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

Many people might say, “While there are lots of graduation songs, I can’t really think of any entrance (school admission) songs.”

For those who are looking for entrance songs but can’t quite find them, this article introduces recommended tracks for people starting at a new school in April, as well as for those who want to celebrate new students.

We’ve picked a range of songs—including recent releases—from upbeat tunes that help you welcome the new school year with a bright outlook to encouraging anthems that let you move forward, trusting in the path you’ve walked so far.

During the entrance season, take your time and listen to these gems that gently accompany the mix of excitement and anxiety in your heart.

Playlist

[Support for a New Life] Cheer and Celebration Songs You’ll Want to Hear at the Entrance Ceremony
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		A cheer song that sings about the starting line
2	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		Let's hold on to hope and move forward with a song by Sukima Switch.
3	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		A youth song to cheer on new spring beginnings
4	Ten Thousand Cheers, A Thousand ChantsRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS' powerful song to cheer on your new life
5	SignalWANIMA		Let's cheer on the new students with a song by WANIMA
6	rainbow-coloredayaka		A new life: the beginning of challenge and growth
7	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu		Takahashi Yu’s songs support people starting a new chapter in life.
8	The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster		A cheer song by Little Glee Monster
9	parabolaOfisharu Higedan Dism		A cheering song that sings of hopes and expectations for a new life
10	Mela!Ryokushokushakai		Gives you courage with a cheer song for a new life
11	The Beginningayaka		Season of graduation and enrollment, song of hope
12	SUNHoshino Gen		A refreshing morning tune, a cheer song for a new life
13	dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE		A popular song that supports a new life—a track that gives you courage
14	voiceikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari’s song “Koe” is a cheer song that encourages new students.
15	One-room DiscoPerfume		Entrance song, supporting one-room living
16	Nostalgic FutureKamishiraishi Mone		Mone Kamishiraishi's cheer song sings of hope and bonds
17	melon sodaaiko		A song by aiko that resonates with the heart, depicting the emotions of spring
18	MasterpieceSCANDAL		SCANDAL’s “Masterpiece” supports a new step forward
19	New WorldBUMP OF CHICKEN		An inspiring song that supports a new step forward
20	Mahalomiwa		A powerful song that supports a fresh start
21	Happinessarashi		A bold new life—let’s move straight ahead!
22	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		A bright song that cheers on a new chapter in life, “RPG”
23	Let’s get started.Remioromen		Remioromen’s first new song in 15 years
24	BOYKing Gnu		A warm and gentle rock song by King Gnu
25	I want to keep smiling.ikimonogakari		Ikimonogakari's cheer song
26	March in AprilAwesome City Club		Introduction to a cheer song that sings about the hopes of a new life
27	room for growthCreepy Nuts		Cheering on your new life with Creepy Nuts’ fight song
28	Young adultmakaroni enpitsu		Macaroni Enpitsu's theme song of unconditional love
29	Flash!!!King Gnu		King Gnu’s rock song to cheer on your new life
30	Season of BeginningsMakihara Noriyuki × Hanaregumi		A song that portrays the anxieties and hopes of spring
31	Step and a stepNiziU		My heart feels lighter with NiziU’s cheer song
32	breakthroughSUPER BEAVER		SUPER BEAVER’s song supports people starting a new life
33	Thump-thump, boom! First Graders		A heart-throbbing, moving song for the school entrance ceremony
34	CHARMWANIMA		WANIMA's protective charm song
35	creationHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s Mario 35th Anniversary theme song
36	Even if, even ifRyokushokushakai		Support your new life with Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s fight song
37	Shineyuzu		Introduction to a Song to Support a New Life
38	-ness; typicality; the quality/essence of being [X] (as in “X-ness” or “X-like character”)Ofisharu Higedan Dism		A rock song from a movie soundtrack that celebrates being yourself
39	AnchorMiura Daichi		Support your new life with Daichi Miura’s gentle cheering song
40	Paradise GalaxyHikaru GENJI		Hikaru GENJI’s historic hit song(s)
41	BeautifulSuperfly		An anthem of encouragement that sings about the importance of living true to yourself
42	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A high-velocity rock song by Road of Major
43	First Lovenaniwa danshi		Naniwa Danshi’s cute debut song
44	sparkleFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s songs give the courage to move toward the future.
45	HELLOOfisharu Higedan Dism		An encouraging song that heals the anxieties of a new life, 'HELLO'
46	Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN		A song that cherishes bonds and memories with friends
47	If you laugh at the skywacci		A tear-jerking wacci masterpiece that cheers on your efforts
48	sakura colorGReeeeN		Sakuracolor is a song that encourages those who feel anxious about starting a new life.
49	To tomorrowLittle Glee Monster		An inspiring song that sings of hope for the future
50	When I Become a First Grader		A heart-thumping thrill for spring entrance songs
51	horizonback number		Even if dreams break, the light can still be seen.
52	YELL ~Support~Kobukuro		Kobukuro’s powerful song of departure and hope
53	FanfareTamaki Kōji		Supporting the heart with Koji Tamaki’s powerful singing
54	cherry blossomFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		Spring song to cheer on a new life
55	New lifeKetsumeishi		A refreshing song by Ketsumeishi that sings of expectations and hopes for a new life.
56	In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez		Aqua Timez debut song film theme song
57	To the futureKiroro		A graduation song filled with the feelings of Kiror's members
58	STORIES 2022～Kawaguchi Kyogo		Cheering on those who chase their dreams, the strength to move forward
59	WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro		A song of hope in the face of hardship: the classic by Ayaka and Kobukuro
60	Brave GenerationBE:FIRST		A BE:FIRST song that portrays a powerful, forward-moving figure
61	Take@Chancemiwa		It’s important to live your life to the fullest in the present.
62	Song of BeginningsRyokushokushakai		Cheer on your new life with Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s “Hajimari no Uta”
63	The wind is blowing.ikimonogakari		A moving song that supports anxieties about entering school
64	premonitionSUPER BEAVER		An anthem that encourages the courage to live as your true self!
65	My WayDef Tech		A heartwarming song that supports the challenges of a new life
66	1989the pillows		The story of how I met the pillows
67	That’s important.Daiji MAN Burazāzu Bando		A comeback hit song by Daijiman Brothers Band.
68	Mashirosumika		An inspiring song that cheers on a new beginning
69	possibilitySambomasutā		I get courage from Sambomaster’s fight songs
70	Dear, boyHump Back		A warm anthem cheering on those who chase their dreams
71	Song of BeginningsOhashi Takuya		A gentle singing voice that cheers on new beginnings
72	to clear up (weather)Yorushika		Yorushika’s song that portrays seasonal changes and hope
73	My future self is waving.Mayumura Chiaki		A cheer song for exam-takers, conveying courage and hope
74	Our Starting LineHIPPY		An anthem of youth that cheers you on, giving you a push toward your dreams.
75	made-to-orderOmoinotake		An anthem of support for local youth, with hope for the future
76	I can only face forwardAKB48		AKB48 Yuko Oshima Graduation Commemorative Single
77	stepsGReeeeN		A song that sings about the courage to keep moving forward
78	When spring comesmiwa		miwa’s “Haru ni Nattara” is a popular cheer/encouragement song among students.
79	Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi		A poignant spring masterpiece, as moving as cherry blossoms
80	Let there be lightBURNOUT SYNDROMES		A passionate song that gives you courage for a new challenge
81	Hajimari no Uta ~The Distant Sky Clears~ikimonogakari		Melody of hope for a new beginning
82	I am the strongest.Ado		A cheer song that sings of dreams and hope
83	Doki itnaniwa danshi		A rock cheer song to support new spring beginnings
84	Ancient storyKumakawa Miyu		Cheer for a new life, the courage to look ahead
85	START LINEFLOWER FLOWER		A positive, encouraging song for a new chapter in life, by FLOWER FLOWER
86	Starting Line ~ A New BreezeBaba Toshihide		A late-blooming singer speaks about the courage to start over
87	Cherry blossoms → school entrance ceremonyBerryz Kobo		Cherry blossoms and school entrance, the hopes and anxieties of starting a new life
88	spring breeze		A heartwarming masterpiece depicting the breath of spring
89	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		A signature song by Makihara, a motivational anthem about staying true to yourself
90	GOBUMP OF CHICKEN		A song filled with courage and determination for a new step forward
91	Song of BeginningsGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s cheering song that gives you courage for a new life
92	Live in the present.Saucy Dog		A song that encourages the courage to embrace a new environment
93	Blue Springback number		Feel the youth with “Aoi Haru” by back number
94	Song of Springsupittsu		Spring songs are perfect for celebrating school entrance
95	Beautiful DaysHirai Dai		An anthem of encouragement that sings of the hopes and bonds of youth
96	markHatsuboshi Gakuen		The hopeful school anthem of Hatsuboshi Academy, singing of the bonds between friends.
97	Tomorrow, when spring comesMatsu Takako		J-POP masterpieces to support your new spring life
98	Sakura, Bloom!arashi		An Arashi cheer song, courage for a new life
99	together; along with; bothWANIMA		An anthem that encourages and conveys the importance of living positively
100	BlessingYOASOBI		The strength to live true to yourself in YOASOBI’s youth anthem
101	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		An anthem that portrays the growth and struggles of youth
102	It’s okayMarushii		Marcy’s cheering song, let’s move forward positively
103	to live onKANA-BOON		The courage to step into a new life with memories in your heart
104	the 10 o’clock directionsumika		sumika’s cheer song that supports you at life’s crossroads
105	JUMPIkuta Rira		An anthem of support for those facing hardship
106	Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki		A masterpiece that portrays the feelings of someone who has left their hometown.
107	Because we are living beingsRyokushokushakai		A school music contest compulsory piece: a song of growth and courage
108	GRADUATIONSBACK-ON		Singing of graduation memories and the courage to face the future
109	PinkieBUMP OF CHICKEN		A moving masterpiece depicting cherry blossoms and a promise
110	LaughterOfisharu Higedan Dism		Be brave and spread your wings on a new path!
111	coloring; color scheme; hues; decoration; embellishment; added flair (figurative)ikimonogakari		A pop tune that portrays everyday happiness and human connection
112	birthdayDISH//		A new life support song by DISH//
113	Spring SwallowHey! Say! JUMP		Hey! Say! JUMP spring cheer song
114	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		It will work out—toward a new step forward.
115	SunMy Hair is Bad		An encouraging song that gives courage to youth
116	We againSG		An encouraging song about overcoming a breakup and taking a new step forward
117	Bring it on, spring.non		A spring cheer song, a new track brimming with youthful energy
118	Song Yellyuzu		Stay positive in your new life with Yuzu’s cheering song
119	migratory bird[Alexandros]		A song featuring grand guitars and Kawakami’s captivating high notes.
120	Let’s sing a songDaiji MAN Burazāzu Bando		A warm melody to cheer on new students
121	One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		Back-to-school support song that boosts self-esteem
122	New EraAdo		Ado’s “New Genesis” gives a boost to people starting a new chapter in life.
123	Yosutakyarī pamyu pamyu		Kyary’s catchy cheer song
124	Laugh awayYUI		A refreshing cheer song echoing through the entrance ceremony
125	Song of DepartureAAA		AAA’s moving ballad supports your life.
126	Embracing wrinkled cloudsDISH//		An iconic song that gives you a push and cheers on your new life
127	Before the departureWANIMA		WANIMA's cheer song: a new-life support track
128	strawaiko		A song that portrays feelings of love and the happiness of everyday life
129	Helloyama × bocchiboromaru		A song of courage to face forward and move ahead as your true self
130	UraraBikkeburanka		A breakout work that refreshingly portrays a springtime parting
131	Young SongKawasaki Takaya		Kawasaki Takaya’s soothing cheer-up song
132	At any timeYugeda Kensuke		Expressing ten years of gratitude on a gentle melody
133	People and PeopleYugeda Kensuke		A heartwarming song that celebrates the importance of meeting people
134	Everyone, everyone is shining.Yugeda Kensuke		A children's cheer song that sings of springtime hope
135	IdeaHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s classic that gently cheers on the start of a new life
136	The world still doesn’t know you yet.Abe Mao		Abe Mao’s New Life Support Song
137	cherry blossomKALMA		A heartwarming song to support your new life this spring
138	guidanceNoGoD		A song that encourages you through the anxieties of starting a new life
139	Morning of the BeginningOfisharu Higedan Dism		The cheer song that sings of the excitement for a new life, “Morning of Beginnings.”
140	Cheering songTHE Inazuma Sentai		A youth-punk cheer song to encourage new students
141	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		An anthem that gives you the courage to move forward
142	my true selfYuika		The anime ending theme cheers on being yourself.
143	Tokyokujira		A heartwarming song that sings of the complex emotions of starting a new life
144	I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā		An anthem that gives the courage not to give up
145	The Wind of BeginningsHirahara Ayaka		A powerful anthem cheering on new beginnings, a classic by Ayaka Hirahara
146	As long as you keep walkingdohatsuten		An old guys’ band delivers the power to live
147	SCHOOL DAYSshiritsu ebisu chūgaku		It's a song like a springtime gift.
148	I’ll keep going.Jonagōrudo		Cheering on a new step with Jonagold’s new song
149	DREAMERyamazaru		A new-life support song from Yamazaru, delivering courage and hope
150	The Place of Beginningsroodo obu mejyaa		Remember where your dream began, and cherish your new frontier.
151	It’s okayHikawa Kiyoshi		New beginnings—turn hardships into springboards and face forward!
152	Rising SunEXILE		Choose your own age, into a new spring.