[Support for a New Life] Cheer and Celebration Songs You’ll Want to Hear at the Entrance Ceremony

RPGSEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI「RPG」

When you’re looking forward to days you haven’t yet seen, you can’t help but crave something bright and pop.

SEKAI NO OWARI’s 2013 release “RPG” is a song that cheers on anyone starting a new chapter.

Featured in the film “Crayon Shin-chan: Very Tasty! B-class Gourmet Survival!!,” it drew attention alongside its adventure-themed story.

Its catchy, refreshing melody and lyrics that help you realize the importance of friends will give you the courage to take your first steps.

With gentle words that also speak to worries and anxieties, give this track a listen as your personal fight song.

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Let’s get started.Remioromen

Remioromen - Now, Let's Begin [Music Video]

If your heart is pounding with excitement for a new beginning, I really want you to listen to this song by Remioromen.

Released for streaming in February 2026, it marked their restart and feels like the opening of a new season.

It’s included on the best-of album “SINGLES BEST+,” out in March.

As their first new song in about 15 years, it became a major talking point.

Riding on a vibrant band sound, Ryota Fujimaki’s clear, soaring vocals are just the best.

Give it a listen when you need the courage to take that first step into a new chapter.

BOYKing Gnu

King Gnu – BOY

This is a track by King Gnu, written as the opening theme for the TV anime Ranking of Kings and released as a CD single in December 2021.

While their music may often be associated with sharp, aggressive rock, this piece is filled with warmth and a kindness that affirms the listener’s vulnerability.

Included on the album THE GREATEST UNKNOWN, it marks a new frontier for the band.

As you embark on your university life, there may be moments when the unfamiliar environment shakes your confidence.

In those times, this song—which portrays the dignity of continuing to move forward even when you feel weak—will gently give you a push.

May it give you the courage to take a step forward in your own way!

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Ikimono-gakari “I Want to Keep Smiling” Music Video

In the school entrance season when anxiety and anticipation mix, Ikimono-gakari’s number is there to give you a push.

It’s the single they released in July 2011, well known as the song from Nissan’s “New Nissan Serena” commercial.

Even while affected by the earthquake disaster, it was crafted with the aim of being a “straightforward pop song,” one that brightly illuminates the listener’s heart.

Though it’s an epic track running over six minutes, it was also included on the album NEWTRAL and won the Excellence Award at the 53rd Japan Record Awards.

Kiyoe Yoshioka’s clear, soaring vocals and the up-tempo sound resonate, filling you with the courage to dive into a new world.

Any worries about the school life that’s about to begin will blow away when you listen to this song, and you’ll be able to take your first step with a smile!

room for growthCreepy Nuts

[MV] Creepy Nuts – Nobishiro (Room to Grow)

Creepy Nuts have now become a leading force in the music scene.

Their signature song “Nobishiro” is a track that powerfully pushes you forward in a new chapter of life.

While acknowledging their own incompleteness, it carries a positive message that there’s still plenty of room to grow.

It’s included on their album “Case,” released in September 2021, and also gained attention as the theme song for the povo2.0 commercial.

It’s a classic with over 100 million streams! Its light, catchy beat and heartfelt lyrics are perfect for college students about to jump into a new environment.

Even when you feel anxious, listening to this song will give you the courage to think, “I still have potential!” It’s a cheer song that helps you affirm yourself and keep moving forward.

Be sure to play it on the morning of your entrance ceremony and take a step toward an exciting future!

March in AprilAwesome City Club

Awesome City Club – April March (Music Video)

As a new chapter of life begins this season, here’s a song that gently accompanies hearts filled with both excitement and anxiety.

Its march-like rhythm and PORIN’s light, airy vocals are a perfect match for the springtime city! The lyrics portray the anticipation of a new environment and a touch of reaching beyond oneself, offering a gentle push to those attending entrance ceremonies.

Featured on Awesome City Club’s April 2015 album “Awesome City Tracks,” this track captivates with its sophisticated sound produced by mabanua.

It was even selected for FM Mie’s Power Play.

This urban, stylish anthem is one I especially want students starting at a new school—and anyone eager to make a fresh start—to hear!

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Macaroni Enpitsu “Young Adult” MV

For those who feel lonely at night or anxious about the future, I recommend the lead track from the mini-album “season.” Released by Macaroni Enpitsu in 2019, it was chosen as the opening theme for episode 2 of TV Tokyo’s Drama 24 series “I Dreamed of That Girl.” It’s also included on the 2020 album “hope.” With lyrics themed around “unconditional love,” the song deeply resonates with university students who may feel isolated in new environments.

Its mid-tempo sound, featuring piano and synthesizer, conveys warmth and hope.

The affirming words sung by vocalist Hattori gently support everyone starting a new chapter in life.