Shippuden.

Brimming with youth and drive while still shining with delicacy and beauty, it’s bursting with the spirit of adolescence.

The lyrics portray the feelings of growing into adulthood while cherishing past experiences and encounters, making it a true ally for everyone living student life.

Guaranteed to get you grooving side to side—highly recommended for performances at school culture festivals and campus events!